Want to improve the quality of your water? Tired of spotty dishes or clothing? Have brittle hair after showering? Consider setting up a water softener system in your home. B & D Plumbing, Heating & A/C help residents throughout St. Michael and nearby areas install this convenient system for better washing results, as well as better tasting water!
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Why should hard water be treated?
You may be confused by terms like "hard water" and "soft water," but if you experience hard water, you will understand the difference right away. Hard water is what's responsible for the mineral buildup in your shower and around other water fixtures, leading to soap scum, discolored fixtures, and clogged shower heads. Hard water is caused by the presence of certain minerals such as iron, calcium, or magnesium. These minerals can interfere with the effectiveness of soap and promote the formation of limescale. Hard water can impair the functionality of your shower heads and faucets, discolor your fixtures and clothing, and create unsightly buildup.
How do you know if you need a water softener?
Water softener systems help to counteract these effects by removing harsh minerals from the water. Typically, lime or salt is added to the water to exchange some of the mineral ions. You may need a water softener system if…
- You have reduced water flow.
- Spots and debris have appeared on your fixtures.
- Orange spots and stains appear on your fixtures or your clothing.
What are the benefits of this system?
By installing a water softener, you can protect the health of your plumbing system and ensure the smooth flow of water in your pipes and through your faucets. Water softeners can also remove iron, which is an especially problematic mineral. Even in small quantities, iron buildup can stain and permanently ruin sinks, tubs, fixtures, and clothing. Iron can also create a bad taste in food and drinks made with your water. Installing a water softener has many benefits:
- Protecting your silverware, glassware, and cookware from stains and spots.
- Reducing housework since you don't have to clean as many stains or buildup.
- Savings on household cleaners, soaps, and shampoos.
- Softer hair and skin.
- Protecting clothing and linens and prolonging their life.
- Prolonging the life of appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines.
- Improving water flow.
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Contact Us Today
If you notice signs of hard water, get in touch with us to learn more about what a water softener can do to help you. Our experienced professionals at B & D Plumbing, Heating & A/C can help you select and install a water softener that will complement your home's plumbing system and address the specific concerns with your water quality. If you already have a water softener system but are still feeling the effects of hard water, it may be a sign that your system needs to be repaired or adjusted. The system may only be addressing a specific type of mineral when it actually needs to be treating several types of minerals. Our professionals can diagnose the problem to either repair your water softener or to let you know if a replacement is necessary.