Re: white rocks in faucets?

Aug 20, 2016 1 Replies


Lately all my faucets and shower heads have been getting plugged up.


> When I unscrew them to unplug them I am finding these small white pieces
> of rock or ceramic in them. They keep getting plugged up for a few days
> and then it won't happen for a couple months or so and just keeps > repeating.
> I lived in this house for 3 years before this even started to happen. >
>
> what are these white pieces?
> can I get rid of this problem for good?
>
> thanks for any help,
>
> Sean

Ken,

You may have hard water. The calcium can precipitate out and form rocks. Folks who sell water softeners often will test your water for free.

Dave M.

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