Problems caused by hard water in the Basingstoke area

The mains water in this area is hard, resulting in limescale build-up in the hot water system and pipes, unsightly scum and scale deposits in the kitchen and bathroom, skin problems, wasted energy and higher household running costs and fuel bills.

To put it in perspective, limescale build-up can result in an A-rated boiler being reduced to a C-rating, and 3.2mm of scale can increase fuel bills by as much as 25%!

A water softener can help solve these hard water problems

And pay for itself in:

• Reduced fuel bills because the boiler and hot water heating system can operate more efficiently – existing scale in the system is removed and prevented from building up again;
• Reduced cleaning products such as scale removers;
• Reduced washing detergents, shampoos and soaps;
• Extended life of home appliances.

A typical family of four spending £250 a year heating the hot water alone could save around £20 to £30 per year by installing a water softener.

Some of the visible benefits include:

• Clear showerheads and kettles, shiny taps and showers;
• Bathroom and kitchen are easier to clean;
• Increased hot water flow;
• Improvement of skin conditions such as eczema.

And the environment benefits too!

How does a water softener work?

Water softeners installed by Christopher Plumbing Services use ‘ion exchange resin’ to remove the hardness minerals. Maintenance is minimal and installation generally straightforward.

Please contact us for further information or to make an appointment.