Hard water has a reputation for causing damage to pipes and unsightly water marks, but soft water has its downsides, too.

Hard and soft water are different because of the minerals they contain. Hard water has more calcium and magnesium. These water minerals can cause limescale, which clogs pipes and damages machines like ...

Hard water gets into the water softener system from the main water supply. It ensures all water you use in the home gets proper treatment. Inside the device, there’s a tank full of tiny resin beads.

Coloradans bundling up ahead of this weekend’s arctic blast should also plan on keeping their homes cozy, particularly for water pipes that can freeze and burst during subzero cold snaps.