What Can a Free Water Test Tell You About Your Home’s Water?
Many homeowners in Eldorado at Santa Fe rely on either private wells or the local water system, but few know exactly what’s in the water coming through their pipes. Your water may appear clear, but factors like hardness, pH level, or iron content can still affect performance and efficiency around the home. A simple water test can tell you the percentage of total dissolved solids (TDS) in your water and help you make informed decisions about water treatment for your home.
Why Water Testing Matters
Untreated or unbalanced water can cause problems that build up over time. These include:
Mineral buildup in plumbing and appliances
Unpleasant taste or odor in drinking water
Skin and hair irritation
Staining on sinks, tubs, laundry, and those awful toilet rings
Pipe corrosion, especially in Kitec, Entran 2, Polybutylene, and copper lines
Knowing what’s in your water is the first step in solving these issues.
What We Test For
We offer free water testing at any scheduled plumbing service appointment upon request. These tests are done in the field and take just a few minutes. Results are shared with you immediately, and we’re happy to explain what they mean for your home.
Our field test includes:
TDS (Total Dissolved Solids): Measures the combined content of all inorganic and organic substances. High TDS can indicate hard water, poor taste, or potential scaling in pipes.
Water Hardness: Hard water contains elevated levels of calcium and magnesium, which can damage appliances and reduce soap effectiveness.
pH Level: Low pH water is acidic and can corrode copper pipes, leading to pinhole leaks.
Chlorine: Excess chlorine can affect taste and dry out skin and hair.
Iron: Often found in well water, iron can cause reddish-brown staining on fixtures and laundry.
What These Results Mean for Your Home
Each of these test results tells a story about how your water interacts with your home. High hardness may be the reason for frequent water heater repairs. If you have a tank water heater and it sounds like a pair of tennis shoes in the dryer — it’s likely hard water. We see a lot of error codes on the tankless units for this reason as well. Low pH could be contributing to hidden leaks inside your walls and floors. Chlorine and TDS levels affect water quality, taste, and even your skin’s health.
Understanding these values helps you make practical decisions about filtration, softening, and RO systems.
When to Ask for a Water Test
If you notice any of the following, it’s a good time to request a water test:
Spots on dishes even after cleaning
White buildup on faucets or showerheads
Musty or metallic odor in tap water
Discoloration or staining in tubs or sinks
Unexplained plumbing issues or frequent repairs
Even if everything seems fine, water testing provides peace of mind.
How to Request Your Free Test
A field analysis water test is available at no charge when we are already scheduled to perform plumbing service at your home. If you would like us to test your water, please let us know when booking so we can bring the testing kit to your appointment.
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