Get rid of limescale buildup on your taps with the help of our solutions from a Rescue Rooter.

You know that unsightly, crusty build-up you see on your taps and shower heads in Hamilton? It’s called limescale and you can remove it and prevent it from appearing. 

What is limescale? It’s that crusty buildup, that is white and gray, and is caused by hard water that has a high mineral content. Because many homes have hard water, the appearance of limescale is more common than you think. 

Can I remove the limescale myself? Yes, you sure can!

How do I remove it? It’s easier than you may think and a very inexpensive task. If you have white vinegar, you’re good to go. If you prefer, you can go ahead and purchase a product whose purpose is to remove limescale.

Your residential plumber in Hamilton can recommend what you can buy to help you out with the removal. The easiest way to remove limescale from your taps and shower head is to fill a baggie with white vinegar, attach to the faucet, tap, showerhead with an elastic band then let it sit for an hour.  Some people have had success with the use of lemon. Just place half a lemon over the limescale buildup for half an hour, then scrub with a toothbrush. The limescale will fall off into the baggie. If any is left behind, a good scrubbing will remove it.

Please be aware that if there is a lot of limescale visible to you, there could be limescale formed on your pipes. Give your Hamilton plumber a call and they will take a look at what you can’t see. For instance, your Hamilton residential plumbers at A Rescue Rooter have CCTV cameras and the equipment to repair and remove the limescale on your pipes.

How can I prevent limescale? The longer you ignore the limescale buildup in Hamilton, the harder it is to remove it. You can prevent limescale from forming to regular clean and wipe away any water you can see. A good idea is to make a solution of warm water and white vinegar and regularly give the fixtures a good clean.  Don’t forget your dishwasher needs care also. Use salt every time you run the dishwasher, even if you use multi-use tabs. 

The most expensive way to prevent limescale from forming is to install a water softener and they are good at removing mineral deposits before the hard water begins to flow. Your residential plumbers in Hamilton will be more than happy to discuss water softeners with you.

A call to A Rescue Rooter will help you with all your plumbing repairs in Hamilton, twenty-four hours a day. Their technicians are fully licensed, insured and most importantly a phone call away! No job is too big or too small and they can help you with their state-of-the-art equipment that includes the use of CCTV video for diagnosis and repair. They never charge a premium for your Hamilton emergency repair. 

In Hamilton, call A Rescue Rooter at (905) 521-8284.