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Hard Water in Northern Virginia: What It Does to Your Plumbing
Scale shortens water-heater life, clogs fixtures, and leaves spots. Where NoVA hardness shows up and what filtration options actually help.
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Written by Amanda Casteel · COO Reviewed by Johnny Casteel · CEO · Master Plumber VA Plumbing Lic. 2710075081 · Contractor Lic. 2705180998
Much of Northern Virginia sees moderately hard water depending on your utility and neighborhood. Scale builds in tanks and tankless units, dulls fixtures, and wastes soap. A free water-quality test is the honest first step before you buy a softener or whole-home filter.
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