There seems to be so many different types of water these days that it can sometimes be confusing. Should you drink tap or bottled water? Filtered, distilled, or spring water? It’s not just about what you drink that matters, though. We use water for so many things in our everyday life, like showering, washing the dishes and clothes, watering the plants. Does it matter what kind of water you have in your home?
Yes, it does. And at a basic level, it all comes down to whether you have hard or soft water coming out of your pipes.
What is hard water?
Hard water is water that is rich in minerals that it has picked up along the way to your home. Rainwater is naturally soft, but it can pick up various minerals as it interacts with different materials, especially calcium and magnesium.
Why is it a problem?
Being rich in minerals sounds like a good thing, you might think. While some people prefer the taste of hard water and can benefit from added minerals in their body, when it comes to other uses, soft water is preferable. Take your household chores as an example. The minerals in hard water tend to interact with soaps, making them less effective. This can leave your glasses and dishes with marks on them and leave your clothes looking worn out and dingy.
The same goes for washing your hair – soft water is much better for leaving your hair healthy and shiny, and hard water can leave your bath or shower looking dingy. Your household appliances can suffer, too, as minerals are deposited by hard water. This can make appliances like your washing machine and dishwasher working less efficiently and more prone to break down. Mineral deposits can also build up in your pipes, narrowing them and allowing less water to flow through.
How can you tell if your home has hard water?
You can have a sample of your home’s water officially tested to determine its hardness, but if you’re looking for quick tests you can run at home, The Spruce has a few at-home tests you can perform. You may also be able to call your water supplier for information or check online to see if they have posted reports about local water quality and hardness. There are also steps you can take to soften hard water, which can help you perform household tasks more effectively.
If you have problems with your plumbing or household appliances as a result of hard water in your home, then contact us to have a plumber check this out for you.
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