HARDNESS  & sodium if you on well water (that means everyone west of burntstore rd)

Hard water is water that has high mineral content mainly calcium and magnesium as well as other dissolved compounds such as bicarbonates and sulfates.These minerals have a wide impact on households. Hard water interferes with almost every cleaning task from laundering and dishwashing to bathing and personal grooming. Clothes laundered in hard water may look dingy and feel harsh and scratchy. Dishes and glasses washed in hard water may be spotted on drying. Hard water may cause a film on glass shower doors, shower walls and bathtubs. Hair washed in hard water may feel sticky and look dull. Hard water also contributes to inefficient and costly operation of water-using appliances.