There are four reliable ways to test your water hardness, and three of them cost under $20. The most important thing to know before you use any of them: do not let anyone who sells water treatment equipment test your water. This article covers each method, when to use it, and why the dealer demo … Read more
Hard water is water with dissolved calcium and magnesium minerals picked up from rock and soil as it moves underground. It is not contaminated water and it is not a health risk. What most homeowners get wrong is treating the label as the answer when the GPG number is what actually tells you whether you … Read more
Hard water is not a vague complaint or a cosmetic inconvenience. It is a measurable mineral concentration that shortens appliance lifespans, increases energy use, and shows up as physical evidence all over your home. The number that matters is GPG, or grains per gallon, and where your water sits on that scale determines whether you … Read more