Greene County, Ohio Still Has Hard Water-Here's What You Need to Know
Greene County’s Water Isn’t as “Soft” as You Think
If you’ve heard Greene County officials claim the local water is now "softer" or "improved," you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: with water hardness still measuring around 8 grains per gallon (GPG), Greene County residents are still dealing with moderately hard to hard water—and that can be a big problem.
At Clean Water Ohio, we get a lot of questions from homeowners throughout Beavercreek, Xenia, Fairborn, and Yellow Springs who are confused by what “8 GPG” actually means. So let’s break it down—and show you what real soft water feels like.
What Is Soft Water, Really?
The industry standard for soft water is anything below 1 GPG. Here’s a quick breakdown:
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0-1 GPG: Soft water
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1-3.5 GPG: Slightly hard water
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3.5-7 GPG: Moderately hard water
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7-10.5 GPG: Hard water
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10.5+ GPG: Very hard water
So, if Greene County's water is sitting at 8 GPG, that means you’re still bathing, cooking, and cleaning with hard water—which leads to scale buildup, dry skin, damaged appliances, and spotty dishes.
The Problem with Greene County’s “Improved” Water
Even with updated treatment systems in some areas, the county's supply still comes from natural groundwater sources loaded with calcium and magnesium—the minerals that cause hardness.
Here’s what that means for you:
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Soap doesn’t lather well
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Your water heater works harder (and costs more to run)
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Appliances like dishwashers and washing machines wear out faster
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Faucets and showerheads clog with white scale
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Skin feels dry, itchy, or irritated
No matter how much the water department says it's “better,” 8 GPG isn’t even close to soft water—and your home still needs protection.
Soft Water Solutions for Greene County Homes
At Clean Water Ohio, we specialize in whole-home water softener systems that eliminate hard water minerals and deliver truly soft, clean water to every tap in your house.
Our systems are designed for Ohio’s tough water—including Greene County’s.
We offer:
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Free water testing in Greene County
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Professional-grade water softeners from WaterCare and AO Smith
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Affordable monthly plans starting at $30/month
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Full installation and maintenance support
Serving All of Greene County and Beyond
We help homeowners across Central Ohio, including:
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Beavercreek
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Xenia
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Bellbrook
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Fairborn
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Yellow Springs
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Cedarville
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Jamestown
Whether you're on city water or well water, we’ll test your supply and recommend a system that solves your water problems—for good.
Schedule Your Free Water Test Today
If you’re tired of dry skin, crusty faucets, and spotty dishes, it's time to get real about water softness. Don’t settle for “better”—get truly soft water with help from Clean Water Ohio.