Here at the Lake of the Ozarks, we struggle with hard water. The signs show up visibly on your faucets, can shorten the lifetime of your clothing and appliances, and can cause you to spend way too much time on household chores and maintenance. A water softening system can enhance the life of your clothes, appliances, and plumbing. In fact, a water softening system can help you to avoid several problems associated with hard water in the home. Plus, it can help you to save thousands of dollars that you would have had to spend on repairing or replacing items. Keep reading to see if you need a residential water softener.

Appliances and Dishes are Affected
The buildup of limescale around the valves of your dishwasher and washing machine can prevent them from closing properly, resulting in water leakage. This will eventually reduce the lifespan of these expensive appliances. Mineral deposits from hard water can stain your dishes, glasses, and cutlery, and washing may not remove them even after drying. Repeated washing with hard water can even affect your home’s windows.
Stains are Visible on Bathtubs, Sinks, and Faucets

If you're experiencing hard water problems at the Lake of the Ozarks, it's time to do something about it. The Lindyspring LCR Series II water softener removes unwanted hardness or minerals from your household water - whether from municipal sources or private wells. Used alone or in combination with Lindyspring filters and neutralizers, this system can meet the most challenging water problems existing today. Count on Lindyspring Systems, the best water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks, to provide you with the best possible water quality for your home or business!

For All Your Household Water Conditioning and Treatment Needs Count on LINDYSPRING!

Hard water problems at the Lake of the Ozarks can wreak havoc on your plumbing, appliances and even your hair and skin. As a homeowner, you want to know that investing money in a water softener is going to be worth the cost. Part of knowing that your investment is making a difference is understanding how a water softener works and why it's essential to have one in your home. So first, let's take a look at the difference between hard and soft water and which is better for your home.

Hard Water vs. Soft Water
Water quality differs depending on where you live and whether you’re getting water from a municipality or a private well. Regardless as to where it comes from though, both sources are known to contain hardness minerals. Calcium and magnesium are the most common minerals found in water that causes hardness. Minerals from groundwater - the source of all water regardless of whether it comes to your home from a municipality or well - can cause a scaly buildup on everything from dishes, to pipes, to the heating elements of your appliances, to your own body. Water softeners remove those hard minerals, prolonging the life of appliances that use water and making it easier to clean and do laundry.

How Hard Water Becomes Soft
So how do water softeners get the minerals out? Water softeners use a process called ion exchange to remove things like calcium, magnesium, iron, and manganese – replacing them with sodium ions. As hard water passes through your water softener tank, calcium or magnesium are pulled to the media like a magnet, and sodium ions take their place. All the hardness minerals stay trapped inside the water softener tank while the clean water, with a few sodium ions, disperse throughout your home for use. No more scaly build up!

Regeneration is how a water softening system cleans and recharges itself so it can continue providing your home with soft water. This process happens in the brine tank, where you add water softener salt. During regeneration, the water softener will take the brine solution into the softener tank and the ion exchange process happens again, only this time in reverse. The media gets a bath in the salt solution. Hard minerals caught in the resin are released and the media gets replenished with sodium ions. The water softener is also cleaned and disinfected during regeneration. Finally, water containing the hard minerals and other waste gets flushed out of the system.

Do You Need a Water Softener?
Here's the bottom line. Water softeners aren't just for those homes whose water supply comes from a private well with extremely hard water. Even people living in the city who are on municipality water sources can have hard water too. Municipalities are required to treat the water for impurities, but they do not remove hardness minerals because, while they're burdensome and can be costly when it comes to home care and maintenance, they are not harmful to your health. Regardless as to where your water comes from, the modern home depends on soft water. High efficiency appliances can not run as designed when they suffer from hard water build up. Dishwashers and washing machines could end up with a much shorter lifespan because of hard water. You could end up spending thousands on avoidable plumbing and appliance repairs or replacement by installing a water softener in your home.

Your Water Softener Source at the Lake of the Ozarks
So, if you've got hard water problems, it's time to look into getting a water softener for your home. If you're ready to get one, but don't want to purchase a water softener, you've got options! At Lindyspring Systems, we can help make sure you get the size of unit that is exactly right for your needs as well as install it in the most professional manner possible. Our rental softeners are typically new or in like new condition, so you don't have to worry about getting an old worn out model from us! Contact us at 573-348-5044 to learn more about our water softener rental services at the Lake of the Ozarks!

For All Your Household & Commercial Water Conditioning and Treatment Needs Count on LINDYSPRING!

Hard water problems at the Lake of the Ozarks can be a real hassle. Solving those problems can vastly improve quality of life and get things back to normal again. If your home gets water from a well, you most likely have hard water. But it’s not just a rural issue. The U.S. Geological Survey says 85% of homes in the nation have hard water - even from city municipal sources. So, what is hard water and how can you correct the issue? We're sharing with you what you need to know.

What is Hard Water?
Water ‘hardness’ is caused by the minerals calcium and magnesium in ground and surface water. If either or both minerals are present in your drinking water in high concentrations, the water is considered ‘hard.’ These minerals come from sedimentary rock such as limestone that dissolves into our water. The result of hard water is difficulty making lather or suds for washing and a build-up of minerals on taps and on other fixtures. Water containing low concentrations of calcium or magnesium is called ‘soft’ water.

How Can I Tell If I Have Hard Water?
Water hardness is demonstrated by scale buildup in water heaters or on plumbing fixtures, by soap deposits on dishes and fabrics, and by soap scum in sinks and bathtubs.

What Makes My Water Hard?
As water passes through the atmosphere in the form of rain, snow, sleet, hail, dew, or fog, it picks up impurities and gases. And, because water is the universal solvent, it picks up even more impurities as it travels through the earth as ground water. Whatever the water comes in contact with, it will dissolve a part of it.

How Can I Fix Hard Water?
A water softener replaces the ‘hardness’ minerals with sodium or potassium. The amounts of these elements added to the water are relatively insignificant in comparison to what is ingested from your food and should not pose a health problem.

Most often, water softeners are regenerated with salt and water. Regeneration is a process in which the softening materials inside the softener can be used over and over again. Once the regeneration is completed, the salt and water solution is flushed into the drain.


Solving Your Hard Water Problems at the Lake of the Ozarks
If you're experiencing hard water problems at the Lake of the Ozarks, it's time to do something about it. The Lindyspring LCR Series II water softener removes unwanted hardness or minerals from your household water - whether from municipal sources or private wells. Used alone or in combination with Lindyspring filters and neutralizers, this system can meet the most challenging water problems existing today. Count on Lindyspring Systems, the best water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks, to provide you with the best possible water quality for your home or business!

For All Your Household Water Conditioning and Treatment Needs Count on LINDYSPRING!

Are your eyes playing tricks, or does your favorite white shirt look a little dingy? If you question whether your clothes look and feel clean coming out of the washing machine, you’re not alone. Issues with laundry such as yellowing or graying clothes and stiff towels are not uncommon. If you’re experiencing any of the following issues at home, you are likely dealing with a hard water problem.

Why Hard Water and Laundry Don’t Mix
Hard water contains dissolved compounds of calcium and magnesium – and, simply put, those minerals do not play nice with detergents. The greater the mineral count, the harder the water and the larger the impact could be on laundry. In fact, a study by Purdue University found that clothing washed in hard water wears out 15 percent faster than clothing washed in soft water.

Hard water prevents water from mixing with detergent to form an effective cleaning agent. The calcium minerals bond with the soap to create a detergent curd that sticks to the fabric fibers, drawing in more dirt than before you washed your clothes. Over time, detergent residue can turn your white clothes gray or yellow, and you may even discover white or gray streaks on your colored clothes. This buildup is also what makes laundry feel stiff and crusty. When this happens, fabric is less likely to flex, creating more friction that causes unnecessary wear-and-tear on your laundry.

Common concerns associated with hard water include:

• Laundry grays or yellows easily
• Fabric is stiff and not fluffy
• Clothes are weakened or tear easily
• White or gray streaks appear on colored clothes

To combat this issue, homeowners resort to using even more detergent and hotter water, resulting in additional expenses. At the end of the year, your bills have increased, you’ve spent more in detergent, and you’ve ultimately had to replaced damaged, worn clothing.

Better performance and savings can be found using softened water. That means buying less laundry detergent, saving on utility bills, and clothes last longer and look better. Not to mention, soft water allows appliances to last longer. Moral of the story, if you want cleaner clothes, sheets, and towels, get a water softener.

Fixing the Problem with Soft Water
If you suspect hard water is causing a toll on your clothing, you should begin by determining if you truly have hard water. Start with a simple home test. This soap test will tell you if you have hard water or not; it will not tell you the approximate level of hardness, which is measured in parts per million (ppm).

First, fill a clear container with water. Add approximately 10 drops of soap into your container and shake vigorously. If the container has a good amount of suds at the top and the water below is clear, you likely have soft water. On the other hand, if your water is cloudy and doesn’t have a thick layer of suds on the top, you have a hard water problem. What occurred during this test occurs on a larger scale in your washing machine.

Now that you’ve confirmed you have hard water, you’ll want to call a water treatment professional to determine the exact hardness of your water. They will also test for contaminants which may be resulting in other water problems throughout your house.

With soft water you’ll likely notice other benefits around your house, including:

• Less soap scum in bathrooms
• Cleaner, less-slimy feeling hair
• Softer, less-dry skin
• Longer lasting appliances
• More efficient dishwashing sessions

Time to Call Lindyspring Lake of the Ozarks!
Stop replacing your wardrobe so often and learn more about the difference between hard and soft water. Then talk to a water treatment professional to discuss options tailored to your specific needs. The Lindyspring LCR Series II water softener removes unwanted hardness or minerals from your household water - whether from municipal sources or private wells. Used alone or in combination with Lindyspring filters and neutralizers, this system can meet the most challenging water problems existing today. Count on Lindyspring Systems, the best water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks, to provide you with the best possible water quality for your home or business!

For All Your Household Water Conditioning and Treatment Needs Count on LINDYSPRING!

If you're experiencing hard water problems at the Lake of the Ozarks, it's time to do something about it. The Lindyspring LCR Series II water softener removes unwanted hardness or minerals from your household water - whether from municipal sources or private wells. Used alone or in combination with Lindyspring filters and neutralizers, this system can meet the most challenging water problems existing today. Count on Lindyspring Systems, the best water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks, to provide you with the best possible water quality for your home or business!

For All Your Household Water Conditioning and Treatment Needs Count on LINDYSPRING!

Hard water problems at the Lake of the Ozarks can wreak havoc on your plumbing, appliances and even your hair and skin. As a homeowner, you want to know that investing money in a water softener is going to be worth the cost. Part of knowing that your investment is making a difference is understanding how a water softener works and why it's essential to have one in your home. So first, let's take a look at the difference between hard and soft water and which is better for your home.

Hard Water vs. Soft Water
Water quality differs depending on where you live and whether you’re getting water from a municipality or a private well. Regardless as to where it comes from though, both sources are known to contain hardness minerals. Calcium and magnesium are the most common minerals found in water that causes hardness. Minerals from groundwater - the source of all water regardless of whether it comes to your home from a municipality or well - can cause a scaly buildup on everything from dishes, to pipes, to the heating elements of your appliances, to your own body. Water softeners remove those hard minerals, prolonging the life of appliances that use water and making it easier to clean and do laundry.

How Hard Water Becomes Soft
So how do water softeners get the minerals out? Water softeners use a process called ion exchange to remove things like calcium, magnesium, iron, and manganese – replacing them with sodium ions. As hard water passes through your water softener tank, calcium or magnesium are pulled to the media like a magnet, and sodium ions take their place. All the hardness minerals stay trapped inside the water softener tank while the clean water, with a few sodium ions, disperse throughout your home for use. No more scaly build up!

Regeneration is how a water softening system cleans and recharges itself so it can continue providing your home with soft water. This process happens in the brine tank, where you add water softener salt. During regeneration, the water softener will take the brine solution into the softener tank and the ion exchange process happens again, only this time in reverse. The media gets a bath in the salt solution. Hard minerals caught in the resin are released and the media gets replenished with sodium ions. The water softener is also cleaned and disinfected during regeneration. Finally, water containing the hard minerals and other waste gets flushed out of the system.

Do You Need a Water Softener?
Here's the bottom line. Water softeners aren't just for those homes whose water supply comes from a private well with extremely hard water. Even people living in the city who are on municipality water sources can have hard water too. Municipalities are required to treat the water for impurities, but they do not remove hardness minerals because, while they're burdensome and can be costly when it comes to home care and maintenance, they are not harmful to your health. Regardless as to where your water comes from, the modern home depends on soft water. High efficiency appliances can not run as designed when they suffer from hard water build up. Dishwashers and washing machines could end up with a much shorter lifespan because of hard water. You could end up spending thousands on avoidable plumbing and appliance repairs or replacement by installing a water softener in your home.

Your Water Softener Source at the Lake of the Ozarks
So, if you've got hard water problems, it's time to look into getting a water softener for your home. If you're ready to get one, but don't want to purchase a water softener, you've got options! At Lindyspring Systems, we can help make sure you get the size of unit that is exactly right for your needs as well as install it in the most professional manner possible. Our rental softeners are typically new or in like new condition, so you don't have to worry about getting an old worn out model from us! Contact us at 573-348-5044 to learn more about our water softener rental services at the Lake of the Ozarks!

For All Your Household & Commercial Water Conditioning and Treatment Needs Count on LINDYSPRING!

Lake of the Ozarks has some of the hardest water in the region, and Lindyspring Systems knows how hard it can be on your residential and business plumbing and household appliances. We're here to share with you some solutions to fight those hard water issues, saving you the headache of constant maintenance issues and wasted money. We've got several products that can help protect your drinking water at the Lake of the Ozarks. This week we are featuring our Impression Series® RC Conditioner:

Prepare to be Impressed... with the Impression Series! It will soften your water while removing the chlorine using only one unit.

Lindyspring Impression Series RC Conditioners

• A Single System Used to Effectively Treat Municipal Water 
• Removes hardness 
• Removes chlorine and associated odors 
• Softens household water using minimal salt and water 

Whether you have municipal water that is hard or chlorinated, Impression Series®RC water conditioners deliver the clear, soft, odor-free water you want and need. It's environmentally-friendly tank design eliminates the need for two systems by combining two medias into one tank. The activated carbon removes chlorine and other unwanted tastes while the high capacity resin is used for the maximum in softening capabilities. It's true... nothing will last longer than your first Impression.

Features:

• Special "mid-plate" design eliminates the need for two tanks 
• Meter monitors and self-adjusts regeneration cycles based on household trends of water consumption 
• Extended lithium battery backup 
• Efficient to operate - uses less water and energy, less wear on clothing and appliances 
• Single tank design causes less pressure drops 
• Extends the life of resin media on chlorinated water 
• Advanced history and diagnostic screens

Hard water problems at the Lake of the Ozarks can be a real hassle. Solving those problems can vastly improve quality of life and get things back to normal again. If your home gets water from a well, you most likely have hard water. But it’s not just a rural issue. The U.S. Geological Survey says 85% of homes in the nation have hard water - even from city municipal sources. So, what is hard water and how can you correct the issue? We're sharing with you what you need to know.

What is Hard Water?
Water ‘hardness’ is caused by the minerals calcium and magnesium in ground and surface water. If either or both minerals are present in your drinking water in high concentrations, the water is considered ‘hard.’ These minerals come from sedimentary rock such as limestone that dissolves into our water. The result of hard water is difficulty making lather or suds for washing and a build-up of minerals on taps and on other fixtures. Water containing low concentrations of calcium or magnesium is called ‘soft’ water.

How Can I Tell If I Have Hard Water?
Water hardness is demonstrated by scale buildup in water heaters or on plumbing fixtures, by soap deposits on dishes and fabrics, and by soap scum in sinks and bathtubs.

What Makes My Water Hard?
As water passes through the atmosphere in the form of rain, snow, sleet, hail, dew, or fog, it picks up impurities and gases. And, because water is the universal solvent, it picks up even more impurities as it travels through the earth as ground water. Whatever the water comes in contact with, it will dissolve a part of it.

How Can I Fix Hard Water?
A water softener replaces the ‘hardness’ minerals with sodium or potassium. The amounts of these elements added to the water are relatively insignificant in comparison to what is ingested from your food and should not pose a health problem.

Most often, water softeners are regenerated with salt and water. Regeneration is a process in which the softening materials inside the softener can be used over and over again. Once the regeneration is completed, the salt and water solution is flushed into the drain.


Solving Your Hard Water Problems at the Lake of the Ozarks
If you're experiencing hard water problems at the Lake of the Ozarks, it's time to do something about it. The Lindyspring LCR Series II water softener removes unwanted hardness or minerals from your household water - whether from municipal sources or private wells. Used alone or in combination with Lindyspring filters and neutralizers, this system can meet the most challenging water problems existing today. Count on Lindyspring Systems, the best water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks, to provide you with the best possible water quality for your home or business!

For All Your Household Water Conditioning and Treatment Needs Count on LINDYSPRING!

When hard water becomes a problem for your household, there are many treatment options available to help alleviate the problem. However, buying a softener outright may not be within your financial abilities or you simply may not want to make a commitment to such a purchase. Thankfully for your convenience, at Lindyspring Systems we offer rental services! Check out some of the benefits of renting a water softener with Lindyspring Systems:


Low Monthly Cost
The biggest factor for people choosing to rent is because they simply cannot afford to buy a unit outright. To most people, the one time upfront fee of purchasing a water softener is daunting and without the relevant knowledge of which to buy, many people can pay too much for the system. By renting, the stress of financing a softener is eradicated. When renting, you'll only worry about a one-time small installation fee, the low monthly rental fee, and the cost for salt! Plus, if you replace one of our competitors water softeners, we'll install our system for FREE!

No Lifetime Commitment
Renting is often considered a short-term solution to an individual’s hard water problems. If you are undecided about the length of your tenure in your current property, then renting may be the best solution for you. There is very low commitment associated with rental because when you decide to move, you don't have to worry about relocating your water softener. You can just contact your Lindyspring provider and we'll remove the softener for you and even move and reinstall it for you in your new property if you wish to continue renting!

Almost Maintenance Free
When you rent a water softener through Lindyspring Systems, any maintenance issues that arise is handled by us. So besides making sure you're maintaining the salt levels as recommended, you can leave the maintenance worries to us! What's even better, is that our rental clients are very important to us - so if an issue does arise, we provide same day or next day service to ensure your softener is functioning properly without hassle or little downtime.

So, if you've got hard water problems, but don't want to purchase a water softener, you've got options! At Lindyspring Systems, we can help make sure you get the size of unit that is exactly right for your needs, as well as install it in the most professional manner possible. Our rental softeners are typically new or in like new condition, so you don't have to worry about getting an old worn out model from us! Contact us at 573-348-5044 to learn more about our water softener rental services at the Lake of the Ozarks!

For All Your Household & Commercial Water Conditioning and Treatment Needs Count on LINDYSPRING!

Do you seem to be going through a lot of shampoo or noticing that your dishes are coming out of the dishwasher spotty and you have to rewash them? Perhaps your clothes are looking dingy and not lasting nearly as long as you'd expect. Chances are you have hard water. It's actually a very common problem in our area. But just because it's a common problem, doesn't mean we should have to just put up with it. By getting a Lindyspring water treatment system, you could be saving yourself a lot of trouble. Take a look at some of the benefits that installing a water softener at the Lake of the Ozarks can provide.

1. Appliances Last Longer
The minerals that make up hard water are also what makes up scale buildup and mineral deposits in your plumbing and appliances. Scale from hard water can clog plumbing, and it damages your water-consuming appliances, wearing them down over time. They become less and less effective until eventually they break down. With softened water, washing machines could run with a water temperature of 60 degrees instead of 100 degrees and still remove tough stains. Appliances like dishwashers and washing machines are much more likely to retain the original factory efficiency rating for an extended time with softened water.

2. Less Soap and Detergent Required
Certain minerals in the hard water reacts with soaps or detergents, preventing it from interacting with soils, stains and dirty dishes. Softened water reduces the need for detergent by more than 50 percent because it doesn't contain the minerals that reacts with the cleaning products. Studies have even shown that with soft water, using cold water to clean works better than using hot hard water.

3. Hair and Skin is More Hydrated
Hard water and soap are not compatible. The soap reacts with the minerals in hard water, creating soap curd, leaving sticky residue on your skin and your pores clogged. Soft water can prevent clogged pores and allow soap to lather better on your skin. The minerals in hard water cause your hair cuticles to stand up, which can make your hair feel rough and dry and can strip your hair's natural oils which keep your hair naturally soft and shiny.

Lake of the Ozarks has some of the hardest water in the region, and Lindyspring Systems knows how hard it can be on your residential and business plumbing and household appliances. We're here to share with you some solutions to fight those hard water issues, saving you the headache of constant maintenance issues and wasted money. We've got several products that can help protect your drinking water at the Lake of the Ozarks. This week we are featuring our Impression Series® RC Conditioner:

Prepare to be Impressed... with the Impression Series! It will soften your water while removing the chlorine using only one unit.

Lindyspring Impression Series RC Conditioners

• A Single System Used to Effectively Treat Municipal Water 
• Removes hardness 
• Removes chlorine and associated odors 
• Softens household water using minimal salt and water 

Whether you have municipal water that is hard or chlorinated, Impression Series®RC water conditioners deliver the clear, soft, odor-free water you want and need. It's environmentally-friendly tank design eliminates the need for two systems by combining two medias into one tank. The activated carbon removes chlorine and other unwanted tastes while the high capacity resin is used for the maximum in softening capabilities. It's true... nothing will last longer than your first Impression.

Features:

• Special "mid-plate" design eliminates the need for two tanks 
• Meter monitors and self-adjusts regeneration cycles based on household trends of water consumption 
• Extended lithium battery backup 
• Efficient to operate - uses less water and energy, less wear on clothing and appliances 
• Single tank design causes less pressure drops 
• Extends the life of resin media on chlorinated water 
• Advanced history and diagnostic screens