Water Softener
Water softeners are becoming more and more popular as they are a way of providing healthier water to homes while also making homes and businesses more energy efficient. Water softening works by softening what is referred to as ‘hard’ water. Hard water is the term used to define water that has high levels of magnesium and calcium. Too much hard water in your pipes can cause them to clog. It is also difficult for hard water to break down dish soap and detergent.
A solution to an overabundance of hard water is to add a water softener to your home or business. This will remove the ions which are responsible for creating hard water.
The Benefits of Using Water Softeners
There are quite a few benefits that come with the addition of a water softener to your home or business and here is a look at a few of the ways this can work for you:
Better Energy Efficiency – A lot of boilers depend on the flow of water. When hard water is flowing through that system, it can lead to a buildup of lime scale. Those deposits can clog pipes and even if water can still flow through those pipes, it has to work a lot more to do so. That raises the cost of heating water by as much as 20%.
Improved appliance performance – Too much lime scale can also do damage to household appliances, such as washing machines. The machines will have to work harder and that could take years off their usage. Converting to soft water will increase the lifespan of your appliances.
The Installation Process
A water softener is connected right to your home’s water supply. It functions by collecting minerals in its tank and later removes them with a simple flushing. There is an ion exchanger within these water softeners and its purpose is to exchange ions like magnesium and calcium in favor of healthier ones like potassium. Water softeners have different functionality when it comes to operating status as they can be automatic or manual.
Water softeners are also long lasting and do not have to be changed out regularly. Once it is installed, you can sit back and enjoy soft water for years to come. The maintenance of some water softeners require the occasional addition of salt. A technician at Brown Well & Water Supply will advise you on the proper way to maintain the water softener for your home or business.
CSI Products
CSI water softeners can resolve common issues caused by hard water, like spots on fixtures and dishes, unpleasant odors or clogged drains. Hard water is the result of a combination of dissolved calcium and magnesium. These minerals cause soap scum and water spots on water fixtures, and can greatly shorten the lifespan of common appliances.
Hard water frequently necessitates 20-30% more energy to heat water, and 3-4 times more soap and detergent for cleaning and laundry. Review our comprehensive line of CSI Water water softeners below, or talk to us today if you’d like assistance selecting a solution.
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The CSI City Water Softener
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Features
Reduces hardness (Calcium & Magnesium)
Reduces Chlorine and Chloramine taste and odor
Signature Series 2™ timeclok or meter initiated controls
Legacy View Bluetooth enabled control valve for advanced diagnostics and simplified setup
Features Enpress® Vortech™ mid-plate technology
Adjustable cycle times
Calendar Day Override (metered versions only)
3/4″ FNPT stainless steel bypass
1″ FNPT stainless steel bypass (optional)
High Flow 1′ distributor tube
High capacity cation exchange resin
High Flow brine safety float assembly, overflow fitting, grid plate and brine well
Simple 9 volt battery back-up keeps electronic meter active and will motor control valve to shut off position if in regeneration during power failure
Water Softener FAQs
Absolutely! Hard water contains high levels of calcium and magnesium which interact with soap and cleansers, forming a film on surfaces known as soap scum.
Did you know hard water can also react with your cleanser to form a sort of “soap scum” and can clog pores leading to breakouts and irritation? A water softener filtration system removes these harsh minerals creating softer cleaner water for all of your beauty needs.
The minerals found in hard water form insoluble salts that stick to fabric fibers causing stiffness and discoloration. Over time, this buildup of minerals can weaken fabric fibers leading to wear and tear. A water-softening system can keep your clothes looking fresh and new.