Water hardness in Hodousice
1.07 mmol/L moderately hard
Tap water in Hodousice is moderately hard: 1.07 mmol/L (107 mg/L · 6.3 gpg · 6 °dH).
Source: ČEVAK a.s. (Veolia), Moje obec – kvalita pitné vody (2026) · data checked 2026-10-21
ČEVAK reports 107.1 mg/L CaCO₃ for Hodousice in Plzeň Region, which is moderate hardness. The published page gives one value and no source of supply. Some limescale will appear on kettles and glass, and an occasional descaling is usually enough.
Czech suppliers report "Vápník a hořčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 2–3.5 mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 1.07 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Calcium (mg/L) | 31.6 |
| Magnesium (mg/L) | 6.9 |
| Utility | ČEVAK a.s. |
How Hodousice compares
- Tap water in Hodousice is 11 % softer than the median of the 1516 cities we track in Czechia (1.2 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 853 of 1516 in Czechia (1 = hardest); 44 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Plzeňský kraj it is number 54 of 75 cities; the regional median is 1.64 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Dešenice, 2 km away (0.26 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Buková, 27 km away (1.76 mmol/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Czechia →
What it means at home
- Visible kettle scale every few weeks; vinegar or citric acid is enough.
- Water heater and washing machine: some long-term scale; a scale inhibitor slows it.
- Dishwasher: medium salt setting.
- Softener optional; pays off mainly with a gas boiler or tankless heater.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Optional. A scale inhibitor or a small softener protects the heater; soap savings are modest.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 3 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Hodousice
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H00 |
| Miele | 6 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 2nd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| LG | H1 |
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 Hodousice water hard or soft?
It is moderately hard: 107 mg/L as CaCO₃ (6.3 gpg, 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 Hodousice safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Czech suppliers report "Vápník a hořčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 2–3.5 mmol/L.
How many grains per gallon is Hodousice water?
6.3 gpg, equal to 6 °dH, 10.7 °fH or 107 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Hodousice?
For 107 mg/L (6 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 2–3.
Do I need a water softener in Hodousice?
Not essential; a scale inhibitor protects the heater cheaply.
Source
Source: ČEVAK a.s. (Veolia), Moje obec – kvalita pitné vody (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. ČEVAK a.s. (Veolia), Moje obec – kvalita pitné vody · Outdated figure? Tell us