Have you been noticing lime scale buildup on your faucets and appliances? Have there been stains left on your dishes after a cycle in the dishwasher? Have you noticed that your skin is dry, your scalp is irritated, and your hair is dull and stiff? Though all of these things may seem unrelated to one another, they may be signs of a hard water problem in your home.

Fortunately, the solution is simple: install a water softener. By installing a water softener, you can save yourself the frustration of hard water stains and save your skin and hair, so just do it.

Drain On Energy

Hard water, though it may seem harmless, but believe it or not it can actually cost you money. The white mineral deposit in hard water builds up in your home’s pipes over time. This creates a layer that requires your water heater to work overtime just to heat your water, as it normally does. Not only that, but the presence of hard water also requires more water use in almost every part of your home. It requires more water use in the shower, dishwasher, washing machine, and almost every appliance in your home that uses water. Since energy and water cost money, you’re essentially just letting that money go down the drain.

However, there is a resolution to hard water problems, being a drain on your energy, water, and your wallet. By installing a water softener, you get rid of your hard water problems. Because a water softener filters out the harmful minerals in hard water, your water heater will be working normally, and your water and energy usage will be down. Save some money, and get a water softener so your home can run more efficiently.

Personal Toll

Though hard water isn’t considered a health risk, it can still take a toll on your appearance. The high mineral content in hard water is damaging to the skin and hair. 

Skin

It can cause unnecessary dryness and irritation because it isn’t able to fully dissolve the soaps you use in the shower or the detergents you use for your laundry.

The minerals in hard water can also directly dry on your skin. These minerals clog pores, leading to acne and other breakouts. If you live in a dry climate, hard water problems can even be a cause of dermatitis and worsen conditions like psoriasis and eczema.

Hair

Hard water, not only causes damage to your skin, hair can be affected as well. The hard water coming out of your shower head is causing your hair to break, thin, and become dry and dull. If you get your hair colored, it can even make it harder for your hairstylist to color your hair.

Don’t let hard water problems take a toll on your hair and skin. Simply installing a water softener can help restore your hair and skin to their original and best condition.

Appliances

Not only can hard water problems cost you money and damage your hair, but they can also wreak havoc on your plumbing system and your appliances. Though it may not be apparent on the outside, hard water is actually causing problems for your pipes and appliances internally.

Dishwasher

If you’ve ever noticed a white film on your dishes even after they’re fresh out of the dishwasher, then hard water is causing your dishwasher to clean less efficiently. The minerals in hard water build up to clog the jets and drains in your dishwasher.

Washing Machine

Just like dishwashers, washing machines can also be damaged by hard water. The hard water minerals build up in the main wash tub and the internal mechanisms, which can lead to expensive repairs over time. The damage hard water causes to your washing machine, in turn, can damage your clothes. When the detergent mixes with hard water, it can cause clothes and the washing machine to smell. 

Installing a water softener can ensure that your dishwasher and washing machine can accomplish the task they were designed to do without hard water causing damage.

Why Choose Us?

At S&B Plumbing, we understand that you might not know when hard water is a problem plaguing your home. We’re here to help you decide what your house is in need of to run effortlessly. Whatever it may be, we are here to help. Contact us today to schedule a plumbing service you may be in need of.