Ask an expert about water conditioning
Q : SO WHAT IS HARD WATER?
A : Hard water is basically water containing a high mineral count. Groundwater often percolates through limestone where it picks up calcium and magnesium deposits. Drinking water can also contain trace minerals like iron, which gets picked up from the soil, lakes rivers – even older corroded plumbing. In some regions, hard water may also contain manganese or aluminum. Of course, things like calcium, magnesium and iron aren’t necessarily bad for you. In fact, they’re actually beneficial nutrients. However, hard water sediments can also carry potentially harmful bacteria along with them.
Q : WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF HARD WATER?
A : Hard water problems can be a real hassle, especially for new homeowners who may be unfamiliar with the issues it causes. Solving those problems can vastly improve your family’s quality of life and get things back to normal again.
An easy trick that gives you an indication on water quality is to pay attention when you are washing your hands. Is it difficult to create suds or is the soap difficult to remove from your hands? If it’s difficult to create suds, you more than likely have hard water.
Hard water problems could range from hard water scale causing costly build-up in your plumbing, water heater and other water-using appliances – decreasing the life of appliances and increasing your costs. When combined with soap, the minerals form soap curd or scum that builds up on fixtures and makes skin dry and itchy, hair lifeless and laundry dull.
Q : HOW CAN WATER CONDITIONING HELP?
A : There’s only one perfect answer to all your hard water issues: to install a water softener in your home.
Water softeners remove things like calcium, magnesium and iron from your water as it comes in from the source. It’s an investment that could save you headaches as well as money. There are also other types of water conditioning products, like reverse osmosis system, which can help eliminate potentially harmful contaminants.
Q : SO, SHOULD YOU GET A WATER SOFTENER?
A : With a water softener, your dishes and glassware will be crystal clear, your laundry would be bright whites and vibrant colours, cleaning will be easier, you’ll use less soap, lower water heating costs, and protect your plumbing and appliances. It comes down to saving time and money in the end. If you are tired of dealing with hard water in your home, a water softener is the most effective and most permanent solution to hard water challenges. H&R Custom Water Ltd. has the expertise to assess your problem water and recommend the most innovative water treatment products.