Smelly or hard water in your home? You’re not alone

7063837684 • April 27, 2025

Say Goodbye to Smelly Water: How a Water Softener Can Help Your Home

Say Goodbye to Smelly Water: How a Water Softener Can Help Your Home
Ever noticed a rotten egg smell when you turn on the tap? Or cloudy water that leaves stains and weird tastes behind? You're not alone. Many homes in the Fargo–Moorhead area deal with smelly or hard water—and it’s more than just a nuisance. At Northstar Plumbing & Drain Cleaning, we offer reliable, long-term water softener solutions that improve your home’s water quality from the inside out.

What's Causing That Smell?
That funky odor is often caused by hydrogen sulfide gas or sulfur bacteria, which are naturally present in some water sources—especially wells. These culprits can make your water smell like rotten eggs and affect its taste, appearance, and even your plumbing.

Hard Water: The Silent Problem
Even if your water doesn’t smell, it might still be hard water—loaded with minerals like calcium and magnesium. Over time, hard water can:
  • Leave spots on dishes and glassware
  • Dry out skin and hair
  • Buildup scale inside your pipes and appliances
  • Reduce water pressure and increase utility bills
  • Shorten the lifespan of water-using appliances
How a Water Softener Fixes It?

A water softener system from Northstar filters out those minerals and helps neutralize unpleasant odors. The result? Clean, fresh, and soft water that’s better for your family, your plumbing, and your appliances.

Why Choose Northstar?
We’re your trusted local team in the Fargo–Moorhead region, and we take pride in delivering top-quality service with every installation. When you work with us, you can expect:

  • Personalized water testing and recommendations
  • Expert installation and ongoing maintenance
  • Friendly, dependable service you can count on

Don’t Settle for Smelly or Stained Water

Let’s make your home’s water clean, soft, and worry-free. Reach out today to schedule your water evaluation and see how a Northstar water softener can make all the difference.


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