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Hard Water 101

If you live in the Twin Cities – St. Paul area you’re no stranger to hard water. Notice that your skin has been extra dry lately? Finding that your clothes aren’t as white as they used to be? These are indications that you could have a serious hard water problem. Find out what hard water is and how it can wreak havoc on your home below:

Hard Water 101

What is hard water? The term refers to water containing high amounts of dissolved minerals. It picks up mineral deposits as it travels through rock and soil before it enters your home. Hard water isn’t always easy to recognize so here are a few things to look out for:

  • Soap and sediment rings

  • White deposits in pipes and on plumbing fixtures

  • Scaly deposits in the bathroom and laundry room

  • Dry skin and hair

Why Is Hard Water Bad?
Having hard water in your home isn’t the end of the world, but it’s definitely something you’ll want to get rid of as soon as possible. It can complicate household chores by reducing the effectiveness of soaps and detergents, it can cause your water heater to work much harder than it needs to and it can break down mechanical parts of dishwashers and washing machines over time.

So, how can you solve this “hard water” problem? Let the experts at Uptown Plumbing lend a hand. We’re the hard water experts in the Twin Cities offering a variety of water softening systems. Give us a call today at (612) 324-1004 and don’t forget to connect with us on Facebook!

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