Best way to to remove nitrates

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Best way to to remove nitrates

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I have well water and the nitrates are very high. What is my best option for lowerin the nitrates?
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Re: Best way to to remove nitrates

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I would think you'd have to get a RODI filtration system & reconstitute the minerals with Kent Liquid R/O Right: http://www.marinedepot.com/Kent_Marine_ ... RO-vi.html
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Jdub1239 wrote:I have well water and the nitrates are very high. What is my best option for lowerin the nitrates?
what is the level of your well water nitrates, and what kind of kit are you using to test it?
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40 ppm API
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Jdub1239 wrote:40 ppm API
WOW!
what PP recommended, or R/O + well water (if the water is good otherwise)
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Thank you guys!
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