Water described as "hard" means it is high in dissolved minerals, specifically calcium and magnesium and is typical of the Cotswold and North Wiltshire area. Hard water is not a health risk, but a nuisance because of its tendency to cause mineral buildup in water pipes and heating systems, and its poor soap and/or detergent performance when compared with soft water.

When you consider that ¼ inch of limescale in your water heating element will cause you to use 40% more energy to heat up water, limescale can have a significant impact in your wallet as well as environmental consequences. Other appliances also suffer such as washing machines, fridges, freezers and dishwashers.

There are different solutions to different problems but there’s only one perfect answer to all your hard water issues. That would be installing a water softener in your home. Water softeners remove things like calcium, magnesium and iron from your water as it comes in from the source. It’s an investment that could save you headaches as well as money.

There are also other types of water conditioning products, like a reverse osmosis system, which can help eliminate potentially harmful contaminants.

If you would like to read more about Water Softeners and Treatment, check out our NEW website! We hold a variety of products in stock at our Tetbury office and are happy to offer free advice.