{"id":1608,"date":"2019-09-18T11:35:51","date_gmt":"2019-09-18T15:35:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=1608"},"modified":"2019-09-18T11:35:51","modified_gmt":"2019-09-18T15:35:51","slug":"faqs-about-water-softeners-and-hard-water","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/faqs-about-water-softeners-and-hard-water\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQS About Water Softeners and Hard Water"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Rain water is naturally soft water. But once it enters the\nground and permeates through all the layers of soil and rock, it accumulates mineral\ncontent. Hard water is tap water that contain hard mineral ions, such as iron,\ncalcium, and magnesium. These minerals change the composition of water, thus\nreducing its quality. When heated, these minerals precipitate out of the water\nin the form of limescale. Limescale is very damaging to everything in your\nhome, from plumbing and appliances, to dishes, hair, nails, and more.\nFortunately, a water softening system can combat the negative effects of hard\nwater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continue reading to review some of the most frequently asked\nquestions about water softeners and hard water for help determining the best\nwater quality solutions for your property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How Can I Tell if I Have Hard Water?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The signs of hard water are very easy to see. In fact, if\nyou are displeased with your water, it is probably because it is hard. If you\ndo not think much about your tap water, nor have problems with the things that\nhard water damages, you might have softer water in your municipality. But that\ndoes not mean it is as soft as it can be. To test if you have hard water,\nsimply do an inspection of your house, clothes, dishes, and hair. If you see\nlimescale buildup around faucets and plumbing fixtures, or you always have\ncloudy spots on your dishes, you have some degree of hard water. Furthermore,\nif your clothes do not seem to clean well, your soap doesn\u2019t lather well, or\nyour hair seems dingy and dull, you could have hard water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does a Water Softener Do?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Water softeners use ion-exchange technology, which basically\ntrades soft minerals for hard ones. Inside a tank-style water softener, which\nare the most common among residential properties, there are resin beads. These\nbeads are positively charged, and as water passes through them, they attract\nand absorb the negatively-charged hard minerals, and swapping them for softener\nones; usually potassium chloride (salt pellets). The resin beads then flush the\nhard minerals out, recharge, and get ready for another cycle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do I Need a Water Softener?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Everyone can use a water softener, especially when property has any water-using appliances or plumbing. There are various reasons to purchase and install a water softening system at home or in the office, but it call comes down to hard water abatement. Hard water can be harmful to skin, hair, nails, clothes, plumbing, appliances, dishware, and much more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Much Does a Water Softener Cost?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Water softeners are incredibly important and highly\neffective appliances that actually save properties money, overtime. For this\nreason, you can expect them to cost more than the average appliance in your\nhome, upfront. Furthermore, you have to also pay for installation, and down the\nline, routine maintenance and service. On average, you can expect a standard\ntank-style water softener to cost between $1000 and $3000, depending on the\nmake, model, and size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Much is Water Softener Installation?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

You will require the services of a licensed plumber who\nspecializes in water softeners for installation. Costs vary among businesses,\nbut on average, you can expect to pay anywhere from $250 to $600 or more for\nwater softener installation. Request free estimates from various plumbers to\ngain an idea of what a fair cost looks like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where Can I Get Trusted Advice About Water Softening in Indianapolis?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Call Weilhammer Plumbing Co. Inc. at 317-784-1870<\/strong> for free estimates, advice, and information regarding water softeners<\/a>, anytime. Not only are we state-licensed master plumbers who specialize in water softener service and repair, we gladly provide recommendations and advice, including hard water testing. Whether residential or commercial, we can provide all the water heater services you need. Call 317-784-1870 to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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