Hard water can have an impact on everything, from the texture of your laundry to the condition of your fixtures. Water treatment is needed to remove the excessive levels of magnesium and calcium from water that is considered “hard.” Fortunately, softeners are a type of treatment that can reverse the negative effects of hard water and restore a sense of normalcy in your home. Here are three reasons to consider adding this innovative water treatment to your home.

Why Do You Need a Water Softener?

1. Reduce Cleaning Time

Excess mineral content in the water can cause deposit stains and limescale to build up on surfaces throughout the home. It can occur anywhere water is present, from the bathroom walls and fixtures to dishes and glasses. If your water contains other elements, like manganese, these surfaces may even develop a blackish tinge. Iron can cause red stains to develop. You may spend a considerable amount of time attempting to remove these marks. Installing a softener will filter the minerals before they’re distributed through your plumbing.

2. Minimize Energy Costs

If you can’t understand why your energy bills are so high, hard water could be to blame. The same lime scale that accumulates on your fixtures can also settle inside your water heater. Not only does that affect its life expectancy by forcing it to work even harder to heat your water, but it also reduces its efficiency in the process. Since the heater runs even longer than necessary, you’ll pay the price in the form of elevated energy bills. Softening water treatments will prevent future buildup from developing.

3. Avoid Filmy Buildup

Hard water and soap don’t play well with one another. Mineral-laden water prevents the soap from lathering up effectively, which in turn prevents it from cleaning as efficiently as it would otherwise. When the two combine, they form a substance known as scum. You’ll notice the scum on your shower walls and fixtures, but you may also notice changes in the way that your hair and skin feel. Hair may feel rough, for example, while the skin can feel itchy and irritated. The appropriate water treatment will restore life to dull hair and make it easier to rinse the soap off the body.
 

If you’re concerned about hard water in your home, turn to the team at Keen Well & Pump to assist. Serving clients throughout Mount Vernon, OH, since 1966, the well drilling contractors offer a variety of services. They install high-quality water treatments, including softeners and ultraviolet light disinfection systems. To find out more about their water well services, visit the website, or call (740) 397-7336 to request a free estimate.