Why You Need a Water Softener In Las Vegas
I learned about "Hard Water" in Las Vegas the hard way right after I moved here. First I noticed water stains on my wine glasses after I washed them. My stomach was upset every day. My lips were so dry and started to peal. My face started to break out. AND I LOST ALMOST HALF OF MY HAIR! I was talking to my friend who has lived in Las Vegas longer and she told me how “hard” the water in Las Vegas is and I still didn’t know what that meant because I grew up in Japan and Oregon/Washington. What in the world is hard water!?
Hard water is water that has high mineral content and is formed when water percolates through deposits of limestone, chalk or gypsum which are largely made up of calcium and magnesium carbonates, bicarbonates and sulfates. Despite of my experiences, the World Health Organization says that "there does not appear to be any convincing evidence that water hardness causes adverse health effects in humans". In fact, the United States National Research Council has found that hard water actually serves as a dietary supplement for calcium and magnesium according to Wikipedia.
Hard water interferes with laundering, dishwashing, bathing, and personal grooming. Clothes washed in hard water may feel harsh and scratchy. Dishes and glasses may be spotted when dry. Hard water may cause a film on glass shower doors, shower walls, bathtubs, sinks, faucets, etc. Hair washed in hard water may feel sticky and look dull. Pipes can become clogged and reduce water flow and ultimately requires pipe replacement.
Solution – WATER SOFTENER
Water softener works through a process called ion exchange which eliminates calcium and magnesium from the water. It should solve the issues above and can save you a lot of money.
If you have questions about water softening or buying a water softener, please contact me and I can direct you to the right people.
** Disclaimer – I am not a licensed contractor or a plumber. **
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