Water softening systems are often used in homes that have hard water. Hard water is water that contains high traces of calcium and magnesium ions, per the National Institute of Health. These create limescale and will have a damaging effect on your water heater and the plumbing of your home. Hard water can also have a negative effect on your skin and hair, according to Healthline, as well as other surfaces that the water touches. The EPA sets standards and regulations for the presence of over 90 different contaminants in public drinking water according to the CDC, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still have hard water issues in your home. Let’s look at some of the benefits of a water softener system.

Less Soap Scum

According to Healthline, the calcium in hard water reacts with soap to form soap scum, and it can take a while to effectively clean your hands as a result. This means that when you use soaps to clean yourself, your dishes, or even your clothes, it'll take more effort than usual to get the same results. With water-softening systems, you can enjoy more efficient cleaning.

Improved Water Heater Efficiency

Hard water can also cause problems for your water heater. Hard water has a tendency to create a layer of scum and scale deposits in your hot water heating system. This causes blockages and damage to your boiler over time. The scale will essentially add a layer of insulation that prohibits the transfer of heat into the water. In our experience, this can reduce the efficiency of your water heater by up to 50%. If left unchecked, hard water could damage your hot water heater, requiring repairs or replacement.

Limited Skin Irritants

Water is an important part of any skincare routine, but if you have hard water it could actually wind up making your skin worse. For people who already have skin disorders such as eczema, hard water can damage the skin barrier, according to Healthline. Hard water doesn’t rinse off soap will, either, so it’s difficult to get products off of your skin. If your water causes skin irritation, consider installing a water softener system to solve the issue.

Are you dealing with hard water in your home? Our team at Brevard Water Solutions is here to help. Please give us a call to learn more!