South Salt Lake, Utah Water Hardness & Water Softener Guide
South Salt Lake has hard water at about 16 grains per gallon — here is what that means for your home and how to fix it.
Where South Salt Lake’s water comes from
South Salt Lake’s water comes primarily from Wells and canyon water. 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 16 grains per gallon hard?
Yes. Water above 7 gpg is considered hard, so South Salt Lake at 16 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 South Salt Lake
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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South Salt Lake water hardness FAQ
How hard is the water in South Salt Lake, Utah? About 16 grains per gallon, which is hard.
Do I need a water softener in South Salt Lake? A water softener is recommended to cut scale and protect your appliances.
Where does South Salt Lake get its drinking water? Wells and canyon water.
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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