Effects of Hard Water on Your Appliances | News and Events for Pipe Works Services, Inc.

Cleaning and personal care (50% reduction in purchases of soap, lotion, detergent, etc.) $450 saved with soft water

Washable items (clothes, towels, linens): $200 saved with soft water

Plumbing and appliances (repair and replacement): $90 saved with soft water

Gas and electric use (heat loss due to scale): $60 saved with soft water

Total potential savings per year: $800
Hard water takes a toll on your appliances and adds expense to your budget.

Hard Water can cut the efficiency of your appliances by 48%.

Your dishwasher can have another added cost, replacing glassware after hard water minerals attach a white chalky substance that is very difficult to remove.

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Paul Giglio

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Paul Giglio is the proud owner of Pipe Works Services and has over 40 years of experience in the HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Insulation industries.