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Learn how you too can fix this problem at the Free Clean Water Education Class this Saturday at our storefront in the Pahoa Marketplace.  10am.  Bring a chair!

11/28/2022

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Do you have an Acid Rain Mineral Pack?

11/28/2022

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When each dollar matters.....Give the Gift of Clean Water

11/28/2022

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Gift Bags and Gift Cards are Available at the store!

$100. Gift Bag Value for $75.  

Here's what's inside the gift bag:
Acid Rain Mineral Pack
Chlorine & Alkalinity Test Strips
E coli & Coliform Water Test
2 Nylons
Monthly Maintenance Calendar - Reusable year after year!

Give the Gift of Clean Water to yourself, family & neighbors this holiday season!

Get yours while they last!

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Mauna Loa is erupting!

11/28/2022

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​The Mauna Loa eruption has already migrated and is erupting from several vents in the Northeast Rift Zone! The lava flows are not threatening any downslope communities and indications are that the eruption will remain in the Northeast Rift Zone.

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Empowerment Through Education for Clean Water!

11/11/2022

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Uncle Tilo's Clean Water is a vendor at Puna Makahiki to share important information for better outcomes with Rainwater Harvesting! Hope to see you there!

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Sustainability: Uncle Tilo Teaches Water is Life Story Begins on Page 32

11/8/2022

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Extra Extra Read All About It Here:   
keolamagazine.com/

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About Imagine a Day Without Water

10/20/2022

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What if you could not call a water truck?

Imagine a Day Without Water is a national education campaign that brings together diverse participants to highlight how water is essential, invaluable, and in need of investment. This year, the day of action will take place on October 20, 2022, and will include events, resolutions, student contests, social media engagement, and more, all across the country.
​Uncle Tilo’s 2022 agenda provides a roadmap to a more sustainable world with water at its heart. Advancement in sustainable rainwater is a vital element of achieving sustainable goals in human health, environmental, economic and social fields.
 
To ensure availability and sustainable management of rainwater not only addresses the issues relating to drinking rainwater, but also the quality and sustainability of water resources ensuring healthy lives and combating of water-borne diseases.
 
Uncle Tilo sets out to mobilize action and further dialogue, cooperation and partnership at all levels in order to help achieve water-related goals and targets for sustainable development. This ambition is in line with our mission statement, vision and goals aiming to expand cooperation and strengthen the participation of local communities in improving drinking rainwater.
​Archer & Uncle Tilo will travel to Florida this month to have conversations with the mayor and local officials about Rainwater Harvesting.  Why is it not widely implemented as a water source for household use as it is in Hawai'i?  It is our hope to open the conversation and assist in the education endeavor for a wider community.
​We are passionate about clean drinking rainwater. 2023 goals include:
  1. Facilitate access to knowledge and the exchange of good practices
  2. Improve knowledge including new information relevant to drinking rainwater
  3. Pursue advocacy, network and promote partnerships and action
  4. Strengthen communication actions for implementation of water-related goals
  5. Crowd participation and links to media and social media campaigns
  6. Create posters, fact sheets, and social media tools to empower individuals and organizations to get involved

Stay up to date in water news locally and around the world
​right here on Uncle Tilo's Water News

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Did you know?

10/19/2022

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Pahoa Marketplace
Monday - Thursday 10am to 6pm
Friday 9am to 2pm
​808.965.1026

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Important public meeting this week to determine protentional wastewater facilities sites in Puna. - online.

10/18/2022

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Pay Attention

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Traffic Impact October 31 - November 4

10/18/2022

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Install new water service!

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Pay attention, this is a Hawai'i water supply.

9/16/2022

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Sierra Club of Hawai'i
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Pay attention, this is a Hawai'i water supply.
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KĀHEA: Join OWP at our Water Protectors at the White House Rally on Tuesday, September 20th in Washington DC from 3:00pm - 5:00pm, where we will hold space in front of the White House to demand the immediate Shut Down of Red Hill!
Please bring your Hae Hawai’i & Kapu Aloha. Precise location TBD. Please DM us if you have any questions or are interested in participating!
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We will also be joining Red Hill affected family members and SAFE (Scientists, Activists, and Families for Cancer-Free Environments) for their march to EPA Headquarters on the same day, starting from 9am at Freedom Plaza. Hope to see you there!
#Olaikawai #KuKiaiWai #ShutDownRedHillNOW


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Dept. of Water, County of Kaua'i together with Project WET

9/16/2022

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Dept. of Water, County of Kaua'i together with Project WET 
brought more than 750 5th graders from around the island to
Make a Splash Water Festival 2022.

What a Blast!
Uncle Tilo & Archer flew to Kaua'i to volunteer and learn more about water. The more we learn the more we can teach at Empowerment through Education for Clean Water Classes held 1st Saturdays.





​Uncle Tilo and Archer are both certified Educators and trained Facilitators for Project WET. If you would like them to come to your school class room, girl/boy scouts, senior center, etc. call the storefront or email us for details. 1-Hour hands on fun activities!

808.965.1026
Uncle.tilo@gmail.com
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When it comes to water we must all work together
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The vote are in.  The community has spoken!

9/2/2022

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Uncle Tilo's Clean Water LLC

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All of us at Uncle Tilo's Clean Water LLC gives a deep bow of gratitude for our community's votes, trust & Business! 
​~ Mahalo ~

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High Bacteria Count Notification at Keaukaha Beach - 4 Miles, Hawai‘i

8/17/2022

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27 Apapane Rd, Hilo, HI 96720

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​The Hawai‘i State Department of Health (DOH) is retesting Keaukaha Beach - 4 Miles, Hawai‘i.

Levels of 697 per 100 mL were detected during routine beach monitoring. DOH is uncertain about the representativeness of the first sample. This beach has historically met the acceptable beach threshold level, and there is no known source of fecal contamination.

​Therefore, DOH has collected another sample and is retesting the site. DOH will update the notification based on the results of this retesting.
​For more information, see: http://eha-cloud.doh.hawaii.gov/cwb/#!/viewer?eventId=1519
and https://www.epa.gov/beaches/learn-human-health-beach
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Simplify your rainwater harvest water disinfection

8/5/2022

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Did you know...
UV vs Quantum Disinfection Comparative

UV
Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation is a disinfection method that uses short-wavelength ultraviolet (UV-C) light to inactivate microorganisms by disrupting their DNA, leaving them unable to perform vital cellular functions. The UV disinfection mechanism is based on contact time, or time of UV exposure of the microorganism The UV systems are electrical devices composed basically of an isolated reactor and mercury black-ray ultraviolet lamp.

Quantum Disinfection
Quantum disinfection is a water disinfection technology that use silver based germicide ceramics to kill microorganisms by disintegration of the cells due to an instant "rip-off" of electrons. The killing mechanism is unique and allows the elimination of a large range of microorganisms (bacteria, virus, micro-algae, yeast, etc.) at high concentrations without any contact time. The Quantum Disinfection ceramics are a catalyst and not an electrical device; Quantum Disinfection do not require electrical power.
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Wastewater Discharge at Waianuenue Bridge near Hilo Bay, Hawai‘i

8/2/2022

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The public is advised to stay out of waters of Hilo Bay due to a wastewater discharge near the Waianuenue bridge. An estimated volume of 6,300 gallons was discharged, of which, an unknown volume entered a nearby storm drain which empties into Hilo Bay.

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​Event: Wastewater discharge
Location: Near Waianuenue bridge, Hilo
Status: Stopped
Estimated volume: 6.300 gallons


Affected waterbody: Hilo Bay


Warning signs have been posted.
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The public is advised to stay out of the affected waters
​until warning signs have been removed.

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Attention UV System Users!

7/29/2022

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It's time to upgrade to Quantum!

Bring your old UV bulb to Uncle Tilo's Clean Water Education Class Saturday, August 6, 2022 and upgrade to Quantum and received $100.00 off Quantum's Platinum and Flow Meter package.

Offer good only Saturday, August 6, 2022. 10am to 12pm
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​No Power Required * No More Mercury * Environmentally Friendly
Cost Effective * Kills Pathogens * Clean Water = Healthy Body *
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Remember to recycle your UV bulbs they have mercury in them!
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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event - Hilo
Waiākea High School Student Parking Lot (B)
155 W. Kāwili Street, Hilo, HI 96720
August 6, 2022 from 7:30 am – 2:30 pm
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https://www.hawaiizerowaste.org/events/household-hazardous-waste-collection-event-hilo-2022-08-06/?mc_id=1413

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LOCAL NEWS Bulletin!    Have you ever heard of Leptospirosis?

7/27/2022

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According to Hawaii Department of Health, 
Leptospirosis is circulating in Hawaii.

​​Don’t swim in fresh water with an open cut in Hawaii.

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Have you ever heard of Leptospirosis? It’s a bacterial disease that impacts humans and animals in Hawaii.
The disease occurs all over the world but is most common in warm climates. Symptoms include fever, chills, headache, muscle pain, sweating, vomiting and pain behind the eyes.

Symptoms may last from a few days to several weeks. Although most cases are mild, some can be severe, causing acute liver and kidney failure.  You can get Leptospirosis by swimming or wading in freshwater puddles, ponds or streams contaminated with animal urine or coming into contact with wet soil or plants contaminated with animal urine. 

The bacteria will enter the body through broken skin or through the soft tissues of the inside of the mouth, nose, or eyes. Leptospirosis is not spread from person to person.

While hiking to waterfalls in Hawaii you may notice signs warning people about this disease. 
According to Hawaii Department of Health, Leptospirosis is circulating in Hawaii. It is estimated that 100-200 cases of the disease are identified annually in the United States and approximately 50% of these cases occur in Hawaii. 

If you have symptoms of Leptospirosis and were exposed to infected water, it’s best to call your healthcare provider and ask for a blood test to determine if you have been infected.

You can avoid getting Leptospirosis by not getting in fresh water, ponds or streams in Hawaii especially if they have Leptospirosis signs nearby when you have an open cut or sores. 
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Tips to avoid getting Leptospirosis
  • Do not swim or wade in any freshwater streams or ponds in Hawaii, especially when you have open cuts or sores.
  • Swimming with your head underwater also increases your risk of infection through the eyes, nose, and mouth.
  • Do not drink pond or stream water without boiling or chemically treating it.
  • Wear gloves when disposing of dead animals and when gutting (cleaning) livestock or game animals.
  • Vaccinate farm animals and pets.

For more information on Leptospirosis head to the State of Hawaii department of Health’s website.

​by: Kaile Hunt, KHON2NEWS
Posted: Jul 26, 2022 
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Know your choices when it comes to water disinfection

7/5/2022

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Know your choices in Water Disinfection
​with Quantum Disinfection by Claire Technology ​
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As the only authorized distributor in Hawai'i 
Uncle Tilo's Clean Water LLC carries the full product line
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​We've spent the last four years bringing you breakthrough research and education so you can make smart, healthy decisions with your water source.
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Learn more about us and the work we do to keep you and your family safe:
https://www.tiloscleanwater.com/community-involvement.html

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Mon, Jul 4, 6:02pm

7/5/2022

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The pubic is advised to stay out of waters of Hilo Bay
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​The pubic is advised to stay out of waters of Hilo Bay
due to a wastewater discharge at 261 Waianuenue Avenue.

​An estimated 3,000 gallons entered a nearby storm drain
which empties into Hilo Bay.

​Warning signs will be posted.
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Event: Wastewater discharge
Location: 261 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo  
Status: Ongoing as of 5:30 PM, July 4, 2022
Estimated volume: 3,000 gallons
Affected waterbody: Hilo Bay
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The public is advised to remain out of the affected waters until warning signs have been removed.

​According to County records this building was purchased 03/01/22.  

Commercial Improvement Information
Improvement Name:  GASTROENTEROLOGY INC
Gastroenterology is the study of the normal function and diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver.



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Know your choices in Water Filters, Maintenance & Disinfection

7/3/2022

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Uncle Tilo has hosted
50+ Clean Water Classes to our island community  **Free**

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We’ve spent the last four years bringing you breakthrough research and education so you can make smart, healthy decisions with your water .

​Learn more about us and the work we do to keep you and your family safe.
https://www.tiloscleanwater.com/community-involvement.html
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Water Security

7/3/2022

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RAINWATER HARVESTING IS VITAL FOR THE
FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE WATER RESOURCES 

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Personal Water Security Begins With
​Rainwater Harvesters

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Rainwater Harvesters are part of the solution!

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​THE WATER CONSERVATION BENEFITS OF RAINWATER HARVESTING

Rainwater harvesting has many benefits but the main one is that it is a sustainable water management practice that can be implemented by anyone on many different levels, from a simple rain barrel to a
comprehensive rainwater harvesting system that integrates with an irrigation system or household plumbing.


When you think about it… do we need to use municipally treated water to sprinkle on our lawns and landscaping? 
​Definitely not!  Harvested rainwater is the perfect candidate for irrigation use in addition to so many other water uses. 


By using rainwater harvesting systems to supply water for some,
​or all of our water needs, you can reduce our dependence on municipally treated water.
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Overall, rainwater harvesting is viewed as a practice that is socially acceptable and
​environmentally responsible all the while, promoting self-sufficiency.
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​THE ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS OF RAINWATER HARVESTING

  • The rainwater that falls on your roof and property is essentially free.  All it takes is a method to harvest it into a tank or cistern for later use.
  • Rainwater harvesting can be a great educational tool to get people to recognize their individual or household water usage.  This can get them to start conserving water in other areas around their home.
  • For communities that rely on imported water to supply their needs, collecting rainwater that falls naturally in the community can reduce the need for imported water.
  • Rainwater harvesting helps utilities reduce peak demands during summer months, saving treated water for more important and appropriate water uses.
  • While rainwater can be a perfect primary water source for many uses and situations, it is also a great backup water supply for emergency situations.


​THE WATER-ENERGY BENEFITS OF RAINWATER HARVESTING

While the logical use of rainwater harvesting is for water conservation purposes, it also reduces energy use within a community.
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  • Typically, the end use of the rainwater is located on the property where the rainwater is collected.  Replacing municipal water use at a home and property with rainwater reduces the amount of water that a municipality has to treat and then pump to your house.  The treatment and pumping of municipally provided water require a lot of energy.
  • The implementation of rainwater harvesting can help meet new standards of energy and water efficiency ratings and codes that are being developed in communities.

​The traditional path of rainwater through our local water ecosystem and how it gets to our homes:

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​The simplified path available through the implementation ​of rainwater harvesting:

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​​THE ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF RAINWATER HARVESTING

​Collecting and using rainwater to replace municipal water use reduces your water bill
  • Reducing municipal water use for areas such as irrigation reduces the amount of water that a municipality has to treat and pump.  This, in turn, reduces water service cost to a municipality.
  • The widespread implementation of rainwater harvesting within a municipality’s service area can reduce the long-term water development needs of a city, allowing the city to use their existing water infrastructure investments more efficiently.  The cost to the community to supply treated water is becoming more expensive every year. The cost to construct dams, pipes, and treatment plants, not to mention the cost of maintenance and infrastructure replacement is huge.  As water users, the rate-payers in the community ultimately will foot this rising bill.  Therefore, the practice of rainwater harvesting can reduce water demand and thus allow municipalities to provide potable water service at a lower cost.
  • Designing and installing rainwater collection systems can provide sustainable jobs for the economy of the future.  The rainwater harvesting industry can become a leading employer in the green infrastructure movement.  If you want to work send you resume and cover letter to Uncle.Tilo@gmail.com
  • Rainwater stored onsite in a rainwater harvesting system can be available for wildfires and help protect the house and property.  Insurance companies can offer discounts for storing water onsite for

​THE ANCILLARY BENEFITS OF RAINWATER HARVESTING

​Rainwater can be used for irrigation use, indoor non-potable water use, and/or potable water supply.
  • Rainwater harvesting can provide an independent water source in areas where other water sources are unavailable, or the water quality is unacceptable, or they are too expensive to develop, or they are too difficult to obtain.
  • If used as a potable water source, the zero hardness of rainwater provides many advantages.  It eliminates the scale build-up in household appliances that could occur with the use of other water sources.  This will extend the life of the appliances.  In addition, it reduces the amount of detergent or soaps needed in laundry and dishwashing appliances, reducing money spent on these detergents and soaps.
  • Rainwater from a potable rainwater harvesting system that has been properly filtered and disinfected is some of the best tasting water available.  It doesn’t have the many chemicals that municipally treated water has such as fluoride or chloramines (chlorine).

​RAINWATER HARVESTING IS THE KEY TO
​FUTURE WATER CONSERVATION GAINS

Ever since the US government enacted national standards in the U.S. Energy Policy Act of 1992 and set minimum efficiency standards for all toilets, showers, urinals and faucets manufactured in the United States, the opportunities for indoor water conservation has decreased.  During this time, outdoor water use efficiency standards have somewhat been neglected.  Therefore, rainwater harvesting provides a tremendous opportunity to achieve more water conservation gains at each and every residential and commercial property.

RAINWATER HARVESTING IS VITAL FOR THE
​FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE WATER RESOURCES

​As you can see from the benefits and advantages listed above, the practice of rainwater harvesting is an important and vital part of developing a sustainable water resource path for any community.  As local water resources are stretched to provide for population growth and economic development, new water supply strategies and paradigms will be necessary to meet this demand.  Rainwater harvesting is an untapped resource that could be developed quickly within communities and that will also have a tremendous impact.  Rainwater harvesting is part of a sustainable water supply strategy for local communities.

If you got this far reading this . . .
YOU'RE awaking to the knowledge
Clean Water creates thriving populations around the world


Mahalo Denver for hosting Clean Water incentives!

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Thank you Denver for Water Education!

7/3/2022

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​Everyone Everywhere is Paying Attention
to the quality of their water.
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Everyone Everywhere is Paying Attention
to the quality of their water.
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It's no secret, the quality of your water is a
direct link to the quality of your health.
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EWG's Tap Water Database

Since 2013, water utilities' testing has found pollutants in Americans' tap water. According to an EWG drinking water quality analysis of more than
31 million state water records.
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How big is your tank?

7/1/2022

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To know how much disinfection and baking soda to add
you must know the size of your tank and how much water is in it.
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Helpful Tips for Monthly Maintenance
​https://www.tiloscleanwater.com/catchment-maintenance-101.html
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Roger Collier is no longer affiliated with Uncle Tilo’s Clean Water LLC in any capacity.

6/15/2022

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​This notice is to inform our clients and community Roger Collier is no longer affiliated with Uncle Tilo’s Clean Water LLC in any capacity. Roger Collier had access to our client list and sensitive confidential information before leaving without notice Friday, June 10, 2022.

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Pahoa Marketplace
​​15-2670 Pahoa Village Road
Pahoa, Hawaii 96778

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Monday - Thursday 10am - 3pm
First Saturday 10am - 12pm

Telephone

808-965-1026

Email

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