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The region's water supply is classified as hard (typically 7 to 10 grains per gallon), which can lead to significant problems, including:

• Mineral Buildup (Scale): Hard water minerals (calcium and magnesium) accumulate inside pipes, faucets, and appliances (like water heaters), restricting water flow, reducing efficiency, and eventually causing damage or total system failure.
• Reduced Appliance Lifespan: Scale buildup forces water heaters, washing machines, and dishwashers to work harder, shortening their useful life and increasing energy bills.
  

Furthermore, properties in South Jordan must contend with the regional climate and geology:

• Foundation and Soil Movement: Utah's clay-rich soil is prone to expanding and contracting with changes in moisture, which can cause the home's foundation to shift. This movement puts stress on your plumbing, particularly underground and slab pipes, leading to difficult-to-detect leaks.
• Extreme Temperature Fluctuations: The extreme cold of Utah winters poses a constant risk of frozen and burst pipes, while hot summers stress cooling systems and outdoor plumbing.
• Aging Infrastructure: In established neighborhoods, issues such as corrosion in outdated pipe materials (like galvanized steel) and intrusion of tree roots into aging sewer lines are common concerns that require professional attention.