There are many different types of water problems and not all have a similar impact. For example, some problems could be harmful to your home's major appliances, while others could be harmful to your health.

Here is a list of the various problems your water could have and their consequences:

Hardness

• The water is not soft
• The water leaves calcium build-up
• The water produces whitish stains
• The water damages the hot water tank, dishwasher, clothes washer and taps
• The water is clogging up the pipes
• More soap needs to be used

Iron

• The water is rust coloured or yellowish
• The water produces reddish, yellowish or brownish stains
• The water damages the hot water tank, dishwasher, clothes washer, toilets, taps, bathtub and shower

Sulfur

• The water has an unpleasant odour
• The water can leave black or grey markings
• The water damages the pipes

Tannin

• The water is yellowish
• The water can eventually stain

Sediments

• The water contains sediments that can clog the taps and pipes

Salt water

• The water has a salty taste
• The water produces whitish stains
• The water damages the hot water tank, dishwasher, clothes washer and taps
• The water is not fit for consumption

Chlorine

• The water has un unpleasant taste
• The water has a strong smell of chlorine
• The water is not recommended for consumption

Bacteria

• The water is harmful to one's health

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