Hard Water Treatment

Simply put, hard water is water that has a high mineral content. Water contains minerals like calcium and magnesium that accumulate naturally during the water cycle. Both well water and city water are susceptible to hard water. The more calcium and magnesium that are dissolved in the water, the harder the water becomes.

Hardness in your water can vary depending on where the water is coming from. No two cities will have the same levels of hardness in their water, so it’s important to have a trained professional come out to test your water hardness at your home.

There are several ways to tell if you have hard water in your home or business:

• White, chalky residue or spots on dishes and in your dishwasher.
• Clothes and linens that feel rough and look dull.
• Scale buildup on faucets and ugly stains on white porcelain.
• Dry skin and flat hair because soap just doesn’t lather or rinse completely away.
• Low water pressure from showers and faucets due to clogged pipes.

However, the only for sure way to know is to have it professionally tested. Testing provides information not only on how hard your water is but also will identify any potential contaminants or bacteria in your water. Once the testing is complete, your water testing expert will help with water treatment for hard water and contaminants, so you only have the best water for you and your family.

If you ignore the signs of hard water in your home or business, you could risk problems such as:

• Mineral buildup in your well water system.
• Ugly stains on your bathroom and kitchen water fixtures.
• Clothes ruined due to mineral exposure.
• Dry skin. 
• Itchy scalp. 
• Increased chance of eczema flair-ups. 
• High water bills due to decreased water flow.
• Corrosion and weakening of your water pipes.

If you have hard water, you may notice white or discolored stains on your sink, shower, and dishes. While these stains are harmless, they are unsightly, and people often ask us if there’s a way to clean hard water stains from their homes. If this is the case for you, there are a few methods you could try: 

• Mix equal parts of water and vinegar in a spray bottle, spray affected areas, let it sit for about a half hour, and scrub away. 
• Scrub affected areas with hydrogen peroxide. 
• Mix equal parts baking soda and water until a paste forms, apply paste to affected areas, let sit for around 10–20 minutes, and scrub away. 
• Scrub a fluoride toothpaste on affected areas. 
• Hire a professional cleaning service and point out areas with hard water stains.