Commers https://www.commers.com/ Your trusted local Twin Cities water experts, since 1947. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:49:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.commers.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/favicon.png Commers https://www.commers.com/ 32 32 Soft Water for Skin Health: How Reducing Mineral Buildup Supports Hydrated Skin and Softer Hair https://www.commers.com/soft-water-for-skin-hair-health/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=soft-water-for-skin-hair-health Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:39:21 +0000 https://www.commers.com/?p=13550 Key Takeaway: Soft water for skin health can improve how your skin and hair feel by reducing buildup of calcium and magnesium. With fewer minerals left behind, soaps rinse more completely, helping skin feel smoother and hair feel lighter. Testing your water first ensures the right system is chosen for your home’s specific conditions. Understanding […]... Read more »

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]]> Hard Water Boiler Problems in Minnesota: Hidden Heating Costs Homeowners Should Know https://www.commers.com/hard-water-boiler-problems-in-minnesota/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hard-water-boiler-problems-in-minnesota Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:03:08 +0000 https://www.commers.com/?p=13344 Key Takeaway: Hard water in Minnesota can quietly damage boilers, furnaces, and humidifiers by leaving behind mineral scale that reduces heat transfer and efficiency. Installing and maintaining a properly sized salt-based water softener helps prevent scale buildup, lower heating costs, and extend equipment life during long winters. Testing your water and maintaining your softener help […]... Read more »

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]]> From Office Buildings to Breweries: Custom Water Solutions for Every Business https://www.commers.com/from-office-buildings-to-breweries-custom-water-solutions-for-every-business/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=from-office-buildings-to-breweries-custom-water-solutions-for-every-business Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:03:40 +0000 https://www.commers.com/?p=12929 When you think about running a business, water might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But trust us, it’s one of the most essential elements for your operations—whether you’re serving a cup of coffee in an office building or brewing the perfect pint in a brewery. The quality of your water impacts […]... Read more »

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]]> Why Your Tap Water Might Not Be as Clean as You Think https://www.commers.com/why-your-tap-water-might-not-be-as-clean-as-you-think/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-your-tap-water-might-not-be-as-clean-as-you-think Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:19:46 +0000 https://www.commers.com/?p=12508 We totally get it—you turn on the tap and expect clean, safe water. That’s how it should be, right? And most of the time, it is. But here’s the thing: just because water looks clean doesn’t always mean it’s free from things you wouldn’t want in your glass. At Commers Water, we’ve been helping Minnesotans […]... Read more »

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]]> How Better Water Can Help Your Laundry Last Longer https://www.commers.com/how-better-water-can-help-your-laundry-last-longer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-better-water-can-help-your-laundry-last-longer Mon, 03 Nov 2025 12:20:31 +0000 https://www.commers.com/?p=12052 If you’ve ever noticed your clothes fading faster, feeling rough, or just not holding up like they used to, hard water might be the sneaky culprit. Minnesota homeowners deal with hard water more than you might think, and it’s not just a nuisance in your bathroom—it can affect your laundry too. But don’t worry, better […]... Read more »

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]]> The Real Cost of Hard Water on Your Appliances https://www.commers.com/the-real-cost-of-hard-water-on-your-appliances/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-real-cost-of-hard-water-on-your-appliances Sat, 06 Sep 2025 04:59:25 +0000 https://www.commers.com/?p=11457 Hard water might seem like a minor inconvenience—maybe it leaves a few spots on your glassware or makes your soap less sudsy. But behind the scenes? It’s working overtime to wear down some of the biggest investments in your home: your appliances. We’re not trying to sound dramatic, but when you’ve been Minnesota’s water experts […]... Read more »

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]]> DIY or Don’t? When to Call the Water Experts https://www.commers.com/diy-or-dont-when-to-call-the-water-experts/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=diy-or-dont-when-to-call-the-water-experts Tue, 12 Aug 2025 12:36:23 +0000 https://www.commers.com/?p=11188 We all love a good DIY project—whether it’s fixing a leaky faucet, installing a new appliance, or tackling some other home repair. It’s satisfying to roll up your sleeves and solve problems on your own. But when it comes to your home’s water system, the stakes are a little higher. From water softeners to filtration […]... Read more »

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]]> 5 Signs Your Home Needs a Water Softener https://www.commers.com/5-signs-your-home-needs-a-water-softener/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5-signs-your-home-needs-a-water-softener Sun, 13 Jul 2025 14:06:21 +0000 https://www.commers.com/?p=10881 Let’s talk water—specifically, the kind that’s sneaky, stubborn, and wreaking quiet havoc on your home: hard water. If your dishes come out of the dishwasher looking worse than when they went in, or your showerhead has seen shinier days, you might be dealing with it. But don’t worry—we’ve got you. Here are five telltale signs […]... Read more »

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]]> What Is Hard Water—and Why Should You Care? https://www.commers.com/what-is-hard-water-and-why-should-you-care/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-is-hard-water-and-why-should-you-care https://www.commers.com/what-is-hard-water-and-why-should-you-care/#respond Tue, 24 Jun 2025 20:29:29 +0000 https://www.commers.com/?p=10698 If you’ve ever noticed cloudy spots on your dishes, scratchy clothes after doing laundry, or dry skin no matter how much lotion you use, there’s a good chance your home has hard water. It’s a common problem here in Minnesota—and we’ve been helping folks tackle it since 1947. But what exactly is hard water, and […]... Read more »

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]]> https://www.commers.com/what-is-hard-water-and-why-should-you-care/feed/ 0 Commers Water Turns Seventy Five https://www.commers.com/commers-water-turns-seventy-five/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=commers-water-turns-seventy-five https://www.commers.com/commers-water-turns-seventy-five/#respond Tue, 24 Jun 2025 20:06:27 +0000 https://www.commers.com/?p=10715 Seventy five years ago John Commers opened Commers The Water Store. The year was 1947 and John Commers had just moved from Minneapolis to St. Anthony. After the move he quickly realized the affliction known as hard water. Mr. Commers proceeded to study hard water and the water softening process at the local library. He […]... Read more »

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