Category: Soft Water
Will Soft Water Kill My Plants?
Every plant needs clean water, good soil, and a little sunshine to grow. And sure, a green thumb can go a long way, but without the essentials, your plants won’t stand a chance. So first things first, make sure you’ve got the right type of water!Soft Water, Saltwater, and RainwaterWhether we’re caring for houseplants or […]
Why Your Water Pressure Is Low
If you have been experiencing low water pressure lately, don’t worry – you’re not alone. This is a common problem that many homeowners face, especially if you’re relying on a well or other hard water resources. So, let’s take a look at some common issues people have and why they call Indy Soft Water for […]
5 Types of Water and How They Differ
Have you ever wondered about different types of water and how they compare and contrast with one another? For instance, how is distilled water different from drinking water (or is it?)? Some differences are more evident than others, but they can still be confusing. For this reason, Indy Soft Water – Carmel reviews five types […]
Why Hard Water in Winter Is the Worst
There is no denying that winter can be brutal. Winter months cause your skin to become dry, itchy, and flaky. You try to moisturize and warm up with a hot shower or relaxing bath, but does it help? Depending on your water situation, it may do more harm than good. In this post, Indy Soft […]
What to Do About Hard Water Buildup in Hair
Do you wash your hair endlessly only to find that you can’t remove hard water hair buildup? It often impacts the texture, weight, and overall manageability of your hair. Even worse, it doesn’t seem to get any better with clarifying shampoos and treatments. If this sounds familiar, you may have a hard water issue. Don’t […]
Should You Purchase a Water Softener or Rent from Indy Soft Water?
Hard water leaves residue on sinks, tubs, and showers. It’s also hard on appliances, dishes, hair, and skin. You may understand the benefits a water softener provides, but wrestle with whether it makes sense to purchase a water softener or rent one. At Indy Soft Water, we help our customers navigate this and other questions. […]
Do You Still Need Fabric Softener If You Have Soft Water?
How you do your laundry can have a significant impact the items in your wardrobe. Softer clothes are usually comfier clothes! But if you’ve been relying on fabric softener for years, you might want to rethink your system. You can actually get benefits all around your home just by enhancing your water quality.Switching Your Laundry […]
Comparing Water Softening and Water Filtration
What is the difference between water softening and water filtration? Does a water softener also filter? If not, do I need both? These are some of the questions our Carmel customers ask us at Indy Soft Water, when they begin to research water softening and filtration systems for their homes. When you understand the differences […]
Water Softener Troubleshooting—Check This First!
When you’ve been living with soft water for a while, you’ll probably notice pretty quickly whether something is changing with your water quality. You might start seeing water spots when you take your clean dishes out of the dishwasher. Or your hair and skin might seem more dry or rough after taking a shower. Regular […]
What’s the Right Amount of Salt for Water Softeners?
As with so many things in life, there’s a sort of Goldilocks situation for figuring out your water softener salt usage. You don’t want to use too little, because then your unit can’t work properly. But you also shouldn’t have to deal with a system that’s always running low on salt, because that probably means […]