A water softener is a whole-house filtration system that removes hard water causing minerals like calcium and magnesium through a process called ion exchange.
Why is hard water bad?
Hard water can:
Cause scale build up in your pipes
Leave stains on your shower heads, faucets, glassware, clothes, and other appliances
Clog pipes which decrease your water pressure
Shorten the lifespan of your appliances making them less efficient
Leave your skin feeling itchy when you shower or bath
Make your hair feel sticky
Benefits of having a water softener system
Lengthens the life of some appliances
Increases the longevity and operational efficiency of the pipes in your home