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A water softener is a device that is used to remove hard minerals, such as calcium and magnesium, from water. It works by using a process called ion exchange, which involves exchanging the hard minerals in the water with soft ions, such as sodium or potassium. To do this, the water is passed through a bed of tiny polymer beads that are charged with sodium ions.
As the water flows through the beads, the hard minerals in the water are attracted to the beads and attach to them, while the sodium ions are released into the water. This process effectively removes the hard minerals from the water, making it softer. The softened water is then collected and can be used for a variety of purposes, such as washing clothes or dishes.
Call Us Now (925) 478-8073Hard water is water that contains high levels of hard minerals, such as calcium and magnesium. These minerals can have a variety of negative effects on both people and household appliances. For example, hard water can cause soap to become less effective, leaving clothes and dishes feeling grimy and coated in a thin film.
It can also cause buildups of mineral deposits in pipes and appliances, such as water heaters and washing machines, which can reduce their efficiency and lifespan. Additionally, hard water can make it difficult to lather and rinse shampoo and soap from hair and skin, leaving people feeling unclean and their hair feeling dry and brittle. Because of these negative effects, many people choose to soften their water in order to make it more effective for cleaning and to protect their pipes and appliances.
Installing a water softener typically involves several steps. First, the water softener unit must be purchased and delivered to the location where it will be installed.
Next, the water supply to the home must be turned off, and the incoming water supply line must be located and accessed. The water softener unit will have two inlet and outlet connections for the water supply, and these must be connected to the incoming water line using flexible plumbing hoses. The unit will also have a drain line, which must be connected to a nearby drain or sewer line.
Once all of the connections are made, the unit can be filled with the appropriate amount of water softener salt, and the power can be turned on. The unit can then be programmed according to the specific needs of the household, and the water supply can be turned back on.
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