Hard Water Tool

Hard Water Search

How hard is water in your area? Enter your ZIP Code & find out!

Zip Code	Mineral Amount (PPM)	Hardness Level

Hard water is water that is high in mineral content. It can cause erosion in your pipes and can be harmful for your skin. How hard your water is completely depends on where you live and where your water comes from. Each home can be a little different, but this tool can tell you the average for your general area. If you’d like to know exactly how hard your water is in your home specifically, contact us for a free home water evaluation.

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Hardness as Parts Per Million	Hardness in Grains Per Gallon	Classification of Water
1-17	< 1.0	Soft
17-60	1.0-3.5	Slightly Hard
60-120	3.5-7.0	Moderately Hard
120-180	7.0-10.5	Hard
180+	10.5+	Very Hard

How to Understand the Tool

Hardness as Parts Per Million: When you put your zip code into the tool, it’ll tell you how many parts per million (PPM) your water contains when it comes to minerals.

Hardness in Grains Per Gallon: After using the tool, you’ll check your PPM number on the table. To the right, you’ll learn how many grains of minerals are in each gallon of water that come out of your faucets.

Classification of Water: How hard your water is depends on how high the mineral content is. The table below will tell you whether or not the water in your home has soft or hard water, which should help you consider whether or not you should invest in a water softener.

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What Makes Our Utah Water Hard?

Utah water contains a variety of minerals and chemicals, including calcium, magnesium, lead, and arsenic. The specific composition of your water can vary depending on several factors:

Water Source: The origin of your water, whether it’s from surface water (lakes, rivers, reservoirs) or groundwater (wells), affects its mineral content.
Local Agriculture: Proximity to farms or orchards can introduce agricultural runoff into the water supply, adding various chemicals and minerals.
Pipeline Condition: The condition of the waterline pipes, particularly if they are old and experiencing erosion, can contribute additional metals and contaminants to the water.

These variables mean that the exact makeup of your water can differ based on your location and the surrounding environment.

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Soften Your Hard Water with Shamrock Plumbing

If you have hard water in your home and want to soften it, the best solution is to use a water softener, which removes hard minerals like calcium and magnesium and replaces them with softer ones such as sodium or potassium. This makes your soap more effective and prevents hard water stains.

At Shamrock Plumbing, we understand the benefits of soft water, including easier cleaning and less dry skin. If you’re ready to solve your hard water problem, call us at (801) 901-9709.