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What's the difference between hard and soft water?

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Plainly put, a high content of minerals dissolved in water (usually calcium and magnesium) causes hard water, which can result in wide-ranging and costly problems. Soft water contains low levels of these minerals and can be "softened" by sodium.

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Homeowners often don't realize the long-term problems caused by poor water quality and we can assist in discovering what best suites your home's needs.  We install both residential and commercial water softeners and filtration systems.​​​

Water Filtration Unit, Commercial Filter

Water Filtration Services In Hickory and Surrounding Areas

Poor water quality affects your home more than most homeowners realize — from appliance wear and pipe damage to skin irritation and questionable drinking water.

 

At 3rd Rock Plumbing, we help Hickory-area homeowners identify what's actually in their water and install the right filtration solution to protect their home, their health, and their budget. We install both residential and commercial water softeners and filtration systems.

1    |    Common Water Quality Issues​​​

Hard Water Issues - White chalky buildup can occur on fixtures, faucets and in appliances, and can lead to reduced water pressure due to scale buildup in pipes and aerators. It can also cause spots on clean dishes, dry skin and dull hair. You may have frequent problems with your washing machine, dishwasher, coffee maker and water heater.​

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Odors & Discoloration in your water - Unpleasant tastes or strong smell in drinking or bath water could point to a number of issues, like metals in your water, or possibly even algae or mold. Cloudy or brown water could be due to sediment from pipe corrosion or issues from well or city supply.

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Rust and/or Staining - Noticing brown or tan marks in sinks, toilets, tubs or discolorations in laundrered clothes, can all indicate high iron or other minerals in your water lines.

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Recurring Plumbing or Appliance Issues - Frequent clogs, pipe or fixture corrosion may also indicate mineral build up from hard water in your lines and appliances like your washing machine.

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Most importantly, all these lead to health concerns -

Especially for older homes with aging plumbing or connected to older city or well systems.

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Not sure if any of these sound familiar? We offer water testing and a free consultation to help you understand exactly what you're dealing with.

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2    |    Water Filtration Solutions​​

With 17+ years of experience serving Hickory and surrounding communities, our team at 3rd Rock Plumbing takes the guesswork out of water filtration. We assess your home's specific water quality, walk you through your options, and handle the full installation — from whole-house filtration systems to targeted point-of-use filters.


The right system pays for itself:

  • Less soap and detergent needed

  • Longer appliance lifespan

  • Fewer plumbing repairs

  • Clean, safe drinking water straight from the tap

3    |    Water Softeners​​

For homes with hard water, a softener is one of the most cost-effective upgrades you can make. We install both salt-based and salt-free systems — low-maintenance units that use ion exchange to strip calcium and magnesium from your water before it reaches your fixtures and appliances.


Ready to stop fighting hard water?

Give us a call or request service online — we'll recommend the right system for your home.

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