Common Triangle Water Problem
Hard Water In Raleigh, NC.
Most of Raleigh runs moderately hard. You'll see scale on glassware, soap that won't lather, and water heaters that wear out years early. The fix is straightforward — but only after we know your actual numbers.
How You'll Know
The signs to look for.
White scale on faucets, shower heads, and glass shower doors
Spots and film on dishes after the dishwasher cycle
Soap and shampoo that won't lather, dry skin and dull hair
Stiff, faded laundry — especially dark fabrics
Water heater inefficiency, scale on the heating element
Reduced flow at fixtures over time as scale builds in lines
What It Is
The cause, in plain English.
Hardness is dissolved calcium and magnesium picked up from the rock and soil that the water passes through. The Raleigh-area treated supply runs in the moderately-hard range, and many private wells in Wake, Chatham, and Harnett go higher. It's safe to drink — city treatment makes sure of that. But the scale it leaves behind is rough on your fixtures, your appliances, and your skin.
What We Install For It
The right system for the right problem.
The only system that actually removes hardness is a whole-home ion-exchange water softener. We size it to your household, your water usage, and your hardness number — not a one-size-fits-most box. Most Raleigh installs pair the softener with a carbon filtration tank to address chloramines from the city supply at the same time.
See Water Softener ServiceFrequently Asked
Common questions, honest answers.
Find Out What's In Your Water.
Free in-home water test. We'll show you exactly what's in your water and what — if anything — to do about it.