It can be challenging to tell by looking at your water, whether it’s hard or soft. Generally, the only way to know whether your water is hard or soft is by the ‘feel’ of the water and its effect on items in your dishwasher or washing machine. An Edmonton plumber can help you fix the problems caused by hard water by installing a water softening system.
A Film on Hands After Washing
If you experience a film on your hands after you wash them, then this is a sign that you have hard water. The film is caused by a reaction of the soap to the calcium in the water that forms soap scum. If you have hard water, you’re likely going to have to rinse your hands for longer.
Spots on Dishes and Glassware
Having spots on your dishes and glassware when they’re fresh out of the dishwasher is frustrating but also a sign that you have hard water. Usually, the areas are deposits of calcium carbonate.
Mineral Stains on Clothes
If you’re experiencing stains on clothes that are fresh out of the washing machine, then you likely have hard water. Excess minerals in the water cause stains. It’s important to know if you have hard water because clothes wear out faster because of how rough the water is.
Low Water Pressure
If you have hard water, mineral deposits can and will form in your pipes. This shrinks the interior diameter of your pipes, which reduces water flow and causes low water pressure.
If you have any of the above signs – or all of them – then you have hard water. Given the problems that hard water can cause you, you need a solution. Your local Edmonton plumber, the Plumbing Repair Guy, can help. Give us a call today to get your answers for solving hard water problems!