Water softeners are typically recommended if you have hard water in your home or office, but there are other benefits that make water softeners attractive: they get silverware, glassware and tiles cleaner and shinier; they reduce soap film making cleaning easier and they make skin and hair softer and smoother. Water softeners come in a variety of sizes so choose the one that fits your home of business. Stock up on salts in pellets or cubes, plus a water test kit or Water Treatment Chemicals and Analysis Kits to keep the pH in your water balanced.
Frequently Asked Questions
A water softener is a device that removes dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium, from hard water.
Water softeners use an ion exchange process, where dissolved minerals are exchanged for sodium or potassium ions, resulting in softened water.
Softened water helps extend the lifespan of appliances like water heaters and dishwashers, reduces scale buildup in pipes, makes laundry feel softer and brighter, and improves the taste and appearance of water.
The size of the water softener required depends on the hardness of your water and the water usage for your household. A professional plumber can assist in determining the appropriate size for your needs.
