Tired of Hard Water in the Hill Country? Here’s the Fix.

Water should taste fresh, look clear, and keep your home running smoothly. But in the Texas Hill Country, that’s not always the case. Between some of the hardest water in Texas and the challenges of rural well systems, homeowners face real headaches when it comes to water quality.

That’s where 72 Degrees Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing comes in. Since 1986, we’ve been helping Hill Country families protect their plumbing, appliances, and comfort with customized water treatment solutions. From whole home water filters to water softeners and well water systems, we know how to tackle the unique challenges of our region’s water.

Our Hill Country Homes Need Water Treatment

Every home in our area has its own water story:

• Hard city water (Kerrville & Fredericksburg): Safe but packed with calcium and magnesium, leaving scale on faucets, cloudy dishes, and overworked water heaters.
• Private wells across the Hill Country: Sediment, iron stains, and even sulfur smells (that “rotten egg” odor) are common concerns.
• Vacation rentals & second homes: Guests expect clean, great-tasting water, and owners need to protect plumbing and appliances that sit idle part of the year.
• Historic homes: Older plumbing is more vulnerable to scale buildup and corrosion.

Untreated water shortens the life of your appliances, damages plumbing, and affects your daily comfort. That’s why so many Hill Country homeowners turn to 72 Degrees Texas for solutions tailored to their homes.

Why a Pitcher Filter Isn’t Enough

A pitcher filter might make your fridge water taste better, but it doesn’t do anything for your showers, your laundry, or your water heater. Here’s the difference:

• Pitchers & faucet filters: Fine for a single glass of water, but that’s where the benefits stop.
• Under-sink systems: Treat one faucet, but leave the rest of your home exposed to scale and sediment.
• Reverse osmosis (RO): Excellent for drinking water, but wastes water and isn’t practical for the whole house.
• Whole home systems: Installed where water enters the home, protecting every tap, appliance, and shower.

At 72 Degrees, we design and install whole home water filters and softeners matched to the Hill Country’s hard water and well water quirks.

Tackling Hard Water in the Texas Hill Country

Hard water is the #1 water problem in Kerrville, Fredericksburg, and the surrounding areas. High levels of calcium and magnesium leave behind scale that:

• Coats faucets and showerheads with white crust.
• Shortens the lifespan of water heaters, dishwashers, and coffee makers.
• Makes clothes look dull and stiff.
• Leaves skin and hair feeling dry.

The fix? A professionally installed water softener. At 72 Degrees, we’ve installed hundreds of softeners across the Hill Country, helping families extend the life of their plumbing and enjoy softer, cleaner water every day.

Well Water Worries? We’ve Got You Covered

For rural homes on private wells, water can bring different challenges. Sediment clogs, orange iron stains, and sulfur odors are all common in Hill Country wells. DIY filters are often too small or installed in the wrong place, so they don’t solve the problem for long.

Our licensed plumbers size and install well water filters designed for your home’s flow rate and water conditions. That means fewer surprises and reliable, safe water every time you turn on the tap.

Vacation Homes & Rentals: Protect Your Investment

If you own a Fredericksburg B&B, manage a Kerrville Airbnb, or keep a second home in the Hill Country, water quality isn’t just about comfort — it’s about protecting your investment and your guest experience. Properties that sit idle for months often develop scale, odors, or cloudy water, and nothing kills a five-star review faster than guests complaining about smelly showers or stained fixtures.

A professionally installed whole home water filter and softener work quietly in the background, keeping your plumbing safe year-round and ensuring the water is always fresh, clean, and guest-ready. With reliable water treatment, you can preserve your property, avoid costly plumbing damage, and deliver the kind of experience that keeps guests coming back — and leaving glowing reviews.

Choose 72 Degrees Texas for Water Treatment in the Hill Country

At 72 Degrees Texas, we believe clean water shouldn’t be a luxury, it should be a given. That’s why we offer solutions for every home and every budget. From simple sediment filters to full multi-stage systems with softening and whole home protection, we design water treatment that fits your household’s needs. And with flexible financing, it’s easier than ever to protect your water supply without breaking the bank.

Since 1986, we’ve installed hundreds of filters and softeners across Kerrville, Fredericksburg, and the surrounding Hill Country. From historic homes to rural ranches to bustling vacation rentals, our licensed team knows the quirks of Texas water and fixes them the right way.

When you choose 72 Degrees, you’re not just getting a filter; you’re getting the confidence of our Home Comfort Guarantee. That means priority service, honest pricing, and the assurance that we’ll stand behind our work long after the installation is complete.

From hard water scale to sulfur smells, 72 Degrees has the Hill Country covered. If you’re ready for water that’s safe, clean, and actually feels good, don’t wait for another appliance breakdown or a stained faucet to remind you.

Call us today for an in-home water assessment and discover which whole home water filter or softener is right for your family.

Because when it comes to your water, you shouldn’t settle for anything less than the best — and in the Hill Country, that’s 72 Degrees.