Signs You Need a Water Softener
Hard water has an excess of minerals like calcium and magnesium which is often evident from brownish-white deposits on faucets and plumbing fixtures. To counter this, water softeners are used. These remove the minerals to prevent scale build up in your appliances and on fixtures.
Although the job is best left to your plumber, it is easy to spot hard water when you know what to look for.
Deposits
- Soap deposit on sinks and bath tubs
- Scale on fixtures, pipes, water heaters and water appliances.
- Spots on glasses and dishes.
- Washing powders and shampoos don’t lather normally.
- Bright colored clothing is getting duller.
Constant repairs
This is one of the worst side effects of hard water to experience. If you have steel pipes and constant need for repairs, you may be suffering from a case of hard water. The minerals slow down the water flow which can allow more deposition inside your pipes. If there is limescale buildup on faucets in your plumbing, this can restrict movement and cause the faucets to not turn and cannot close completely. This can cause problems of water leakage.
Additional Repairs
Hard water problems can cost you a lot. Since hard water has a tendency to leave behind mineral deposits, it can damage the appliances in your home. Here are the potential appliances to keep an eye one for faults to detect hard water issues.
Water Heaters: sediment build up can severely impact the efficiency of your water heater. Eventually this poor efficiency can develop into bigger problems that will require either a repair or replacement for your appliance, especially if it keeps repeating.
Washing Machine: your washing machine has to work harder to do the same job because hard water prevents the soap from lathering. In fact it can wear out your washing machine 30% faster than normal.
Hard water overall, can cost you up to $800 in household costs per year.
Why water softeners?
Installation of a water softener by your local plumber is a solution to all hard water problems above. This investment saves you both time and money yin the long run. If you suspect presence of harmful chemicals in your water, a system that carries out reverse osmosis can be a worthwhile investment.
If you’re looking into the possibility of a water softener or looking for someone to inspect your water systems, we offer same day services because at Your1Plumber we believe that a plumbing problem should not disrupt everyday life. To get an inspection for water heaters, pipes or replacements, call us at 561-403-1500 or visit out site for plumbing repair Palm Beach County
