Comments on: Here is Why You Should NOT Buy The Eddy Descaler

By: Troy

Troy — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 17:17:11 +0000

Would 2 of the Eddy Descaler units improve it’s performance? And should you put it before or after other types of filter systems to either perform more optimal, or help other filters, or reduce wear on other filters, or best perform after other filters?

By: Brian

Brian — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 13:26:49 +0000

Happened to look at my Eddy today…it had about 3/4” of water in it…how can that be??? I unplugged it and it will be headed for the trash. Not impressed at all

By: Luke George

Luke George — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 17:16:01 +0000

In reply to GK.

Hi GK

My understanding is that the Eddy is only effective at lower levels of GPG and even then I’m still skeptical because I’ve seen so many mixed reviews.

Stay hydrated,
Luke

By: GK

GK — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 17:02:49 +0000

Hello.

As I am a tenant, I am rather looking for solutions which does not involve me paying a big and expensive installation that will be left behind when I will leave my flat, therefore the Eddy configuration would come handy here. However I read that it doesn’t work above 20 GPG but rather shows the best results at 10 GPG and under. The water in my area is at 15 GPG, would you think it worth it or I should go for something that will shows better results even though it might be left behind? Also at 15 GPG would it prevent limescale building up in my kettle or not really?

Kind regards

By: gregory alan smith

gregory alan smith — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 23:03:34 +0000

Hi a year and ahalf after installing the Eddie we still have water stains and a new problem white chunky goop that builds up under the toilet rim as this is a new problem I think its the Eddie our pipes are clean now our toilet is getting the residule left over from the pipes this stuff is as big as half your thumb and like a pastey caulk

By: Luke George

Luke George — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 13:03:35 +0000

In reply to tim.

Hi Tim

I doubt that very much because the Eddy temporarily changes the structure of your water so that the “hard water minerals” don’t stick to your pipes – at least this is what it’s supposed to do in theory.

However, if you are already getting a salt-based softener then I don’t think you need the Eddy because the softener will deal with the hard water much more conclusively?

Stay hydrated,
Luke

By: tim

tim — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 02:11:09 +0000

I was wondering if there was any downside to installing the Eddy descaler after my well pump and then a water softener. Will the Eddy interfere with the softener’s job? I would be using a standard salt-based softener.

By: Luke George

Luke George — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 11:27:29 +0000

In reply to Mike.

Hi Mike

I don’t think the Eddy will do anything significant to your heater except reduce the scale buildup. If this is what you want then installing it closer to the heater where it can be more effective makes the most sense.

However, this is just my guess. Shoot the company an email and see if they can clarify further info@eddy.uk.com

I would love it if you could get back to me and let me know how you got on so I can update my own knowledge in this area.

Stay hydrated,
Luke

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 09:46:39 +0000

Hi
I’ve heard these things have a limited range in piping. If I was to install this, I would imagine it would be right at the water entrance to my house. What would the effects be in my hot water heater? Would I need to install another one downstream of the water heater?

By: Luke George

Luke George — Fri, 22 May 2020 08:07:27 +0000

In reply to Dave.

Hi Dave

Not really because the descaler doesn’t remove anything from your water it supposedly “re-conditions” the water so you stop experiencing things like limescale.

So perhaps use limescale remover before you install your new device and see if the limescale returns to know if the descaler works.

Stay hydrated,
Luke

By: Dave

Dave — Thu, 21 May 2020 22:31:51 +0000

I just bought a water descaler. Is there any way to test the water to measure how efficient it is?

By: Luke George

Luke George — Sun, 26 Apr 2020 15:58:46 +0000

In reply to Sher.

Hi Sher

Yes you can.

You can install the Aquasana at the mains supply and then install the Eddy at another point of the entry pipe. However, Aquasana by itself can treat hard water up to 24 GPG (Grains Per Gallons), which is very hard. It will also filter your water and make it safe to drink by itself unlike the Eddy.

Let me know if you need any further help.

Stay hydrated,
Luke

By: Sher

Sher — Sun, 26 Apr 2020 15:46:59 +0000

Our water is extremely hard, can you use the eddy with the aquasana?

By: mrwatergeek

mrwatergeek — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 09:12:58 +0000

In reply to Lydia. Hi Lydia Descalers don't change the make up of your water, they simply move the minerals around so they act differently. They don't filter, soften, or change the pH of your water. This means that if you already have high pH water then you will still have high pH water after installing a descaler. If you want healthier water for drinking and bathing in then you should really add on a water filter to the descaler. Aquasana is the best at allowing you to add on filters and other water treatment options to a salt free water "softener" descaler. Best wishes, Luke

By: Lydia

Lydia — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 10:35:37 +0000

Does the Eddy and other water Descalers change the Ph of the water? Are there any known human health effects to drinking this magnetized ionized water? I want to be careful about the solution we choose because this is what we drink and bathe in! We are at about 9 GPG. Thanks!