Hard water is a faucet killer. Those little aerators on your taps? They clog up with mineral grit faster than a teenager’s brain on a Monday morning. If you’re constantly unscrewing them to clean out tiny white chunks, your softener is not doing its job. A working system keeps those aerators clean for months.
Also, check your water heater—I know, it’s boring but crucial. Hard water creates sediment that makes your heater work harder, raising your energy bill. If your electric or gas bill has spiked for no reason, blame your phantom-hard water. A working softener can save you up to 30% on heating costs. That’s real money, folks. (I’m not an accountant, but I play one on this blog.)
