Can Hard Water Really Cause An Explosion?
It’s rare, but hard water can cause water heaters to explode. Residents in New Jersey are at more significant risk due to the 142 PPM water hardness. So, how do water heater explosions occur? Water heaters burst due to an intense build-up of pressure. When calcium insulates the heating coil, tension builds. If you don’t flush the sediments, the pressure could escape in an explosion. It helps to clear away the calcium sediments whenever your heater starts making popping sounds. You can always call your favorite New Jersey plumber to flush water heaters. However, the lasting solution includes installing a water softener. This prevents sediments from accumulating in your boiler.
What Are The Signs of a Hard Water Supply?
Hard water contains high levels of minerals that cause rusting in your pipes and plumbing appliances. Hard water could block pipes as calcium sediments build up on the inner surfaces. You can tell your water supply is hard when:
- The water tastes salty.
- You observe white mineral spots.
- Soap doesn’t lather in the water.
- Clothes harden after washing.
- Washing dries your skin and hair.
- The test confirms it.
- Your water heater loses efficiency.
The calcium in hard water lines the heating coil in your boiler and keeps the water from heating. The calcium layer also traps air. Popping sounds occur as the trapped air tries to escape when the heater works.
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Top 6 Benefits Of Water Softener Installation
Water softeners remove hard minerals and make your water user-friendly. Make sure your entire supply goes through the water softener. You don’t want the hard water flowing into your pipes and appliances. Water softener installation may also reduce household costs in the following ways:
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SHOULD THERE BE WATER IN YOUR BRINE TANK? There’s a reason why SJ Heating & Cooling Repair doesn’t recommend DIY soft water installations. Most DIY installations fill the brine tank with excess water. Never fill your brine tank with water. You must contact us whenever the brine tank water level exceeds the indicated brine line. Your water softener loses effectiveness when there’s more water than the marked level. Always check the brine tank as you continue using your installation.
Soaps and detergents don’t quickly lather in hard water. Most of your soap gets wasted by forming soap scum. Softening the water will reduce waste. Your clothes will also feel softer and last longer.
Removing minerals in hard water reduces rusting in your faucets and metallic pipes.
Softening your water supply means your skin and hair will become more moisturized. You won’t need to spend extra on beauty products. Additionally, your self-esteem will improve.
Calcium build-up inside your boiler adversely affects its lifespan. Soft water installation reduces the rate of mineral sediments building in your water heater. Besides having a longer lifespan, your heater will work with increased energy efficiency.
Best Plumber New Jersey: How Much Do Water Softener Installations Cost?
Every household presents different complexities during installation. Water softeners serve entire families, so we always install them at the main water inlet. Your house could need a small, medium, or large brine tank for the water softener. It depends on:
- The size of your house
- The installation of the main water inlet
- How much water your household consumes
Thus, water softener installation costs differ among households. Homeowners can always call for a free estimate. You can also contact us online via our website. Water softeners will start working immediately after installation is complete. Our plumbers always bring a test kit to ensure your house can access soft water. We can even taste it to make sure you should be buying drinking water for your household.
All of New Jersey has the most challenging water. At 142 Ppm, Its Water Has A Destructive Amount Of Calcium And Magnesium. Homeowners In This City See The Importance Of Quality Water Softener Installation.
Hard water may not be a health risk, but it could lead to the discoloration of teeth. While you can use hard water to prevent teeth discoloration with proper dental care, hard water also has other effects that could harm your welfare and finances.
If you’re not careful, hard water can cause your water heater to explode, so it’s best to err on the side of caution. If you are a new homeowner, you can avoid massive losses by installing a water softener. SJ Heating & Cooling Repair offers installations that fit your household needs.
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