Why Do You Need A Water Softener?
What is a Water Softener? A water softener is an appliance that hooks up to the point where the water comes into the house and makes the water … you guessed it … softer! But what is “soft” and “hard” water? The hardness or softness of water is determined by the amount of minerals in […]
Can Water Softeners Improve Your Family’s Health?
Hard water can cause a variety of adverse health issues such as psoriasis (skin flaking from head and facial hair) and eczema (dry, red or itchy skin), as well as problems with your home such as scale buildup in your pipes and around you faucets, spots on you glasses and silverware, mineral deposits in your […]
Where Should a Water Softener Be Installed?
Once you have purchased a water softener, the next question is where to install it in your home. Water softeners are most often installed near the incoming main water line before your water heater. If your home is newer (built after 2000), there may be a “Loop” in your garage. The Loop is a pre-plumbed […]