Water hardness in Warman
171 mg/L hard
Tap water in Warman is hard: 171 mg/L (10 gpg · 9.6 °dH · 17.1 °fH).
Source: City of Saskatoon 2025 Year-End Summary, Water Treatment Plant PTO Laboratory Report (2025) · data checked 2026-11-03
Regional indicative value, not measured in Warman. We will replace it with the supplier's official figure.
Warman's water is treated by the City of Saskatoon and delivered by SaskWater. The 171 mg/L CaCO3 figure comes from Saskatoon's 2025 treatment plant summary and is a regional proxy, not a Warman test. It is hard water. Tap results in Warman may differ slightly, so check with the City of Warman before buying a softener.
Health Canada: hardness above 200 mg/L is considered poor but tolerable; above 500 mg/L unacceptable.
Water data
| Total hardness | 171 mg/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | City of Warman (water treated by City of Saskatoon, distributed by SaskWater) |
How Warman compares
- Tap water in Warman is 69 % harder than the median of the 254 cities we track in Canada (101 mg/L).
- By hardness it ranks 56 of 254 in Canada (1 = hardest); 78 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Saskatchewan it is number 5 of 7 cities; the regional median is 190 mg/L.
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: North Battleford, 128 km away (224 mg/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Canada →
What it means at home
- Fast scale on taps, shower screens and kettle; white spots on glassware.
- Water heater: efficiency loss and element failures within years if unprotected.
- Dry skin and dull hair after showering are common.
- Softener recommended; jug or reverse osmosis for drinking.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Recommended, especially with a heater or boiler: scale cuts efficiency and shortens its life.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 2 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Warman
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H02 |
| Miele | 10 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 3rd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| LG | H2 |
From each brand's manual for the model family named in the source; your model may differ, so check its manual. All brands and how to change the setting →
FAQ
Is Warman water hard or soft?
It is hard: 171 mg/L as CaCO₃ (10 gpg, 9.6 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Warman safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Health Canada: hardness above 200 mg/L is considered poor but tolerable; above 500 mg/L unacceptable.
How many grains per gallon is Warman water?
10 gpg, equal to 9.6 °dH, 17.1 °fH or 171 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Warman?
For 171 mg/L (9.6 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Warman?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: City of Saskatoon 2025 Year-End Summary, Water Treatment Plant PTO Laboratory Report (2025). Method: regional estimate — pending supplier confirmation. City of Saskatoon 2025 Year-End Summary, Water Treatment Plant PTO Laboratory Report · Outdated figure? Tell us