White crust on faucets, spotty dishes and stiff laundry are everyday problems in many Brazosport-area homes. Hard water is usually the cause.
How hard is the water here?
The City of Lake Jackson’s 2022 water report lists average total hardness of 230 to 250 mg/L. Anything above 180 mg/L is generally classified as very hard.
Hardness varies from city to city. Lake Jackson blends water from its own groundwater wells with treated surface water bought from the Brazosport Water Authority, and other area cities use different mixes. That is why two homes a few miles apart can have very different water.
Signs of hard water in your home
- White or chalky scale on faucets, showerheads and glass shower doors
- Spots and film on dishes and glassware
- Soap and shampoo that do not lather well
- Dry skin and dull hair
- Scale inside water heaters, dishwashers and washing machines
What actually fixes it
A water softener removes the minerals that cause hardness before they reach your faucets and appliances. It should be sized to your water’s hardness and your household’s water use, which is why testing first matters.
A softener will not remove chlorine or chloramine, and it will not lower total dissolved solids. If taste and odor bother you, filtration or reverse osmosis can work alongside it.
Get your water tested for free
Culligan of Clute serves Clute, Lake Jackson, Freeport, Angleton and the surrounding area. Our local team can test your water at home at no cost and recommend what your home actually needs. Schedule your free water consultation.
