Common Hard Water Issues For Plumbing

Mysterious plumbing issues, scale build-up, and stained clothes, alongside cloudy glass. These are just some of the many issues that occur when you have hard water. Luckily, there are many ways to get rid of these issues and make your home more livable again.

It can be a common problem in many homes and businesses. If you’ve noticed these issues in your home or business, then you may have hard water problems. If you suspect that you have hard water issues, beneath are some of the most common signs.

Odd Taste or Scent to Water

The first sign of hard water is that it has an odd taste or smell. This can be due to the presence of minerals in your water, such as iron or manganese. These minerals have a distinct smell and taste that you may notice when taking a drink of water. Another, being the ‘rotten eggs’ scent, can be the sulfur. More uncommon, but can be present in many parts of the country.

The water may also have a metallic taste and smell, which is due to the presence of copper or iron. If you have this issue, you may notice that your plumbing fixtures seem to be rusting more quickly than they should be. This can also cause problems with your dishwasher, as it will leave streaks on dishes after washing them or cause food particles to clump together.

Difficult Bathing

The presence of minerals in your supply can make it more difficult to bathe due to the effects it has on your shampoos and conditioners. The minerals can also build up on your skin, causing it to become dry and irritated. If you notice that your skin is more sensitive than usual, this could be a sign that the mineral content in your water supply is too high.

Soap Scum Issues in Dishes

The minerals in your water can build up on dishes, sinks, and baths causing soap scum to form. This makes it difficult to clean your dishes effectively, which can lead to food debris being left behind after washing with soap alone. If you notice that this is happening in your home, consider using a dishwasher detergent that contains enzymes or a mildewcide to help remove the mineral buildup. Or, alternatively, seek out an expert team to install a better water purification system to help filter out many of those additives.

Clothing Quality Decrease with Hard Water

If your clothes are not lasting as long as they used to, this could be a sign that you have this isssue. This is because the minerals in your water can cause build-up on clothes and fabrics over time, which reduces their quality. If you notice that your clothes are wearing out quickly or don’t seem to be holding up well after washing them, consider switching to an all-natural detergent or laundry additive that helps remove minerals from your clothing.

Finally, contact an expert team like ours at Conyers Plumbing to detect the exact minerals in your water supply, and we can ensure that the above issues are ones of the past.