What Are Water Softeners? Calcium and magnesium are classified as "hard minerals." When a water supply contains high concentrations of these minerals, they crystallize and bind to surfaces. Over time, this creates structural problems as scale builds up inside your home’s plumbing, tankless water heaters, and appliances. Hard water also takes a toll on your hair and skin. During a shower, hard minerals chemically bond with soaps and shampoos to create a sticky "soap scum" film that is incredibly difficult to rinse away, leaving skin dry, irritated, and hair brittle. The Comparison: Water Softener vs. Water Filter A common misconception is that a premium water filter will automatically soften water. A water filter does not soften water. Filters remove specific contaminants and chemicals, whereas a softener changes the mineral structure of the water to eliminate hardness. They are two entirely separate treatment methods. If your water requires both treatments, the water must always pass through the water softener first. Softening the water before it reaches your filtration system prevents hard minerals from fouling the delicate reverse osmosis membrane, drastically extending the lifespan of your filters. How to Diagnose Your Home's Water Needs Because water chemistry varies significantly from town to town and well to well, the right treatment strategy depends entirely on your specific water profile. Get a Free Professional Water Analysis Take the guesswork out of your home infrastructure. Wellness Water Filtration Systems of Worcester provides comprehensive, on-site water testing performed by a specialist certified by the Water Quality Association (WQA). We will precisely measure your hardness grains, chlorine levels, and total dissolved solids to help you build the perfect system for your home.
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