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  • Maureen Beard
  • June 28, 2024
  • 5 min read
Hard Water Problems: 6 Signs You Have Hard Water
What are hard water problems, and how can homeowners proactively address and prevent them? Learn about six common hard water issues.
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  • June 28, 2024
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Most Common Types of Water Treatment
There are many types of water treatment systems, and it’s important to make sure you are selecting one that is right for your home.
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  • Haven Hodges
  • June 28, 2024
  • 5 min read
Fact Check: 5 Common Water Softener Misconceptions 
Eliminate hard water for good! Check out our guide to the top 5 most common water softener misconceptions.
Hard Water 101
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Frequently Asked Questions

Simply put, hard water has high levels of minerals like calcium and magnesium. These minerals aren’t inherently dangerous, but they can create scale, or buildup in your pipes and appliances, which reduces their lifespan and leads to costly repair and replacement.

Hard water is a common issue for homeowners, and sometimes gets overlooked . You may see hard water residue or spots on dishes and glassware, soap scum buildup in your shower, or, yellowed, dingy whites coming out of the wash.

In some instances, certain contaminants in water may lead to health issues. Most of the time, hard water does not pose a threat to health. But it can make things like eczema and acne worse. Hard water mineral buildup can lead to coarse hair, hair breakage and even hair loss.

Bottled water is naturally soft… but has a unique pollutant that you won’t find in tap water: microplastics, which have been identified as a possible health hazard.

We can tell you! Leaf Home Water Solutions provides a comprehensive test of your home’s water during our free, no-obligation consultation. A water expert from our team will scientifically sample and assess your water and will tell you exactly what’s in it. They will then present a customized solution for you to address all the specific needs for your family’s water.

Water filtration systems can remove a wide range of contaminants, including chlorine, lead, mercury, pesticides, bacteria, viruses, and other harmful substances. The specific contaminants removed depend on the type of filtration technology used in the system. After our free, no-obligation water test, our water expert will work with you to design a custom solution that fits your needs and your budget.

Yes, a water filtration system can significantly improve the taste and odor of your water by removing chlorine and other unpleasant substances. This results in cleaner, better-tasting water throughout your home.

To determine if you need a well-water filtration system, we recommend you start by testing your water for contaminants such as bacteria, heavy metals, and pesticides. There are also several indicators of an issue with your water quality such as bad taste, odor, unwanted color, cloudiness, and staining or buildup on fixtures. Some contaminants may also cause health problems.

Due to the lack of regulations for private well water, there may be contaminants in your water that you can’t see, smell, or taste. Consider local environmental factors such as proximity to farms and industrial areas and check the condition of your well.

We recommend having one of our water experts come out and test your water during our free, no-obligation consultation to tell you exactly what your home may need, and work with you to create a custom solution to help make your water safer.