Limescale, a real problem in Brussels
Water in the Brussels region is fairly hard, meaning rich in limescale. Day to day, this limescale builds up everywhere: on taps, in the kettle, on shower walls, but above all — and this is the costliest — inside your pipes and appliances (boiler, water heater, washing machine, dishwasher).
Why limescale is expensive
- It scales up appliance heating elements, which then use more energy to heat
- It reduces pipe flow by building up inside them
- It prematurely wears out water heaters, boilers and household appliances
- It increases the use of soap and cleaning products
How does a water softener work?
A water softener treats the water entering your home by exchanging calcium and magnesium ions (responsible for hardness) with sodium. Softened water no longer deposits scale. The unit regenerates periodically using salt, which must be topped up from time to time.
The everyday benefits
- Protected appliances and extended lifespan
- Less maintenance and descaling
- Taps and shower walls without marks
- Softer laundry, less soap needed
- Energy savings on hot water production
Installation and maintenance
A water softener is installed on the main water supply and requires a professional. Maintenance is simple: adding salt and periodic checks. A well-adjusted unit avoids wasting salt and water.
The right softener with MLAN Services
MLAN Services advises on, installs and maintains water softeners in Brussels, taking into account local hardness and your consumption. Protect your installations against limescale: contact us for a quote.