Water Hardness in Remington, VA

Q: Do I need a water softener in Remington, VA?

At a citywide weighted average of 94 PPM, Remington has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve Remington, VA?

Remington, Virginia has 3 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

Virginia · 1 zip codes · 3 matched water systems

94 PPM

5.5 GPG

Slightly Hard

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 20263 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 3 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis

3 USGS-backed sources

3 matched systems total for this city; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.

Water source profile

Primarily surface water

Surface-water hardness can shift with reservoirs, runoff, season, and treatment. This profile is weighted by known population served across matched systems.

Data recency

March 9, 2026

Dataset rebuilt March 9, 2026; individual utility reporting years can vary.

Hardness is a mineral-content reading, not a drinking-water safety rating. Use it for scale, appliance, and softener decisions; check your utility report or test your tap before sizing treatment equipment. See how we calculate local readings.

Water Systems in Remington

These systems are matched to Remington, VA. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but the system serving a specific address may differ from the city average.

3 water systems

PWSID is the public water system identifier. Data Source shows whether the hardness value comes from a treated-water report, USGS monitoring, or a local estimate; source year is shown when available.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
Warrenton, Town Of VA6061600	surface water	103 PPM Slightly Hard	11,801	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Remington, Town Of VA6061500	groundwater	26 PPM Soft	1,540	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Randle Ridge VA6047431	groundwater	26 PPM Soft	57	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Warrenton, Town Of

VA6061600

Slightly Hard

103 PPMsurface water11,801 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Remington, Town Of

VA6061500

Soft

26 PPMgroundwater1,540 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Randle Ridge

VA6047431

Soft

26 PPMgroundwater57 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Zip Codes in Remington, VA

2273494

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed hardness reading. Confirm your tap reading before sizing or buying treatment equipment.

Slightly Hard Water

Your water is slightly hard. You may notice minor spotting on dishes or a slight film on faucets. A water softener is optional but can improve water quality.

Recommended Products

Water Hardness Test Kit

Our PickVarify (150 Strips)Also GreatJNW Direct (150 Strips)

Salt-Free Water Conditioner

Our PickSpringWell Salt-Free Cartridge

Learn more: Do I Need a Water Softener? | Salt-Based vs Salt-Free | How to Test Your Water

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the water in Remington, VA?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Remington, VA is 94 PPM (5.5 GPG), classified as slightly hard. This is based on 3 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Remington, VA?

At 94 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Remington, VA safe to drink?

Water hardness itself is a mineral-content reading, not a drinking-water safety rating. Calcium and magnesium are naturally occurring minerals, but you should check your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for contaminant and compliance information.

How many water systems serve Remington, VA?

Remington, Virginia is served by 3 matched water systems across 1 zip code.