Why Salt in Water Is a Problem

Salt-based water softening systems introduce sodium into the water supply, which can lead to a range of issues:

•Damage to Equipment: Elevated salt levels can corrode and shorten the lifespan of appliances and plumbing systems in homes, businesses, and industrial facilities.

•Costly Treatment Requirements: Many industries must install specialized systems to manage salt contamination before it causes operational problems.

•Limits on Water Reuse: Excess salinity can interfere with water recycling efforts. In fact, regulatory agencies may deny permits for recycled water use if salt concentrations threaten its safe or beneficial application.

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Local Regulations on Water Softeners
Santa Barbara County has specific ordinances addressing the use of salt-based water softeners due to their environmental impact. To learn more about these regulations and how they may affect your system, please visit the Santa Barbara County Code of Ordinances.