Category: Soft Water
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 […]
The Soft Water Difference for Well-Nourished Hair
It’s time to rethink your routine for keeping your hair clean, strong, and smooth. And that secret solution won’t necessarily come from a bottle. How you wash your hair actually starts right when it gets wet. If you’re using hard water for your hair instead of soft water, then your hair products will definitely be […]
How Does a Water Softener Rental Work?
You’ve been thinking about making the switch to soft water, but something is still holding you back. The timing isn’t quite right for making a new investment. Or maybe you’re planning to move in a year or two. Then again, you might still be wondering whether soft water is really all that better than regular […]
Carmel Water Quality and Filtration Solutions
All across the country, when you go to different cities, there are different things to see. Every area has its own unique characteristics. You’ll even notice differences with the water. From the water in your morning shower to the ice in your drink, water quality changes depending on the area’s water treatment process and other […]
7 Reasons Why Homes Run Better with Soft Water
Yes, all water is made up of hydrogen and oxygen. But oftentimes, your tap water will also come with some extra “ingredients.” The most common ones are the hard water minerals calcium and magnesium. You’re probably getting a good dose of chlorine in your water too. If you want to get back to basics—that is, […]
Common Misconceptions Between Hard and Soft Water
With all the contradicting information at our fingertips, it’s easy to get lost in the endless stream of contradicting information. We’re going to set the record straight today and help you get the facts on hard and soft water! Myth: Rainwater must be hard, because it’s untreated. Truth: Rainwater, as it falls, is naturally soft! […]
Water Softener Maintenance Tips and Tricks
In the world of appliances, water softeners are wonderfully low-key. When it comes to maintaining appliances throughout your house, it can be a lot to stay on top of. Although low-maintenance, there are a few easy ways you can make them work more efficiently and last longer. By following these simple tips and tricks, you […]