Most plumbing repairs are caused by hard water, including 86% of all water heater failures. Dishwashers, washing machines, tubs, showers, sinks, toilets, and pipes are other places where hard water attacks. By addressing the problem of hard water, you can enjoy cleaner dishes, fewer appliance repairs, longer-lasting clothes, stain-free tubs and showers, and increased water efficiency.
San Antonio is home to some of the hardest water in the country. Measured by grains per gallon (gpg), water hardness in the United States ranges from less than 3 to more than 14 gpg. San Antonio water on average has 15 to 20 gpg. According to the Water Quality Association, appliances began to wear out due to hard water beginning at the 7 gpg level.
Living in Boerne has its perks, but our water quality is not usually one of them. If you have lived in the Texas Hill Country for long, you know our water is incredibly hard. This mineral richness comes from water traveling through limestone before reaching your home. While these minerals are safe to drink, they […]
Finding your kitchen sink full of dirty water while the dishwasher is running is a common frustration for Converse homeowners. As someone who runs a service business, I see this all the time. The good news is that it usually does not mean your dishwasher is broken. The problem is almost always in the shared […]
Finding a utility bill that is double its usual amount is a frustrating experience. In Cibolo, water usage is steady. A sudden water bill increase Cibolo homeowners see is a red flag. You are paying for wasted water and potential damage behind your walls. Most of the time, the meter is fine. The problem is […]
