Look around your house. Are your faucets covered in white crust? Does your soap barely suds up? Do your clothes look faded after a few washes? You probably have hard water.
What is Hard Water & How to Get Rid of It
Another clue: if you have to clean your shower doors weekly just to see through them, that’s a sign. Also, if your skin always feels tight after a wash, invite hard water to the blame party.
You can buy a simple test kit at the hardware store for like ten bucks. Or just ask your neighbors. If everyone has the same crusty faucets, the answer is yes. Welcome to the club.