Why Every Arizona Home Needs a Water Test
- Admin
- Oct 1
- 2 min read
If you’ve used Arizona water for showering or drinking, you’ve probably noticed how poor the water quality is. Most Arizona residents deal with white spots on faucets, unpleasant-tasting tap water, cloudy glassware, or even dry skin after a shower. That’s because most of Arizona’s water tests are well above the “hard water” threshold of 7 grains per gallon (GPG) or 120 parts per million (PPM), and far past the drinking water goal of 5–50 ppm on the TDS scale.
But here’s what many homeowners don’t realize — the mineral buildup you see on your shower doors is only part of the problem. Hard water and other contaminants can quietly shorten the life of your appliances, reduce water heater efficiency, clog pipes, and affect the taste and safety of your drinking water.
The Benefits of an Arizona Water Test
A quick water test can uncover issues you may not even know are there. With simple checks, you’ll find out:
Total water hardness — to see how much buildup your home is facing
Chlorine levels — which can affect taste, odor, and even skin irritation
Total dissolved solids (TDS) — to discover what’s really in your drinking water
Water pressure — since buildup in pipes can sometimes reduce flow
By identifying problems early, you’ll know if your home could benefit from a water softener, reverse osmosis (RO) system, or a customized water treatment setup. A water test can also bring attention to any system or plumbing maintenance before bigger issues arise.
How We Test Your Water
At Complete Water Systems, testing your water is quick, simple, and free. We offer two convenient options:
In-Home Water Testing: During on-site estimates, yearly system checks, or even an RO filter change, we’ll test hardness, TDS, chlorine, and water pressure right at your home.
In-Office Water Testing: Prefer to bring samples to us? Just bring up to three small, labeled samples, and we’ll test hardness, TDS, and chlorine within about 10 minutes — at no cost.
For the most accurate results, bring fresh samples (chlorine breaks down in less than 24 hours). Suggested sample points include your kitchen sink, bathroom sink, outside hose bib, and even your RO faucet if you already have one.
Protect Your Home Before the Next Season
Hard water isn’t just an inconvenience — it’s an ongoing cost to your appliances, plumbing, and comfort. By scheduling a free Arizona water test, you’ll know exactly what your home is dealing with and whether a water softener, reverse osmosis system, or simple maintenance can make a difference.
Your home’s water should work for you, not against you. Call or stop by today to get your free water test and make sure your home is ready for the season ahead.
