Limescale inhibitors

Question

I would like to get some advice on limescale devices / inhibitors, whether they work and if so which are the best one/s…? We have very hard water and it is affecting the functioning of our shower. 
Many thanks

Martin · Accepted Answer

Hi , I would probably recommend having a water softener installed, but this is dependent a lot on installation requirements, failing that you could try having an electrolytic scale reducer installed on the incoming main , and then a secondary one fitted to the shower supply

Naikullah · Answer

You have two options, either a water softener shall be installed or a water conditioner. A water softener removes the limestone from the water and a water conditioner nullifies the effects of hard water which does not allow limescale to form.

Jonathon · Answer

I personally & many other trade professionals think they aren’t very good. Installing a salt water filter will be much more beneficial

Ryan · Answer

They work in hard water areas you don’t need a inhibitor for hard water it’s just inline limescske reducer you fit on the hot water inlet on the boiler

David · Answer

Salamander / Fernox leaders in Water protection Salamander always renowned for good quality product .

Long Term write to your water supplier and complain.

Kenneth · Answer

I think your best bet would be to install a water softener  either a electric one or a standard one that   would be your best bet    
Bwt do a very good range of water softeners  
And I depends on what type of system you have too

Piotr · Answer

For those who want to install a water softener by themselves, are looking for a modern design and low operating costs, the Ecoperla Toro series will appeal. High-class components at a good price are the domain of the Ecoperla Vita series. Ecoperla Softcab offers three sizes to choose from. This series is a combination of solid components. For those who are looking for water softeners with additional functions, I recommend reading more about Ecoperla Slimline, while for people who need large amounts of soft water, the two-part water softeners from the Ecoperla Softower series will be perfect. If, on the other hand, you want to control the water softener using the app, Pentair IQsoft will be a good proposition.

Kenneth · Answer

I would definitely say put a water softener in  the are so much better and I would say work a lot better

Onofrio · Answer

Hi Naomi- Really depends on your budget. Magnetic inhibitors are the cheapest and will work to an extent. Salt fed mechanical softeners are by far the best, but they ain’t cheap. Guess if you weight up what you’re saving by not having to replace water filled appliances it’s worth looking into. Harvey’s I have installed these and customers seem to like them. Hope this helps!

Neil · Answer

first of all get your water PH tested, then get an whole house lime beater this will reduce it in time

Patrick · Answer

Which part of the Shower Is affected? Is it just the shower head or is it a thermostatic controller?

Mohammad · Answer

Hi dear Sir 
inhibitors Good for a Boiler but they need a water softer for a shower or bath they don't need any other thing to use we used this things for a hard water thanks 
Amjad

Michael · Answer

Hi,
There are a number of different limescale inhibitors in the market.
To name a few electrolytic, magnetic, electronic etc.
I still prefer the inline type like the electrolytic kind for cold water supply. This will be a cheaper option and should be replaced annually to experience the best results,
There are more expensive type of inhibitors anywhere up-to £1000. It all depends upon what one will pay.  For both hot water, cold need to be covered by an inhibitor you will need a plumber to install a magna type of inhibitor on your heating system near the boiler. Plus as mentioned before an in-line inhibitor on cold water supply.

Kane · Answer

Yes they are very good to have if you hard water providing they are installed at the correct points.

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