We have a well. The water is rock hard and calcium deposits grow like moss. We are looking both for
1. purification system
2. softening system - or does anyone know if there's a way to get rid of calcium carbonate via another route?

Any recommendations?

Thank you so much!

Piano Gal

I've done some quick research on this:

These systems are NOT inexpensive. I operate in Central Florida with a well for household water. It has been tested drinkable, although I only use it for washing and showering. I purchase separate drinking water. My well water mainly contains added iron....which I just clean/remove once per month. This is much less expensive than an alternative treatment system.

-For yourself, you'll want to first have a pro analyze your water for exact composition and 'grains' of hardness. If your water is causing problems with your pipes and appliances...then a softening system might be in order.

-My take on the situation would be to by a separate, inexpensive water softening system, and a single 'under-the-counter' style reverse osmosis water filtration system for drinking....if you are so inclined. Reverse osmosis seems to be the gold standard for drinking water.

-Just some quick research.

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Ellen

If it was my house, I wouldn't worry about trying
to soften the water, but would use a good Sediment Filter (or
two) for the whole house water, and have a Steam Distiller for the
drinking water, and food preparation......WY

I thought that RO water is not good because it is acidic. RO water is too pure. Can someone elaborate on the best water content to drink?

All water is slightly acidic because of the carbon dioxide that makes it way into the water. This is true of even spring water or rain water. The "alkaline" water machines are a bit of fad right now, but one needs not drink alkaline water if one's diet is already alkaline, like a healthy raw food diet.