Water hardness in Neibu
248 mg/L very hard
Tap water in Neibu is very hard: 248 mg/L (14.5 gpg · 13.9 °dH · 24.8 °fH).
Source: Taiwan Water Corporation open data (2026) · data checked 2026-10-20
Neibu is reported by Taiwan Water Corporation at 248.0 mg/L CaCO₃ in 2026 (customer tap water). Pingtung lies in the Gaoping River basin, whose water also supplies Kaohsiung and Tainan; the local raw-water mix is not confirmed here. At this level scale builds up quickly in kettles, heaters and shower heads, so a softener or scale protection is worth considering.
Taiwan Water Corporation reports total hardness in mg/L CaCO₃; the drinking-water standard is 300 mg/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 248 mg/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | Taiwan Water Corporation |
How Neibu compares
- Tap water in Neibu is 97 % harder than the median of the 265 cities we track in Taiwan (126 mg/L).
- By hardness it ranks 6 of 265 in Taiwan (1 = hardest); 98 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Pingtung County it is number 4 of 27 cities; the regional median is 155 mg/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Checheng, 3 km away (93 mg/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Taiwan →
What it means at home
- Severe scale: heater elements and washing-machine heaters fail early.
- Detergent use is very high; taps and screens coat within days.
- Dishwasher at maximum salt setting.
- An ion-exchange softener is practically essential; RO for drinking water.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Yes. At this hardness a softener pays for itself through appliance life and detergent.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 1 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Neibu
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 14 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 3 |
| Beko | 4th |
| Hoover | S2 |
| LG | H3 |
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 Neibu water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 248 mg/L as CaCO₃ (14.5 gpg, 13.9 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Neibu safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Taiwan Water Corporation reports total hardness in mg/L CaCO₃; the drinking-water standard is 300 mg/L.
How many grains per gallon is Neibu water?
14.5 gpg, equal to 13.9 °dH, 24.8 °fH or 248 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Neibu?
For 248 mg/L (13.9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Neibu?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Taiwan Water Corporation open data (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Taiwan Water Corporation open data · Outdated figure? Tell us