Impacts on Skin and Hair
While the minerals in Edina's water are not a direct health hazard, they have a noticeable effect on daily life. The high calcium content prevents soap and shampoo from rinsing cleanly, leaving behind a residue.
- This can lead to persistently dry, itchy skin and can aggravate conditions like eczema.
- Hair can feel brittle, dull, and difficult to manage due to mineral buildup.
- For families, the high mineral content is also a consideration when preparing baby formula.
Filtration Guide for Edina's Hard Water
With a hardness level of 11.7 GPG, simple pitcher filters won't solve the core problem. You need a solution that treats water for the whole house.
- Recommended: A salt-free water conditioner is an excellent, low-maintenance choice to prevent scale formation without adding sodium. For those who want the complete removal of hardness minerals for spot-free dishes and the "slippery" feel of soft water, a traditional salt-based water softener is the most effective option.
- Drinking Water: Pair your whole-house system with an under-sink Reverse Osmosis (RO) system for purified, great-tasting water right from the tap.
The investment makes financial sense. A whole-house softener (around $1,500 installed) pays for itself in approximately 11.9 years through verified annual savings of $126 on energy, detergent, and deferred appliance replacement.