Serving Chester, Delaware, New Castle, Montgomery & Bucks County
We’re no strangers to hard water. Philadelphia’s water is 100 to 150 parts per million, while the Delaware Valley’s water is 120 to 140 ppm. Hard water can be rough on our plumbing, our appliances, and even our skin.
Whether you have city water or well water, the plumbing experts at Len The Plumber Heating & Air can help you achieve softened water and all the benefits that come with it.
With over 25 years of experience in the industry, we’re here for all your plumbing and water treatment needs.
Contact Len The Plumber Heating & Air today to schedule water softener services.
Signs You Have Hard Water
Hard water has high levels of dissolved mineral content, including calcium and magnesium. Over time, this can lead to limescale buildup that impacts the flow in your pipes.
Signs you have hard water include:
- Strange sounds from your boiler or water heater: When limescale from hard water builds up in your boiler or water heater, you may be able to hear it.
- Dish spots: Significant water spots on your glasses and other dishware means hard water is preventing you from having truly clean dishes.
- Brittle hair and soap scum: Both of these nuisances can be caused by hard water, which interferes with your soap’s ability to lather.
- Scale buildup: White or yellow deposits on your drains and faucets come from the excess minerals in hard water.
- Low water pressure: Several plumbing concerns can cause reduced water pressure. When hard water is the culprit, you need immediate repair.
Why You Should Install a Whole-Home Water Softener
Installing a water softener is a great way to save your home from the harsh impact of hard water. Here are a few of the benefits of installing a water softener with Len The Plumber Heating & Air:
- Longer-lasting pipes: Hard water damage can lead to more frequent repairs and premature repiping. A water softener prevents pipe deterioration.
- Appliance protection: Your dishwasher, water heater, washing machine, and other plumbing appliances are significant investments. Softer water helps them work more effectively.
- Hair and skin benefits: Bathing with hard water can lead to brittle hair and dry skin. Softer water means shiny hair and hydrated skin.
- Better-tasting water: You can taste the difference between mineral-heavy water and fresh, delicious, softened water.
Whole-Home Water Softener Repair
Like your other home systems, your water softener needs specialized care, whether through regular maintenance or fast repairs.
The team at Len The Plumber Heating & Air can easily address common issues, such as:
- Salt bridging
- Resin bed degradation
- Clogged brine line
- Overflowing brine tank
Why Choose Len The Plumber Heating & Air?
Our local team of skilled plumbers arrives at your home equipped with expertise, professionalism, and fully stocked trucks.
As our reviews show, Len The Plumber Heating & Air delivers consistently high-quality services, and we offer robust service guarantees to back our work. Ask about our financing options.
Don’t let hard water compromise your plumbing. Call today to request a water softener installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is considered hard water?
- 0 to 60 parts per million is soft water.
- 61 to 120 ppm is moderately hard water.
- 121 to 180 ppm is hard water.
- Over 180 ppm is very hard water.