Benefits of a Water Softener
Water changes in every environment, and when it comes into contact with people and certain environments, it can become contaminated or hard. Minerals such as calcium and magnesium start to build-up which creates hard water.
Effects of Hard Water
Although hard water isn’t harmful to your health, living with hard water can be costly. About 85% of homes in the U.S. reside in hard water areas. There are some signs that show damage from hard water.
- Rusty showers, bathtubs, sinks, and toilets
- Dishes and silverware with water spots
- A build-up of lime on plumbing and shower head fixtures
- Dry hair and skin
Benefits of a Water Softener
Attaching a salt-based water softener to the water supply in your home will break down the calcium and magnesium ions and creating softer water. Although a water softener treats hard water by removing those ions, it doesn’t remove contaminants like bacteria or heavy metals such as lead. There are many benefits of having a water softener.
- Less usage of other cleaning products
- The longevity of water-using appliances
- Cleaner hair and softer skin
- No water stains on dry dishes
- Cleaning habits become easier
- Softer and brighter clothing
Pricing of a Water Softener
A water softener can cost between $500 to $2500 depending on a variety of factors such as the size of your home, installation, additional features, and periodic servicing. The price of the salt needed to add to the water softener will be an expense as well. This varies between different homes and how much water is used. Call your local water softener installer and make sure this option works best for you.
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