Category: Your Home
What’s This Pink Ring in My Toilet Bowl?
Keeping up with chores around the house is a never-ending battle. So when we’re already busy enough, the last thing we want to keep looking at are those pink stains in the toilet.Odds are, the issue is coming from bacteria and mold that keeps building up. This stuff thrives in moist and warm environments, and […]
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 […]
Moving to a House with Well Water? Here’s What to Know
We use water every day. It’s a staple in every home, and it’s vital for our overall health. From staying hydrated to doing the chores, water quality matters. So you’ll probably have a few questions when you’re moving to a house with well water. And even if you’ve been living with well water for quite […]
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 […]
6 Tap Water Smells—and Where They Come From
We love sipping on fragrant hot coffee and tea. But smelly water? No thanks! If your faucet is giving you something “extra” with your water, it’s good to do a little investigating. The most common bad tap water smells each come with their own set of quirks. Once you figure out what’s going on, you’ll […]
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 […]
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 […]
3 Water Solutions That Effectively Remove Chlorine
One of the more common complaints we hear about home water quality is that it smells like chlorine. This is especially true for drinking water. But you might also be noticing that chemical odor with your hot shower water or during your little one’s bath time. And how about the frustrations of dealing with scratchy […]
How to Deal with Black Water Stains
Water is a crucial part of having a clean home. We rely on it as a “master” cleaner to help wash the dishes, do the laundry, and more. So when your water starts to leave black stains, that really sets things back. Your tap water is supposed to be clean and rinse away completely. If […]
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, […]