Water is a necessary resource that many of us take for granted; after all, water is all around us and seemingly available whenever we need it. If we want a hot shower, we wait a few seconds for the hot water heater to distribute water at the temperature we like, and then we take the shower. If we want a refreshing glass of water to enjoy with dinner, we activate the tap or pour from a pre-filtered canister. Water is easy to view as a plentiful, abundant substance that we really don’t have to think much about. But there are good reasons to take a closer look at your water to better understand how conditioning it could improve your home, your health and your overall lifestyle. Here are four reasons why water conditioning is a sound investment for the typical water consumer:

Reason 1: Conditioning your water removes unwanted minerals that get in the way of everything from cleaning to cooking. Ever used regular, unconditioned tap water to clean glass or high-gloss finishes? Notice those white, powdery residue marks that are left behind when the water dries? Those are mineral deposits, and they can be a nuisance. Water conditioning solves this problem.

Reason 2: Conditioned water is easier to process by modern appliances. Think about sending water through the hoses and pipes that are connected to your refrigerator and washing machines. These devices are constantly having to deal with the mineral content of unconditioned water, leading to premature mechanical failure and costly repairs in some cases. Using conditioned water helps to offset these risks.

Reason 3: Conditioned water is easier to heat and distribute, resulting in lower energy costs. This is good for everyone, including the environment! When you condition your water, your water heater suddenly becomes more efficient. This increase in efficiency is noticeable on day one, and does not diminish with time.

Reason 4: Less detergents and other cleaning agents are needed to complete the same cleaning task. The reason for this is that minerals in unconditioned water make it difficult for detergents to lather and do their job chemically. By reducing the amount of minerals, cleaning becomes easier and less expensive.

To be clear, this is not a be-all, end-all list of reasons to consider water treatment. As you can see, there are many good arguments for why water conditioning should be implemented in your home. If you’re curious about a quote for your own water conditioning system, contact the professionals at the LeverEdge and get started today.