limescale

Does Edmonton have hard water? Yes. Edmonton's water is moderately hard, averaging about 165 mg/L as calcium carbonate according to EPCOR. Hard water is not considered a health concern, but its dissolved minerals can leave scale on fixtures and appliances and may affect water-heating and plumbing equipment over time. How Do I Keep My Appliances and Pipes Clear of Limescale? Hard water. We know the Edmonton area has it, but what is it and do we need to be concerned? In short, hard water is water that has a higher than average amount of dissolved minerals. In our area, that’s mostly calcium and magnesium. The calcium and magnesium are not harmful to people or pets, but hard water can have annoying side effects and require some action on your part. Read More