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Hard Water in Andrews, TX

5 Consequences of Hard Water in Andrews, TX

Andrews, TX, has hard water, meaning that the water contains higher concentrations of minerals such as calcium. These minerals can promote the formation of deposits that affect your plumbing, your health and your home, in several ways.

1. Limescale Buildup and Clogged Plumbing

As the hard water flows through pipes, it leaves behind some of those minerals on the inside surfaces of the pipes. These can build up into layers of limescale, which causes the open passages through pipes to narrow considerably.

Even a partial clog, such as a half-plugged faucet aerator, affects how much water you can get in your home. You may notice lower water pressure as exit points (such as those aerators) gradually close up.

2. Inefficient and Dirty Appliances

If you use that same tap water in a kettle or coffee maker, you’ll see that scale build up inside the appliances. Eventually, the appliances become inefficient as they struggle to use enough water. And while small appliances may be easy to replace, larger ones — like your dishwasher and clothes washer — could mean scheduling repair services.

3. “Hard” Laundry

Speaking of that clothes washer, all those minerals from the hard water will get into your clothing and make it harder for the detergent to do its job. The minerals actually react with the detergent and stick to the fabric.

4. Stains and Spots

Did you know hard water can leave stains on your tub and sink surfaces? The minerals create a brownish, grayish layer that looks a lot like dirt. The result is you have to spend more time scrubbing that layer off to make your sinks and tub look clean.

5. Dry Hair and Skin

Just as hard water can react with laundry detergent, it can also react with shampoo and soap. That same layer of gunk that sticks to your laundry now sticks to your skin and hair, making them feel rough and dry. What’s worse is that the minerals can lead to clogged pores that amplify the unclean feeling.

We can prevent hard water from affecting your home and your family. West Texas Plumbing offers water softener installation, maintenance and repair services, so give us a call today if you’d like to install a water softener in your home.

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