Most homeowners have to deal with water’s less appealing characteristics, hardness. According to
Springwellwater.com, water hardness can be caused by high levels of minerals, particularly calcium and magnesium, along with traces of other metals. The many daily activities we do every day, such as washing dishes, laundry, and bathing, can be affected by hard water. It is possible to reduce its negative effects by installing a water softener. This will get rid of dissolved mineral by using sodium or potassium instead of calcium or magnesium ions. These signs indicate homeowners that their water is too hard.
Scale Buildup and Stains
Hard water can cause stubborn stains to sinks, toilets, and bathtubs. There are also white scale deposits around faucets. To temporarily remove staining from fixtures, soak the area with 1/2 cup powder detergent. For white deposits around faucets, spray the area with white vinegar and let it sit for a few minutes before wiping the area with a soft cloth.
Limescale, or scale, is a mineral deposit that can build up on coffeepots and tea kettles. It can also accumulate on cutlery and glassware. This leaves a hard, chalky film that is difficult to remove. Scale buildup in water from appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines can lead to costly repairs.
If power bills seem to be unusually high, homeowners might want to inspect their plumbing for signs of scaling. Scale buildup can cause pipes to clog over time. This makes it harder for hot water to flow through a home’s heating system. Scale buildup can also affect the efficiency and effectiveness of water heaters.
Dry Hair and Skin
Hard water can make laundry soaps and bath products less effective. It also leaves behind slimy residue which causes clothing to look and smell duller, fade and become stale. Hard water can also cause clothes to become soiled and prone to fading. Hard water may cause skin to become dry, flaky, and itchy. It can also block pores, which can lead to inflammation, pimples, or blackheads. Hard water can make soap stick to skin, making it difficult to dissolve. This film can also make hair dry, dull and limp.
A water heater that stops working or malfunctions is one of the most costly and annoying signs that a house needs a water conditioner. Water heaters can be prematurely aged by hard water, especially electric ones, as heating hard water accelerates the growth of scale and expensive heating elements.…