How do I know if I have hard water in my hair?

• <div><p>If your ‘do isn’t doing what you want it to do despite using good hair care products, hard water might be to blame. Since hard water can’t rinse soap off as well as soft water can, your hair might grow limp because of the shampoo and conditioner residue that’s left behind. If you color your hair, you might see it fade more quickly or even turn a different shade as the dye reacts with the minerals in the water. You might also experience an itchy scalp, thanks to the dryness that comes from bathing in the hard water.</p></div>

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Q: Do you need a conditioner with a water softener?

• <div><p>You should not use a water conditioner with a water softener because a water conditioner changes the chemistry of the water and causes the ion exchange in a softener to be ineffective. Choose a water softener if you have hard water or well water, and use a water conditioner if you need to remove certain contaminants.</p></div>

Q: Is a water softener worth it?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hard-truth-about-water-softeners.htm">Water softeners</a> are worth the money if you live in an area with hard water. Hard water is safe to drink, but it poses serious threats to your plumbing system. The minerals in hard water will gradually build up on the inside walls of your pipes, reducing water flow to your fixtures. The minerals can also gradually corrode your plumbing system, reduce its lifespan, and increase the risk of leaks. Hard water also makes soap and detergent less effective. Water softener systems can solve all these issues, making them a great investment.</p></div>

Q: How do I install a water softener system?

• <div><p>You can install a water softener system by turning off the water supply, draining the water, and then connecting your device to the waterline. Next, you&rsquo;ll fill your tank with the recommended amount of salt or brine (whichever your unit calls for; be sure to read the instructions). Turn the water supply on and check for leaks. You can opt to let your water run for a few minutes, then test it using strips. </p><p>The process of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-inspect-your-water-softener.htm">inspecting your water softener system</a> is similar.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if I have hard water in my hair?

• <div><p>If your &lsquo;do isn&rsquo;t doing what you want it to do despite using good hair care products, hard water might be to blame. Since hard water can&rsquo;t rinse soap off as well as soft water can, your hair might grow limp because of the shampoo and conditioner residue that&rsquo;s left behind. If you color your hair, you might see it fade more quickly or even turn a different shade as the dye reacts with the minerals in the water. You might also experience an itchy scalp, thanks to the dryness that comes from bathing in the hard water.</p></div>

Q: Can you drink softened water?

• <div><p>Yes, it&rsquo;s fine to drink softened water. However, if you follow a low-sodium diet or have high blood pressure or sodium-related health concerns, make sure to speak with your doctor beforehand. If they advise against drinking water that&rsquo;s been softened with sodium, you might be able to use <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/can-i-use-potassium-chloride-hard-water.htm">potassium in your water softener</a> instead.</p></div>

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Last update on November 18, 2025

Reviewed in November 2022
Denver Drains was able to repair a main water line leak quickly and efficiently at what I think was a very reasonable price. The repair took about half a day and the crew knew what they were doing. This was my first time with them and I will not hesitate to call on Denver Drains again. I am very...
Denver Drains
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Reviewed in January 2022
Our metal roof was leaking into the house. Simon Roofing got here fast (much faster than we thought we'd be able to find someone). His crew was respectful and professional, and they refreshed the sealant everywhere and replaced all the missing screws. He also diagnosed where the water was coming...
Simon Roofing and Repair
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Reviewed in January 2014
Because of the fault we only had limited power to house so no water pump , ovens etc. They were very prompt getting to house to diagnose problem. Also because cable was underground they needed services of Fault Finder and Excavator because line was buried deep. They recommended providers of...
ALTITUDE ELECTRIC LLC
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Reviewed in July 2013
The problem with this service is that they would not provide any pricing information and went so far as to tell us that it was our fault because we wanted the water dried up as soon as possible instead of waiting an extra day for their "estimator" to come by and tell us what it could cost. When...
All Dry Water Damage Experts
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Reviewed in July 2013
As always, Bill Smith Plumbing did a great job. The estimator provided great advice on where to locate the backflow valve and where to cut into the water supply. The quote was provided quickly and was easily scheduled to meet our time frame for the project. The technicians arrived on time...
Bill Smith Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in June 2013
He used a sub contractor to finish the job. After the job was originally done the floor started coming back up 4 months later. He made me open up a new claim to say that there was additional water damage. That was closed immediately. The floor by the refrigerator started coming back up again and...
Home Pro Construction
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Reviewed in May 2013
Ajax Mechanical did a great job installing a dishwasher and disposer. There was no dishwasher or water hookup in my place. Ajax Mechanical removed a bay of cabinets, installed a disposer with an air power button as there was no power available, and customized the space to fit in a dishwasher I...
Ajax Mechanical Services, inc
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Reviewed in October 2011
After 40 years our well went dry. I cannot imagine a bigger project than having a new well put in!! We called Living Water Systems,Inc. and asked for an estimate. They came and looked at our property and gave us an estimate only after some research so an educated estimate could be given. We...
Living Water Systems Inc
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