Is Your Tap Water Safe to Drink?

‘Is my tap water safe to drink?’ is a question that’s commonly asked by thousands of people around the country each day. Many people choose to accept that the water company has provided this water, and it’s therefore guaranteed to be safe – and if it tastes okay, what’s the harm?

However, there may be more to your water supply than simply taste. Although deemed fit for consumption by the water companies, certain water may not actually be as safe as you’d thought. Specifically, it’s hard water that casts the most doubt, so read on to learn more about the effects it could have on your health, and how to avoid them.

The Risks of Hard Water

Hard water is full of dissolved minerals, including high levels of calcium and magnesium, as well as iron and aluminium.
It’s the combination of these elements that make hard water a potential health risk. As a result, hard water has been linked to a variety of health afflictions through various studies including Alzheimer’s disease, certain cancers, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and poor reproductive health.

But wait, aren’t things like calcium and magnesium good for you? Yes, they are – to an extent.
However, the body requires everything in moderation and over exposure to these chemicals is a very real risk. Too much of these can result in tiredness, nausea and physical sickness at the very least.

It’s, therefore, less likely that your tap water supply is safe to drink if you live in a hard water area.

It’s Not Safe for Your Home Either

So, it’s clear hard water may not be great for your health. But it’s also not ideal for your home either. Hard water can cause damage to the home such as scale build up in pipes (causing them to malfunction), stuck taps, and issues with appliances that use water – such as your kettle or dishwasher – that may negatively impact their lifespan.

Should any of these go wrong as a result of hard water, repairs could be costly – especially if a whole new pipe system ends up being essential.

The Alternative to Hard Water

If you live in an area with a hard water supply, you may be wondering what you can do to avoid these negative effects. Of course, hydration is essential, so you can’t simply stop drinking water!

One option is to switch to bottled water. However, this can be an expensive habit. So what’s the alternative?

It’s simple – having a water softener installed will eradicate the unappealing traits and contents of hard water and will ensure your water supply is healthy, safe and pleasant to drink. The ions such as calcium and magnesium are removed during the softening process.

If you’re considering having a water softener installed to improve the taste, safety and overall quality of your water, EWT Water Specialists can help.

We offer a wide range of high-quality water filters and water softeners that are perfect for the job – plus, we’ll take care of installation too!

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