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>

Do water softeners remove scale?

• <div><p>Yes, a water softener can remove scale deposits. According to the <a href="https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/articles/reasons-every-home-should-have-water-softener">U.S. Department of Energy</a>, after you add a water softener to your home, “gradually the softer water will dissolve limescale scale deposits and remove the problem entirely.” Installing a water softener—or water descaler—will also help prevent new scale deposits from forming.</p></div>

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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: Are shower water softeners really effective?

• <div><p>Some shower water softeners are effective, but this isn&rsquo;t always the case. Most shower filters only filter out chlorine, not hard minerals like calcium. Other shower filters can't handle the demand in homes with very hard water. It's also important to change the filters on your shower filters. Failure to regularly swap out old filters will make the filter ineffective over time. </p></div>

Q: How do I get utilities set up on a property?

• <div><p>To get utilities set up on a property, you first have to contact the local department of planning to determine whether your property is able to connect to public utilities. From there, you can work with a structural engineer and/or a building contractor to design the layout of utility lines on the property. The pros will need this information as they begin securing building permits before they can start adding lines.</p><p>If your property isn&rsquo;t able to connect to public utilities, you&rsquo;ll need to consider working with pros to develop a comfortable off-grid home that will meet your needs.</p></div>

Q: Can I install a water softener on my own?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s sometimes possible to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-install-water-softener.htm">install a water softener</a> yourself, but it&rsquo;s usually better to hire a water softener professional to get the job done. Water softeners involve plumbing and electrical work, which usually require permits and a certified expert to sign off on the work. Not only is it dangerous to work with these utility lines, but it&rsquo;s also not legal in many areas. Plus, improper installation or system sizing might not fix your hard water issue and could lead to an increased risk of leaks, fires, and other property damage. </p></div>

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The company went out of their way (literally as we live in a very remote part of Maine) to study the problem, make the right solution and install in a timely manner at an appropriate cost. They listened to our concerns, performed tests and designed a system to best meet our needs. Installation...
Atlantic Water Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in November 2008
This was a great experience. The employees were professional, willing to travel, and educated me along the way so that I knew what I was buying. I had awful tasting water, awful smelling water, and all of my sinks and toilets were terribly stained. The water softener recommended to me has...
HASKELL'S WATER TREATMENT
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Reviewed in January 2013
Our well developed high levels of iron and manganese causing a foul taste and odor. I began doing research online and also contacted the Maine Water Quality people at the state government. So before I called Advanced Quality Water Solutions, I was already armed with a fair amount of knowledge. ...
Advanced Quality Water Solutions
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Reviewed in April 2015
Excellent! Brian got out of bed at 5:00 AM and took care of everything and kept our basement from flooding.
Brian Bickford Plumbing and Heating
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Reviewed in September 2013
Nate, the technician, came and installed the system he had been told to install by the salesman. Water was improved, but not perfect. He retested the water and advised me to add the next type of filter. I did. Water still wasn't right...so he installed the final filter and I was to try it for 90...
Air & Water Quality Inc
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Reviewed in August 2014
my issue is, occasionally while watering my garden or using a faucet in the house, the pressure drops off considerably, especially if you flush a toilet. I have high iron in my water and i wanted to see if the pipe from the well was restricted. if the pump can supply plenty of water to the house...
Mid-Coast Energy Systems Inc
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Reviewed in November 2010
The system never really lived up to expectations from day one. They were called out to "tweak" the system several times and each time they would claim that the system was working perfectly. This went on for several years as I watched the black, green, and pink, stains in my PEX pipes grow and...
Water Treatment Equipment Inc
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