Like many Americans, homeowners in Washington, PA, and surrounding communities are no strangers to hard water. The degree of hardness may vary from water source to water source, but the negative effects are undeniable. Beyond the unpalatable taste and offensive odor, hard water can also create serious issues for your plumbing system.
Pipe-Clogging Mineral Deposits
Does it seem like your plumbing system isn’t quite flowing the way it should? Do you regularly have to schedule professional drain cleanings? If so, you could be experiencing the effects of hard water. Minerals dissolved in your water supply are easily deposited inside your home’s plumbing system, creating blockages and restricting water flow. This often leads to frequent drain obstructions, changes in water pressure and even damage to your pipes.
Plumbing Fixture Damage
In addition to wreaking havoc inside your pipes, hard water can also cause significant damage to your plumbing fixtures. Mineral deposits can easily damage the rubber washers and seals that prevent your fixtures from leaking. They can also cause internal obstructions that stop your fixtures from working properly. Additionally, plated fixtures may become unsightly and discolored, ruining the aesthetic of your kitchen or bathroom.
More Frequent Appliance Failures
As you might imagine, hard water flowing through the delicate internals of your appliances is bad news. The small pipes, tubes, valves, and seals found in appliances like dishwashers and washing machines are highly vulnerable to damage. Without water treatment, you’re likely to notice more frequent malfunctions and failures. Water heaters are especially adversely affected, with hard water often cutting a system’s lifespan in half. Heavy deposits also reduce the capacity of storage tank water heaters, leaving you with less usable hot water in your home.
It’s never too late to start addressing your Washington home’s hard water issues. To enjoy soft, high-quality water straight from the tap, call Bruno Plumbing & Heating for affordable and effective water conditioning solutions.
