There are many different types of water problems and not all have a similar impact. For example, some problems could be harmful to your home's major appliances, while others could be harmful to your health.

Here is a list of the various problems your water could have and their consequences:

Hardness

  • The water is not soft
  • The water leaves calcium build-up
  • The water produces whitish stains
  • The water damages the hot water tank, dishwasher, clothes washer and taps
  • The water is clogging up the pipes
  • More soap needs to be used

Iron

  • The water is rust coloured or yellowish
  • The water produces reddish, yellowish or brownish stains
  • The water damages the hot water tank, dishwasher, clothes washer, toilets, taps, bathtub and shower

Sulfur

  • The water has an unpleasant odour
  • The water can leave black or grey markings
  • The water damages the pipes

Tannin

  • The water is yellowish
  • The water can eventually stain

Sediments

  • The water contains sediments that can clog the taps and pipes

Salt water

  • The water has a salty taste
  • The water produces whitish stains
  • The water damages the hot water tank, dishwasher, clothes washer and taps
  • The water is not fit for consumption

Chlorine

  • The water has un unpleasant taste
  • The water has a strong smell of chlorine
  • The water is not recommended for consumption

Bacteria

  • The water is harmful to one's health

Desforges Water Treatment has a solution to all types of water problems!