Reply To: Calcium deposits in faucets

[GaryPurolite1Participant]

First, to determine is they are in fact Calcium particles put some into an acid such as Vinegar or even Muriatic. If they bubble they are Calcium and Magnesium (Hardness) precipitates. If no bubbling, they are likely particles of the plastic Dip Tube in the Water Heater and the Dip Tube has failed. If it is the Dip Tube, it needs to be replaced and your hot water system flushed