{"id":1501,"date":"2024-06-24T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-24T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ace-plumbing.ca\/blog\/?p=1501"},"modified":"2024-07-16T15:00:50","modified_gmt":"2024-07-16T19:00:50","slug":"benefits-of-having-your-homes-water-source-tested","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ace-plumbing.ca\/blog\/water-softeners\/benefits-of-having-your-homes-water-source-tested\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Having Your Home’s Water Source Tested"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You may not give your tap water much thought. However, we encourage you to consider that the water source leading into your home may not be the highest quality. It\u2019s very likely that there are things like minerals and contaminants in your water that pose risks to your home\u2019s plumbing system and even your health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are interested in water testing in Okotoks<\/a>, give our team a call to schedule your appointment. We can test your water and return a report that explains the minerals and contaminants present in your water. You can also keep reading to learn more about some of the particles that may be in your water and what risks they pose for your home and family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Risks of Water Contaminants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Okotoks gets its water from natural areas that are higher in certain minerals compared to other water sources. It\u2019s possible that you don\u2019t even see these minerals in your water when you turn the tap on to fill up a glass. Minerals like calcium and magnesium may be small, but they are mighty when you consider the potential effects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These minerals are very abrasive and can easily damage your home’s pipes and the associated fixtures. Damage can also impact water appliances like your clothing washer, dishwasher, fridge, and hot water heater. What happens is these abrasive minerals wear down the inside of pipes to create corrosion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This can lead to rust or negatively impact water flow to and from your home. As pipes, fixtures, and appliances wear down, you may have to make repairs or even replacements sooner than you expect to. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And this is just talking about the minerals from hard water. We haven\u2019t even touched on the potential contaminants like chemicals. The minerals from hard water don\u2019t necessarily pose any health risks, but other contaminants can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Potential Solutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first step to identifying a solution for improving your home\u2019s water quality is to determine what types of contaminants are in your water to begin with. Once we test your tap water and secure a report of findings, we can review your options with you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind that there are many contaminants found in water that are perfectly safe as long as the levels are low enough. These potentially harmful particles may be so minuscule that they do not pose a risk to your family. If this is the case, you may want to go with a water softener.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Investing in a water softener means that you have a system designed to remove minerals like calcium and magnesium that are abrasive. Smaller particles may still be able to get through the water softener and into your tap water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If there are contaminants that concern you, a different water treatment system may be a better solution. Many purifiers can remove both abrasive minerals and other contaminants like chemicals that may be found in water. It all comes down to your budget and water treatment expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Ace Plumbing and Heating today to schedule an appointment<\/a> for your plumbing and HVAC needs. Happy Today or You Don’t Pay!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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