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Hard Water vs Soft Water Effects on Home and Health

Aquamaster Water Treatment Ltd highlights hard water's damaging effects on appliances and plumbing versus soft water's benefits, offering expert water softener solutions backed by 49 years of technical experience.

-- The impact of hard water versus soft water significantly affects both homes and health. Hard water's high calcium and magnesium content forms limescale that damages pipes, fixtures, and appliances. This mineral buildup decreases efficiency, increases energy use, and shortens the functional life of household equipment.

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Kettles, coffee makers, dishwashers, washing machines, and water heaters suffer most from hard water exposure. Limescale acts as an insulator, forcing appliances to consume more energy while reducing their operational lifespan. Studies indicate water heaters may last only half as long when operating with hard water compared to soft water alternatives.

Hard water also diminishes soap performance, leaving residue and necessitating additional cleaning products. Clothes washed in hard water often emerge stiff and faded due to mineral deposits, while bathroom fixtures develop stubborn stains that resist regular cleaning efforts.

Despite these household drawbacks, hard water provides certain health advantages. Its calcium and magnesium content may benefit cardiovascular function, with research indicating possible reductions in heart disease risk. Epidemiological studies have found associations between higher magnesium levels in drinking water and lower cardiovascular disease rates. However, the same minerals can dry skin and aggravate conditions such as eczema.

Soft water contains minimal minerals, preventing scale formation and preserving appliance functionality. It improves cleaning results with less soap, maintains softer fabrics, and keeps fixtures spotless. Plumbing systems and appliances require less maintenance and descaling when supplied with soft water. The primary consideration with softened water is its sodium content, which replaces the removed calcium and magnesium—a factor for individuals monitoring sodium intake.

Aquamaster Water Treatment Ltd, operating since 1975 under the direction of Chris Camp, addresses these water quality challenges. The company's technical knowledge spans nearly five decades, supporting its comprehensive water softener installation and maintenance services. Their expertise extends to most softener brands, demineralisation systems, and Siata control components.

Based in Wimblington near March, Cambridgeshire, Aquamaster serves customers throughout East Anglia, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, and Essex. The company provides a complete solution for water treatment needs, including servicing and troubleshooting for various water softener models and specialised maintenance for demineralisation ultrapure water treatment plants.

To learn more about Aquamaster Water Treatment Ltd and their services, visit https://www.aquamasterwater.co.uk/

Contact Info:
Name: Chris Camp
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Organization: Aquamaster Water Treatment Ltd
Address: 8 The Paddocks Wimblington, March, Cambridgeshire PE15 0RX, United Kingdom
Phone: +44-1354-740896
Website: https://www.aquamasterwater.co.uk

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