In the simplest terms, hard water is caused by rainwater passing through chalk or limestone deposits where it dissolves and carries away mineral salts.

The problems occur when you use this hard water for cooking, bathing, and heating. As the water temperature is raised, these dissolved mineral salts become solid again and are deposited in your water pipes, your bath, your water heater, and your kettle as limescale or on your skin and hair as soap scum.

Not only is this unsightly and poses a cleaning problem, it can cause severe damage to your plumbing and heating systems as more limescale is formed over time, reducing their efficiency and increasing your costs.

Put an end to your hard water problems today and begin enjoying the benefits of soft water in your home. Culligan offers a full line of water softeners and other water treatment appliances for your home water supply that will insure clean, clear, softened water for all your home uses.

Are you concerned about water hardness in your area? To find out, check the Water Hardness Map on this page, answer a few simple questions in our Water Quality Clinic, or contact Culligan for a free Water Hardness Test.