Cedar City, Utah Water Hardness & Water Softener Guide
Cedar City has hard water at about 15 grains per gallon — here is what that means for your home and how to fix it.
Where Cedar City’s water comes from
Cedar City’s water comes primarily from Local wells and mountain springs. As that water moves through Utah’s mineral-rich geology it picks up calcium and magnesium — the minerals that make water hard and leave scale behind.
Is 15 grains per gallon hard?
Yes. Water above 7 gpg is considered hard, so Cedar City at 15 gpg is hard — well above the national average. Hard water shortens the life of water heaters and appliances, spots dishes and glass, clogs fixtures, and dries skin and hair.
What CASA recommends in Cedar City
A water softener is recommended to cut scale and protect your appliances. For drinking and cooking, pair it with a reverse-osmosis system, and add whole-home carbon filtration to remove chlorine taste and odor at every tap.
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Cedar City water hardness FAQ
How hard is the water in Cedar City, Utah? About 15 grains per gallon, which is hard.
Do I need a water softener in Cedar City? A water softener is recommended to cut scale and protect your appliances.
Where does Cedar City get its drinking water? Local wells and mountain springs.
How do I find my exact hardness? Book a free CASA water test, or use our free water calculators and statewide hardness map.
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