Water softeners prevent common problems with water, including chalky deposits of calcium carbonate, called limescale (or scale), and other harsh minerals, like iron and magnesium. These deposits ...

Common causes include a blocked drain hose, clogged drain ... If you live in a hard water area, consider installing a water softener to reduce mineral buildup inside the machine.

There, high bacteria was found, but not E. coli. A water softener drain line had been improperly connected to a sewer ...