Hard water can have a significant impact on your household. The high mineral content causes several problems like persistent soap scum on dishes. Water softening is a process that helps remove the minerals that make the water hard such as calcium and magnesium. In this article, we’ll dive into everything you need to know about a water conditioning service and hard water.

Causes of Hard Water

Hard water that requires water conditioning services has a high mineral content. Unfortunately, it's a widespread issue that many homeowners have to deal with. As the water runs down rocks, it picks up certain minerals. For example, most hard water has a build-up of calcium. Water usually picks up calcium when it goes through soil and rock. However, iron can also build up in water and cause hard water. Iron is generally responsible for water leaving stains behind that look like rust stains. 

This often happens before the water goes into a nearby well. The high concentration of minerals differentiates this water from the already-treated water. While most city water systems treat water before it goes to a household, this doesn't help homeowners who utilize their own water, such as those with wells.

Hard Water Hazards

There are several reasons why you want to avoid hard water. The minerals can build up on your skin, leaving a film that causes irritation. Consistently washing your hair in hard water can make your scalp dry, itchy, and flaky. In addition, many people report having an upset stomach after drinking hard water. In our experience, drinking hard water long-term can cause problems with your kidneys which can lead to more severe complications. With the plethora of issues it causes, it’s best to invest in a water conditioning service.

Benefits of Treatment

Utilizing a water conditioning service offers several benefits, including energy efficiency. According to the Department of Energy, a typical person uses 75 gallons of water daily. Our experts agree that households with hard water use more than that because they have to wash clothing and dishes more to remove the soap scum. Appliances like dishwashers and washers use more energy to run an extra cycle to get things clean. Although treating hard water does cost money, it can save you money in the long run.

Hard water can impact your bank account, health, hygiene, and the overall condition of certain things in your house. A water conditioning service can help ensure healthy water that doesn’t leave a nasty residue behind. Contact Quality Water Conditioning Inc today to learn more about our services.