There is a lot of talk about hard water these days and not everyone understands exactly what this means. Some areas of the country have a higher than normal mineral content in their water. When these minerals are present in large amounts, the water is considered hard. There are many signs to alert you of hard water in your home. By understanding the signs to look for and how water softeners work, you can know if you should have one installed by the plumber The Woodlands.
Common Signs of Hard Water
Spots on dishes — One of the first signs people notice is spots on their glasses and silverware, even after carefully washing the dishes. The reason for these spots is hard water deposits and they can actually etch your glasses and silverware over time and cause damage.
Itchy skin and dry hair — One of the signs some people do not equate to hard water right away, is itchy skin. When you have high levels of magnesium and calcium in your water, this can cause irritation to your skin. It can cause you to itch and can cause your skin and hair to feel and appear dry.
Clothing issues in the wash — If you wash your whites and they soon begin to take on a bluish hue or your clothing never feels soft, even when using fabric softeners, hard water could be the culprit. A plumber The Woodlands can check for issues with hard water and give you valuable information on whether or not your home could benefit from a water softener.
Hard water can cause problems in your plumbing and breakdown systems, like your hot water heater and your plumbing lines. It is important to have your water tested, to make sure it does not have a high mineral content. If your water is high in minerals, a water softener can treat the water before it ever enters your home, removing the minerals that cause issues in your home and with your health, protecting your valuable plumbing systems.
If you would like to have your water tested, Visit Site and contact Myers Plumbing Services Inc. They will be glad to check the mineral content of your water and can advise you on the type of water softener to best benefit your home and family.
