The quality of your water has a profound impact on your daily life, from the taste of your morning coffee to the softness of your laundry. While a water softener is your secret weapon against the harsh effects of hard water, it’s not a self-sufficient solution. Regular maintenance, including a professional water softener inspection, is essential to keep it working its magic.
With regular inspections, you can ensure your water softener delivers soft, high-quality water all the time. Here are four things that our pros at Florida Water Professionals make a point of checking during a water softener inspection:
- Mineral Stains on Your Appliances. One of the first signs that your water softener may not be working properly is the presence of mineral stains on your appliances, such as your dishwasher or washing machine. Our inspectors will check for these stains and determine if they are related to a problem with your water softener.
- Salt Levels in the Softener. Your softener relies on salt to remove minerals from your water, so it’s important to ensure that your system’s salt levels are adequate. During the water softener inspection, we’ll check the levels to ensure there’s enough to recharge the resin beads that remove minerals from your water.
- Salt Bridges. Sometimes, salt can clump together and form a salt bridge in the softener’s brine tank, preventing it from dissolving properly. We’ll break up any bridges we find to ensure the tank is clean and functioning correctly.
- Leaks and Other Malfunctions. We’ll thoroughly inspect your water softener for any signs of leaks, worn-out parts, or other malfunctions that could compromise its performance. Such issues can waste water and salt, and they can also lead to more serious problems down the line if left unaddressed.