Discover how to identify and treat annoying hard water issues in your home.
“Anything over 17 ppm (parts per million) is considered slightly hard.
In my experience, you start seeing stronger signs of hardness when the results show 20-25 ppm.”
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Washing clothes in hot water will increase the effects due to the mineral precipitation process.
Contact a plumber for professional advice if you’re unsure how to move forward.
These filters will catch the excess minerals before the water flows into the shower or sink.
Keep in mind that the filters have to be changed or cleaned regularly.
Lower the Water Heater Temperature
The temperature of the water can affecthard water stainingand mineral buildup.
Reduce the water heater’s temperature to help delay the rate of scale accumulation.
Flush the water heater regularly to remove any sediment that has built up at the bottom of the appliance.
