Hard water can cause many problems in your home, but there are some simple ways to deal with it. Hard water is often filled with minerals and heavy metals like iron which can damage your pipes and your fixtures if let go. Hard water also makes it more challenging to get dishes clean, and for soap and shampoo is to work effectively when bathing.

Signs Of Hard Water

There are some common signs of hard water in your home. Your water may taste or smell funny. You may also see red or rust-colored stains around drains or where water stands in your home. The stains are the result of the heavy metals in the water and can make cleaning sinks bathtubs and toilets harder. Hard water can also cause skin irritations or dry skin, and you may find that you don't feel clean after showering. If you have hard water in your home, you may see the pressure to your faucets and fixtures reduce overtime. The minerals in the water can clogged screens, aerators, and small holes in the fixtures

Have Your Water Tested

If you suspect you have hard water in your home, have your water tested to determine what minerals are in the water. Dealing with hard water means dealing with the specific minerals that are causing the problem. Several solutions can be used to deal with hard water, but not every water treatment system will deal with every kind of mineral that could be in your water. The results of your water test are the best way to determine what type of softener or filtration system needed in your home.

Treating Your Water

Water treatment systems are designed to filter out specific metals, minerals, and contaminants from your water system. If you are using a drilled well, you will have to treat your water, but you can select a method in which you want to deal with the contaminants in the water. Treating your water allows you the option to filter or soften the water without harsh chemicals, making the water safe and healthy for you and your family. 

Water Treatment Systems

Working with a water treatment company to select the water treatment system for your home is the best solution. They will help you determine what kind of system is best for you and install it in your home for you. Some systems require you to change the filters regularly, and other water softener systems use salts to replace the minerals or they might use sand to filter the water. There is maintenance involved in any water system, but once the system is running the improvement in the water in your home may make it worth taking the time to maintain the system once every few months. 

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