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Originally Posted by TedfromGA
In general, Florida water has a higher content of calcium due to the limestone deposits underground. While the water is safe to drink you will find calcium deposits on items where water is allowed to evaporate e.g. around handles on sinks, on glasses and clear dishes, on the dishwasher sides, sides of toilet bowls, etc. Your water heater (electric or gas) will over time have calcium buildup shorting the life of the unit. The only way to prevent calcium deposits is to have a water softener. You will also need a filtering system to remove dirt and other particles suspended in the water before entering the water softener. Nova's products that I use would be my recommendation. I chose a potassium chloride water softener vs. a salt based unit from Nova along with their filter system. This combination will remove most of the "Florida taste" as well as the damaging calcium. I also have a Reverse Osmosis (RO) system for the water on the refrigerator. This completely removes any taste and all bacteria in the water. The ice cubes are clear and the water is better than any bottled water you can buy. FYI Nova also installed the RO system.
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Actually, if you look at the USGS water hardness map, Florida water has about the same or less calcium than more than half of the country. The hardest water is located in the middle part of the USA.