A Water softener is used to reduce the concentration of metals in hard water to make it soft and clean thus preventing building up of scale which ultimately restrict flow of water in pipes. Water softener and conditioner makes hard water good to use.

Calcium, magnesium, manganese and ferrous ions are the metals which cause hardness of water. Some undesired effects are common by using hard water. They react with detergents thereby preventing lather formation and results in precipitation thus preventing normal cleaning effect of soaps. These metal ions tend to deposit on the surface of pipes resulting build-up of scales which ultimately reduces the water flow and efficiency of pipes. In addition to that, hard water is also the major cause of galvanic erosion which means that one metal will preferentially erode in the presence of another one.

We at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of San Antonio offers professional installation of water softener and conditioners.

Water Softener and Conditioner
Water softener is used to remove or reduce the metal ions in hard water, while conditioner is used to condition the hard water so that calcium and magnesium will not form scales while they are not completely removed.

There are various myths and misconceptions related to the use of water softener and conditioner while the actual facts are quite different.

Myth : Soft Water is Unsafe to Drink

Fact

It is said that soft water is not safe to drink as it contains too much sodium while the fact is that there is very little concentration of sodium in soft water. By comparison it is observed that a quart of water from a good working water softener contains around 75 to 100mg of sodium while a slice of white bread contains 120mg of sodium. This trace amount of sodium is not a matter of concern however if it is, it can be replaced by potassium.

Myth: Soft Water does not rinse the Soap off

Fact

With soft water it is possible to clean your skin and hair very thoroughly and allowing natural softening while with hard water skin pore clog with soap and residues, leaving skin dry and hair dull.

Myth: Water Softener are too expensive to operate

Fact

Water softener is the only way that reduces the monthly expenses. By using water softener water heating bills can be reduced up to 29 % as well as it also reduced laundry cost as by using soft water, less amount of detergent (50 to 75%) is required for washing proposes.

By analyzing myths and facts regarding water softener, it is clear that installation of water softener is not only a source of comfort and satisfaction but it can also save money as well.

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, San Antonio provides you the best and experienced plumbers which can give you a better idea about water softener and conditioner.

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