Posted on 12/18/2023 4:00 AM By Steve's Plumbing
You know that white gunk you see accumulating on your faucets and showerheads? It isn’t just unsightly; it can be downright damaging to your plumbing if you allow it to accumulate. At Steve’s Plumbing at Heating, we know how incredibly mineralized our central Wisconsin water is, which means that unless your home has a water softener, you’ve definitely got scale buildup. So what exactly is scale, how can it damage your plumbing, and what can you do about it? Let’s take a look.
Posted on 8/9/2022 4:17 AM By Steve's Plumbing
If you live in a hard water area, you may be dealing with limescale. Although there are other issues related to limescale, common problems include furring, descaling, scum. Limescale can affect the cleanliness of your water, as well as the overall condition of your plumbing system.
Posted on 8/17/2020 4:00 AM By Steve's Plumbing
If your house has hard water, chances are you’ve got limescale buildup somewhere (if not everywhere) in your plumbing system. Though it's easy to assume limescale is nothing more than a visual annoyance, that assumption could get you in trouble. Allowing limescale to accumulate, either on the outside or inside of your pipes and fixtures, can result in poor water quality and plumbing deterioration over time. To help you better protect your plumbing system from damage, the pros at Steve’s Plumbing & Heating explain the dangers of limescale below.
Posted on 1/20/2020 4:00 AM By Steve's Plumbing
You know that white gunk you see accumulating on your faucets and showerheads? It isn’t just unsightly; it can be downright damaging to your plumbing if you allow it to accumulate. At Steve’s Plumbing at Heating, we know how incredibly mineralized our central Wisconsin water is, which means that unless your home has a water softener, you’ve definitely got scale buildup. So what exactly is scale, how can it damage your plumbing, and what can you do about it? Let’s take a look.