As one of the basic necessities of life, water can often seem like an unlimited resource—until it’s not. 

Emergency situations like hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, and even hard freezes can threaten the availability of water, one of our most precious life-sustaining resources. Until you’ve lived through a similar event, it’s hard to imagine the alarming effect that a water shortage can have on a community and its people.

Water Way understands and has worked with individuals, businesses and communities who have experienced such disastrous events. Serving as a source of water during this year’s global pandemic has been no different. Water Way’s priority has remained the same—delivering pure water to customers in the most convenient and efficient ways possible. When water is needed in an emergency, Water Way is always prepared with fast response.

Delivering Large Water Supplies to Communities, Cities, and Private Companies

Water Way has the important capability of getting large amounts of water out to municipalities, cities, and private companies when drinking water is not available. Our response in emergency situations is immediate, fast, and reliable, doing whatever it takes to serve others. This includes working with county and state Emergency Management Agencies (EMAs) to supply ample water when needed most.

Helping Manufacturers Comply With COVID-19 Safety Procedures

COVID-19 hit manufacturing customers hard with major guideline changes for enhanced safety protocols. To help them comply, Water Way provides extra coolers to reduce the number of employees using a specific cooler. We switched some companies to required bottom-load coolers, limiting the times a bottle is physically touched.  Other companies changed Water Way deliveries of 5-gallon bottles to a 5-gallon/case mix. 

Delivering Water in Bulk to Customers for Reduced Interaction 

Water Way continues to provide customers with bulk water deliveries to reduce exposures from outside vendors and visits. This includes customers who have moved from ordering one pallet a month to having Water Way deliver five or six pallets at a time, once again limiting interactions from the outside.

Assisting Schools With Health Department Compliance 

As schools reopen in communities, they must follow strict guidelines set by health departments. This may include turning off water fountains, a common go-to water source for students. Water Way keeps schools fully stocked with bottled water to help students and teachers maintain hydration, focus, and energy.

Choose Water Way for Fast and Reliable Delivery

When water sources are limited by an emergency situation, count on Water Way to provide fast, reliable, and hassle-free delivery as well as resources for guideline compliance. Order your products today for delivery. 

If you’re still following the Safer-At-Home orders enforced by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, you may be wondering: Can I still order water delivery? And is it safe? 

The answer is, yes! And our team at Water Way is more than happy to supply you with water delivery, coffee delivery, and more! Here, we’ll answer all of the questions you have about water delivery in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Keep reading to find out how you can have water and coffee delivered right to your doorstep. 

Is It Safe?

Probably one of our most eyebrow raising moments is when we tell our clients that we’re delivering water like normal, and that it’s still safe to consume. There is currently no evidence that coronavirus can be transmitted through food or food packaging. However, our company has implemented rigorous procedures regarding quality control and providing safe drinking products and sanitized equipment to avoid contamination. As our client, your safety and wellbeing is our top priority, so we are doing everything in our power to prevent contamination and mitigate the spread of the virus.

Can’t Go Out for Coffee? No Problem!

Does the Safer-At-Home order have you missing your favorite coffee shop? Us, too! Though we can’t supply you with the peaceful ambiance, roasted coffee smells, and quiet chatter of a coffee shop, we can supply you with delicious packets of coffee and K-Cups in a wide selection of flavors from brands like Starbucks, McCafe, Folgers, and more! 

If you’re interested in hassle-free coffee delivery, get in contact with us! We can also provide equipment, so you’ll never have to worry about not having a hot cup of coffee in your hand.

We Can Deliver Bottles or Cases of Water, So You’ll Never Run Out

Along with delicious, fresh coffee, we can also deliver bottles or cases of fresh, crisp water. Whether you need one gallon of water or five, we can provide your home with clean, refreshing water in a variety of sizes and types. If you’re interested in a filtration system, we offer a variety of filtration systems and bottomless coolers to keep your entire family cool and hydrated. 
Interested in starting a water delivery with Water Way? It’s easy, hassle-free, and a great way to keep your family hydrated! Contact Water Way for more information.

You’ve probably heard the same number for years—8 cups of water a day. Many experts have said that that number of cups is outdated, but recent studies have shown how accurate it really is. It’s important to know the facts, because hydration affects more than just your physical health—your mental clarity and happiness are also at stake! Read on.

IOM Study

According to the IOM, women over 19 need 2.7 liters of total fluid per day (that’s over 11 cups) while men over 19 need 3.7 (over 15 cups). About 20% of your daily fluid comes through food, but that still leaves 8-12 cups based on the IOM’s guidelines. Most Americans drink about 2 liters of total beverages per day, but less than ¼ of that comes from water. While non-water drinks like sodas and sweet tea can count toward your fluid needs, they also contain empty calories, or calories not accompanied by valuable nutrients, and contribute to weight gain.

University of Connecticut Study

According to a new study done by the University of Connecticut’s Human Performance Laboratory, even mild dehydration—or 1.5% loss in normal fluid volume—can actually alter your energy level and your mood.

In this study, 25 women and 26 men were tested, each of them healthy and typically exercising anywhere from 30-60 minutes every day. There were three separate evaluations, each 28 days apart, where each subject was put through a series of tests that measured things like reaction time, learning, reasoning, memory, and concentration. These results were compared with a separate series of tests the subjects took when they were dehydrated.

The women involved in the study were found to feel fatigued, get headaches, have trouble concentrating, and held the perception that the tasks they were being asked to do were more challenging than they were before. Similar results were found with the men in the study, although they suffered more issues with memory and less issues with mood changes than the women.

The study also found that, on average, people don’t feel thirsty until after they’ve already become 1-2% dehydrated. Essentially, if you feel thirsty, you’re probably already suffering from these cognitive effects of dehydration.

Hydration and Happiness: Conclusion

If you notice yourself feeling tired, run down, stressed, foggy, etc. there’s a good chance you’re consistently dehydrated. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, try tracking your water intake for a few days. Take note of your symptoms, your moods, etc. Then, try increasing your water intake, and odds are, you’ll notice incredible differences in all of those areas.
For more information and tips on staying hydrated, contact Water Way today!

Our society has spent years perfecting the art of coffee—we know everything about different kinds of beans and how they’re roasted, but there’s one crucial coffee ingredient we’ve been neglecting: water. Coffee is 90% water, so why haven’t we been paying more attention to its effect on our coffee?

The right kind of water can drastically change the quality of your coffee. It’s not just an ingredient—it also acts as a solvent when it comes into contact with your coffee. Here’s what you need to know.

What Water Does

Water is absolutely essential for the extraction of coffee flavor itself. That’s why the specialty coffee that tastes amazing with pure bottled water tastes dull and lifeless with regular tap water.

So for starters, don’t use regular tap water! Get yourself a TDS (total distilled solids) meter to test your water. This meter will be able to tell you how many minerals are in your water. You can also buy your own minerals to enhance regular old water. You can buy these minerals separately or buy mineral capsules to just throw in!

Not All Water is Equal

On the surface, all water may look the same, but water contains salts and minerals and maybe even some impurities if you’re unlucky. Most natural spring waters like San Pellegrino and Evian are packed with minerals to make them tastier and healthier, but these don’t necessarily offer the best water for coffee.

So what is the best water for coffee made of? Pay attention to the calcium and magnesium in your water—these are your best friends for premium coffee because they have the strongest extraction properties. The “hardness” of water refers to the total combined measurement of calcium and magnesium and is more important than the overall mineral content. While hard coffee has the potential to really ruin your cup of joe (speaking from health and taste perspectives), you also don’t want your coffee 100% mineral-free.

Tap water is usually healthy for drinking but is not necessarily ideal for coffee because of its high calcium and bicarbonate content. These minerals are essential for the extraction of coffee flavor, but too much will ruin the balance. Lighter roast coffee will especially suffer from this kind of water composition. You need some magnesium in the mix to really pull out the juiciness of the beans.

Do it Yourself!

Try different water recipes—always start with the purest water possible, in order to work with a blank canvas and figure out which recipe works for you. You can try adding epsom salt and baking soda as a starting point. You can buy these ingredients almost anywhere and start experimenting with creating the perfect coffee water. You’ll notice a huge difference in your morning pick-me-up!
For the best water possible and more information on getting this water delivered directly to your home, contact Water Way today!

We all know that hydration is important and that hydration is especially important if you’re exercising, but you may not know what water temperature is ideal for preventing dehydration and enhancing performance!

The Temperature Difference

The temperature of your water can actually affect how well it hydrates you. Studies have shown that people drink about 50% more cold or cool water compared to warm water when they exercise, and those same studies show that these people are less dehydrated. Cold water keeps your core body temperature, which allows you to exercise longer. The hotter you get, the quicker you’ll feel the fatigue setting in. People who exercise in heat and humidity have a slower and lower rise in core body temperature when they drink cold water, as opposed to lukewarm water. Essentially, people who drink cold water while exercising can go longer without feeling exhausted.

Drinking Water

Cold water is definitely better for your working body and is way more refreshing, but it’s important to remember that no matter the temperature, you need to be drinking water. Staying hydrated altogether will result in a lower body temperature and a lower heart rate, allowing you to perform better.

Experts recommend drinking a large (16 oz) glass of water a few hours before you exercise, and then a cup (8 oz) about 10 to 20 minutes before. While you’re exercising, you should be taking a sip of water every 15 to 20 minutes. Of course, how much water you need to stay hydrated will depend on how much you sweat. The general rule of thumb is to drink 16 to 20 oz of water for every pound of sweat you lose. Try weighing yourself after you shower, and then again after you’ve worked out. After a couple times you’ll have a rough idea of how much sweat you’re losing.

Remember that ultimately it’s the water itself, not the temperature, that’s important. However, if you’d like to sustain your workout for a little longer, try freezing a water bottle before heading out for your sweat session!
For more healthy hydration tips and access to the purest possible water, contact Water Way today.

You need about eight cups of water each day to keep your body happy and healthy. When you don’t drink enough over time, you can become something worse than just dehydrated. You can become chronically dehydrated. When you’re constantly dehydrated, you actually become desensitized to dehydration symptoms—meaning you won’t just feel thirsty when you need some water.

Here are eight important symptoms to look out for when your body is telling you it needs more water every day.

#1: Constant Fatigue

We lose fluids in all kinds of ways—sweat, urination, diarrhea, or vomiting—and when we don’t replace it, the blood can become thicker and slower. The heart has to work harder to get oxygen to all of your muscles and major organs. When your body can’t diffuse heat properly, that’s when we feel tired sluggish.

#2: Dry Skin

This is one of the most obvious signs of chronic dehydration, because you’re body is literally drying out. If you notice that your skin is abnormally flaky, cracked, or dull, that’s a good sign that you haven’t been getting enough water.

#: Constipation

Just like the rest of your body, your poop is mostly water. When you’re dehydrated, your colon is forced to remove more water from it than usual, which makes going number two much more difficult. Constipation prevents your body from removing harmful toxins and bacteria. In addition to this, it can cause more serious problems down the road.

#4: Muscle Cramps

With dehydration comes slower, thicker blood. If you’re dehydrated and doing something strenuous, your blood may not be able to make it to your muscles as quickly as it needs to. This will lead to painful muscle cramps. Even if you drink lots of water during or after working out, if you’re chronically dehydrated that won’t be enough!

#5: Infrequent Urination and Kidney Stones

Just like chronic dehydration can cause constipation, there are also medical issues that come with not urinating frequently enough. A kidney stone is made by a buildup of minerals in the urine, and this is caused by dehydration. You should be urinating often, and it should be clear. If it’s dark or has an odd odor, you definitely need more water.

#6: Dry Mouth and Bad Breath

When your body isn’t getting enough water, your mouth can’t produce enough saliva. Saliva has antibacterial properties that kill bad breath germs and other bacteria in your mouth. These germs are the biggest cause of bad breath! There are million of tiny functions in your body that require water, so make sure you’re fueling it.

#7: Overeating

Food is one of the main ways you take in water, and if you aren’t drinking enough your body will compensate by making you hungry. This can make things even worse if the foods you’re craving are high in sodium or caffeine. Go for fruits and vegetables instead, or anything with a high water content, and when you feel hungry, try drinking a glass of water first! You could just be dehydrated.
For easy, hands-free access to the purest water, contact Water Way.

#1: Get The Best Water Possible

State and city water standards vary, so you can never really trust your tap water. At-home filters only get out some of the minerals and chemicals found in tap water. If you want the purest possible water, free from any chemicals of contaminants, then a water delivery service is what you need.

Many water delivery services get their water straight from the mountains, where natural alkaline, pure water is found in the springs. Water directly from the source doesn’t need to be treated with chemical compounds—they get rid of any bacteria and then it’s ready to drink. You know exactly where it’s coming from and what’s been done to it.

#2: Save Time

With a water delivery service, your water comes to you whenever you need it. Instead of running to the store once a week to get a giant pack of little water bottles, you can choose how and when you get your water delivered. You can choose bottled spring water, water dispensers, or spring water on tap. You can even have a water tank installed in your home, so you always have access to pure spring water on tap—just call your water delivery company when it’s getting low, and they’ll come fill it up whenever it’s convenient.

#3: Drink More Water

Most people don’t drink enough water, because most people don’t think about it very often. But with the purest possible water available at all times, in whatever way that’s most convenient for you, drinking plenty of water will easily work its way into your routine. When it’s easily accessible, it’s easy to remember.

#4: Healthier Food and Beverages

You use water for way more things than just drinking. You prepare food, beverages, water plants, pets, and more. You can taste the difference between tap water and quality spring water, and that extends to your recipes as well. Chemicals and minerals in your tap water can also harm your pets. For example, limestone—a common mineral found in tap water—can cause serious urinary tract problems, even kidney stones, in small animals. Give you and your family the best possible water in everything you make them.

#5: Save Money

Lastly, a water delivery service saves you money. The water treatment, plastic, and packaging of bottle water makes it expensive, especially if you’re buying cases often. Plus, at-home water filters need replacing every couple months and still don’t remove everything from your water. A long-term solution like having your water delivered makes the most financial sense, as well as the most environmental sense—most delivery containers are recyclable, and if you get a dispenser or tank installed you save a very significant amount of plastic.
Contact Water Way for more information!

While there are many environmental issues plaguing our planet today, one of the most pressing issues directly affecting us is water pollution. Though it’s fairly well-known that this is a problem in most developing countries, we should all be aware that it affects us too.

According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, around 1.2 trillion gallons of untreated sewage, stormwater and industrial waste is dumped into our waters every year. This includes our oceans and freshwater sources. At this rate, nearly 46% of the world’s population will have to deal with shortages of drinking water by 2050. The main cause of these problems? Humans.

According to the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Program for Water Supply and Sanitation, around 1.8 billion people worldwide have to drink fecally contaminated water, because 748 million don’t have access to improved drinking-water sources. So many of those people are children. According to The Water Project, 443 million school days are missed due to water-borne diseases every year; plus water pollution remains one of the largest causes of death of children under five.

Our oceans are suffering as well. About 45% of ocean water pollution is from improper marine transportation, while 32% is attributed to man-made oil spills alone. In addition to this 67%, individuals are contributing to mass water pollution by improperly disposing of their plastics. Plastic ingestion is at an alarming 94% for Cory’s shearwater, a particular species of seabird.

The Earth is more than 70% water. 97% of that water is salty ocean water, and 2% is trapped in glaciers and polar ice caps. That leaves just 1% for us to consume—with those numbers, it’s easy to see how urgent this issue is. The human population is only growing faster, so something needs to be done.

A lot needs to change in these industries to stop the escalation of water pollution over the coming years, but they aren’t the only things that can help. While laws are being passed to help protect our environment—and specifically water—you can do your part to slow down this epidemic.

By avoiding toxic products (or disposing of toxic products properly) you can significantly cut down on the amount of harmful substances that end up in our water. Disposing of your metals, papers, and plastics appropriately is a really easy way to help out—just find the right bin! If you use fertilizers, consider using natural products when you can, and avoid over-watering gardens or lawns. This will seriously cut down on the runoff that contaminates water supplies. And of course, always try to conserve water any way you can.
For guaranteed clean water and reduced plastic waste, contact Water Way.  

What Water Can Do For Your Baby

You’re 75% water, and that means your baby is too. Not only do you want to keep that percentage up for yourself, but the amount of water you drink directly affects the volume of amniotic fluid surrounding you baby. You should be drinking eight cups of water every day and we have some tips to help you get there.

Meet Your Body’s (and Your Baby’s) Needs

Your body is smart, but there are things it can’t communicate. Your body only exhibits signs of necessity after it needs the thing it’s asking for. So when you feel thirsty, that’s your body telling you that it needed water a few hours ago. That’s why it’s so important to turn drinking water into a habit. Set a reminder on your phone or write it on your calendar—whatever will work for you.

When to Drink Water While Pregnant

Anything you’re trying to make a habit of is best started in the morning—the earlier you start, the less you’ll have to make up for later. If you need coffee first thing in the morning, start filling you mug with water first. After you drink that (or two!) you can have your coffee.

It’s also important to consider that, when you wake up in the morning, you just went six to eight hours without drinking any water. Keeping hydrated while you sleep is also great for your immune system! Overnight is when your body rejuvenates, repairs, and replenishes. Make sure your baby is getting that immune boost by drinking water before bed.

Drinking water with meals is one of the easiest ways to introduce more water into your daily routine. Swap out that soda at dinner for a big glass of water—you’ll eventually stop craving the sugary drinks, plus water tastes good with almost any food!

How to Drink Water While Pregnant

No one has time to just drink water all day. You’ll have to weave it into your daily routine. Aside from having water with your meals, you can carry a water bottle with you everywhere—sip from it while reading emails at your desk, while you’re sitting at a stoplight or take it with you on a walk.

In the summer you want to keep yourself cool and quenched, so remembering to drink water is a little easier. In the winter you may have to try a little harder—if you find yourself craving a warm drink, try a steaming hot cup of water with lemon. You’ll feel cozy and hydrated, and the lemon is great for fighting those winter colds.

One final tip: you can eat a lot of your water too! On average, the fruits and veggies you eat are about 90% water. Make a fruit smoothie in the morning and get a few cups of water, plus all of the vitamins your ingredients provide. It’s a great way to compensate if you’re tired of gulping down plain water, but you should still try to drink eight cups a day.

For info on how and where to get the best water, contact Water Way.

Tap water can be a bit of question mark. A myriad of different minerals can make their way into a state or city’s water supply, sometimes from natural underground deposits or from the improper disposal of pollutants. While those water filters you buy at the store certainly get rid of a large amount of zinc and chlorine, those aren’t the only things you want out of your drinking water. The only way to guarantee pure, safe water for you and your family is to have it delivered right to your home.

Why you Need Home Water Delivery

Water—it’s that magic elixir that cures a number of common problems people encounter every day. Most people don’t consume the recommended amount, but having it delivered to your house makes it so much easier to stay hydrated. Not only does home water delivery ensure clean and reliable water, but it’s a much more convenient and cost-effective solution than buying bottled water. Most home water delivery services can get you up to five gallons per container, while you can typically only find up to one gallon per container at the store. Those giant water containers are also recyclable, so you’ll save money on recycling all the little water bottles you usually buy in bulk.

How to Choose the Best Delivery Service

If you figure out how much water your family drinks, you can choose how much water is delivered to your door, and how often. Get your water on a schedule that works for your family’s drinking habits. This ensures that you aren’t paying for unnecessary services! A lot of companies also offer rental services for water dispensers, so you can have instant hot or cold water in your home for cooking or drinking.

Make sure you do your research! Don’t just jump on the cheapest plan you find—your family’s drinking water isn’t something to compromise on. Research the company’s purification process and make sure they meet the right sanitation standards. Find a home water delivery plan that works for you and your family, and rest easy knowing you’re getting safe and cost-effective water delivered to your home whenever you need it.

Contact Water Way for information on services and products!