You's be forgiven for thinking that all water that comes from your taps is the same.
In fact there are two distinct types of water, hard & soft.
Soft water is water that has low concentrations of IONS and is low in calcium and magnesium.
Hard water on the other hand is water that has a high mineral content.
Indications of hard water are :
In fact there are two distinct types of water, hard & soft.
Soft water is water that has low concentrations of IONS and is low in calcium and magnesium.
Hard water on the other hand is water that has a high mineral content.
Indications of hard water are :
- Mineral build up around your fixtures
- Soap scum on baths and shower screens
- Spots on dishes after being cleaned
To determine if the water in your area is soft or hard, head to your local council website.
For residents in Cairns the water is soft water and contains normally under 10mgCaCo3/L.
Residents who have bore water will have hard water as the water is from ground resources.
How does hard water affect your household?
Hard water causes mineral build up in your pipes and can result in the following:
The good news is that if you have hard water there are solutions!!
Water conditioning products are available to install to your premises to reduce the hardness of the water and Stainless Steel hot water systems are also an option for your hot water needs.
Are you experiencing issues with hard water and would like to discuss the options available to you? Call one of our friendly Cairns Plumbers on 07 4032 3891 or send us a request through the request booking button below.
For residents in Cairns the water is soft water and contains normally under 10mgCaCo3/L.
Residents who have bore water will have hard water as the water is from ground resources.
How does hard water affect your household?
Hard water causes mineral build up in your pipes and can result in the following:
- Reduced water flow
- Clogs
- Stress on pipe and fixtures
- Appliances can operate less efficiently and wear down quickly
- Repairs
The good news is that if you have hard water there are solutions!!
Water conditioning products are available to install to your premises to reduce the hardness of the water and Stainless Steel hot water systems are also an option for your hot water needs.
Are you experiencing issues with hard water and would like to discuss the options available to you? Call one of our friendly Cairns Plumbers on 07 4032 3891 or send us a request through the request booking button below.
