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How hard is my water and what's my water pressure? The hardness of Schererville’s water is commonly 7.Zero. The water pressure is generally between 45 & 55. Back to top Why do my water odor and taste musty? Every 12 months the algae in Lake Michigan undergo cycles with intervals of height boom in early spring, mid-summer time and once more in past due fall. This reasons an unsightly (but innocent) taste in the water, defined as “musty”. The abundance of algae has been related to the creation of the zebra mussel into Lake Michigan. This mollusk is living water clear out that it is local to Europe. As it feeds it gets rid of particles from the water. The feeding of billions of zebra mussels has expanded daylight penetration that promotes the growth of algae. When easterly winds prevail, these algae gather within the exceptionally shallow water within the location of our intake pipes in addition to those of all close to-via water treatment plants. Should you observe this variation, you may be confident that the water is flawlessly safe to use. The flavor of the water will return to ordinary soon after the wind route changes. Meanwhile, the taste of the water may be advanced by way of maintaining it in an open pitcher within the fridge. Lower back to pinnacle Why does my tap water appearance cloudy? Every iciness we acquire some telephone calls announcing their water seems cloudy. Do no longer be alarmed, it's far innocent, it is the handiest AIR. This is because of the temperature of Lake Michigan. When water is pumped via distribution mains at the way to your property it begins to heat because it flows underground. This warming trend continues as the water enters the pipes in your house. All along it remains underneath stress. This pressure forces the air to remain in solution even though its concentration is several times in extra of the water’s current capacity. As soon as a family tap is opened, the stress is relieved and dissolved air begins to launch. If you observe a pitcher of this ‘cloudy’ water, you will quickly notice that it begins to clean at the bottom. As the bubbles upward push to the top of the glass and dad, the band of cloudiness slowly starts to disappear. These tiny bubbles are seen upon near inspection. Once the cloudiness dissipates, the water is flawlessly clean. No residue is visible at the lowest of the glass, presenting similarly proof that this is surely air. Returned to pinnacle What are the white debris every so often observed in my faucet aerators? There's a developing hassle throughout America today, brought about via residential water heater dip tubes crafted from inferior polymer plastic. These tubes are going to pieces in the tank, inflicting hot-water shortages and polluting household plumbing systems with white plastic debris. When the owners find these particles floating in their water or clogging their aerators, they often name their water company to bitch. Why? Because water users perceive this as something that is coming into their residence from the water being supplied from the Town, no longer something this is originating within their homes. The Schererville Water Department recommends that you touch a licensed plumber to discuss correction to this condition..