How water quality changes after treatment with the Fleck System
The treated water reduces both acid and hardness levels
The Fleck Acidic Water + Hard Water (Well) System ships ready to configure and is designed to condition water by lowering acidity and softening hardness minerals such as calcium and magnesium. This results in water that is less likely to cause staining, scaling, or unpleasant taste.
Treated water helps protect plumbing and appliances
By addressing the acid and hardness content, the system diminishes mineral buildup and lowers the risk of corrosion, extending the life of pipes and household equipment.
How sampling depth and source impact water quality expectations
Sampled wells ranged from 9 to 140 feet deep in aquifer 211MDDF
The USGS groundwater data reflects measurements from wells at these depths, showing that hardness varies within this range but is always detected.
Variability in hardness from 1.73 to 19.1 mg/L
This range in calcium and magnesium concentrations shows potential fluctuations in hardness depending on specific well location and depth within Richland County.
Steps to identify your household water conditions
Start with a visual and taste check for signs of hardness or acidity
Look for scale deposits on faucets or spotting on dishes, which can indicate harder water. Slight metallic taste or water discoloration could also suggest acid presence.
Order a laboratory water test for precise analysis
To know your water’s exact hardness and acid characteristics, a certified lab test is necessary since government sampling reflects only area averages, not individual wells.
Fixtures and appliances most affected by acid and hardness
Water heaters show buildup and reduced efficiency first
Hardness minerals can accumulate inside tanks, lowering performance and increasing energy use over time.
Clothes washers and dishwashers may have spotting and rinse issues
High hardness can interfere with cleaning, leaving residues on fabrics and dishes.
Plumbing can suffer from corrosion or scale buildup
Acidic water may accelerate pipe wear, while hardness leads to mineral deposits narrowing water flow.
Differences between public system records and private well testing
Public records show no federal limits exceeded in Richland County aquifer 211MDDF
The USGS sampling of 26 wells over five years detected hardness but none above any federal threshold. This indicates no regulatory concern at the area level.
Private well testing is essential to establish your water’s status
Government data cannot substitute for testing your home’s water since local variations occur even within the aquifer area.
This information is based on USGS groundwater sampling of aquifer 211MDDF in Richland County, South Carolina from 2011 to 2016 and can be verified at the USGS water data website.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2016-09-01. These figures describe groundwater sampled in this area. They are not a test of any individual private well - only a test of that well can establish its own water.
On record: U.S. Geological Survey sampling of Hardness, Ca, Mg in the 211MDDF aquifer (Richland County): 30 results from 26 wells, median 7.485 mg/L, range 1.73-19.1 mg/L; none above any federal threshold
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