Most groundwater, including well water on P.E.I., is considered hard. Water “hardness” causes the inability of water to form a soapy lather. It’s caused by high concentrations of calcium and manganese. It can also cause scaling on hot water pipes, scum in tea or coffee, and even give a dingy appearance to laundry.
How can Mr. Plumber help?
We sell and install Viqua water softeners. Soft water benefits skin, hair, and nails, and will save you money on laundry detergent and dish soap. Many people find relief from irritating skin conditions, such as psoriasis or eczema. Beyond that, hard water can clog drains, pipes and increase scale buildup inside appliances. Adding a water softener will save you money on costly repairs in the future.
And we do free water testing in the store! You can bring in a small water sample and we’ll test it while you wait. Then, let us find the right water softening product for you!
What other water testing services do you offer?
We also do a bacteria and chemical test for those who are selling a house sale or have a summer rental. While these tests aren’t free, they’re necessary on P.E.I. If you own a summer cottage or just have some general water concerns and would like to have it tested, we can help! We’ll go collect a water sample at your home, have it tested, and return the results directly to you.
There are a number of ways that we can help if we do detect an issue. One is to install a UV Light Water Treatment System, The Ultraviolet rays are known as a powerful disinfectant that control harmful bacteria. UV Lights are commonly used in both residential and commercial applications. We have a number of options to choose from, as well as replacement bulbs for existing units.
