Hard water can be the source of a variety of plumbing and appliance issues. It could be something as small as visible mineral buildup or water that has a bad odor. If hard water is used for a long period of time it could lead to bigger problems like low flow or damage to pipes and fixtures, leading to costly repairs. Fortunately, the answer to these problems is a water softener system!
Water hardness is the amount of dissolved minerals, notably calcium and magnesium, in the water.1 Some of the most common symptoms of hard water are the residues that it leaves behind. This could be on your hands or dishes after you wash, or noticeable deposits in the shower or around the sink. This comes from the minerals in the groundwater that is sent to your home. In severe cases, you may feel like you have to wash yourself or your clothes multiple times, or that they never feel clean. While humans do need minerals, when they build up and cause clogging or low water pressure, it can become a problem.
A water softener can help to prevent many of these issues. It can also help by lengthening the life of some appliances. Dishwashers and clothes washers use a lot of water when they run. Having softer water going through these appliances helps them to last longer and run better because minerals are not being built up inside the pipes and other parts of the machines.
Soft water also reduces or prevents mineral spots on glassware and dishes when you run your dishwasher. This means cleaner dishes and less work for you! A water softener will also prevent or reduce films from soaps and detergents on external surfaces in sinks, bathtubs, and washing machines. Not only does your home look cleaner, it's easier to maintain as well.
Here are some other ways a water conditioner can help:
Point-of-use filtration reduces contaminants like lead and chlorine from your water--from your shower head to your drinking water faucet.
Softer water is better for your plumbing and appliances, helping to increase their efficiency and lifespan.
Enjoy smoother skin and shinier hair. Even softer right-out-of-the-dryer laundry!
Less scale build up means faster and stronger water pressure!
Reduce your carbon footprint by eliminating the need for water bottles altogether.
Enjoy clean, filtered, and fresh water straight from the tap. You'll never go back to water bottles again!
Reduce your hard water woes today with a water-softening system from Pinch A Penny! Since the softener will treat all the water that enters your home, it's best to have a professional do the evaluation and installation. Our highly trained water quality experts can evaluate your home’s water set-up and recommend the perfect hard water filter system designed to meet your needs. Contact us today for a quote!
1. US Geological Survey https://www.usgs.gov/special-topics/water-science-school/science/hardness-water
