Brentwood Park Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
~0–59 mg/L
Softestimated · not lab-verified
Source
reservoir
pH Level
7
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.006 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
11.8 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.08
energy & soap waste
Source: Health Canada Water Quality · Updated 2026
0–60
mg/L
Soft
61–120
mg/L
Moderately Hard
121–180
mg/L
Hard
180+
mg/L
Very Hard
Appliance Damage Report
In Brentwood Park, your appliances are currently losing 4% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Brentwood Park | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 8.2 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -4% |
| Washing Machine | 11.5 yrs | 12 yrs | -4% |
| Water Heater | 14.4 yrs | 15 yrs | -4% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Brentwood Park compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | Mineralization | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Brentwood Park, British Columbia | ≈ 0–59 mg/L | Low | 🟢 Soft |
| Willingdon Heights, British Columbia | ≈ 0–60 mg/L | Low | 🟢 Soft |
| Douglas-Gilpin, British Columbia | ≈ 0–60 mg/L | Low | 🟢 Soft |
| Burnaby, British Columbia | ≈ 0–60 mg/L | Low | 🟢 Soft |
| Hastings-Sunrise, British Columbia | 64.5 mg/L | Low | 🟡 Moderately Hard |
National Benchmark
How Brentwood Park compares to the Canada average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Brentwood Park | ≈ 0–59 mg/L | 🟢 None |
| Canada National Avg | 140 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Vancouver Top Rated | 3 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Brentwood Park's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
The water supply for Brentwood Park originates from the Metro Vancouver regional system, drawing from the Capilano Reservoir, Seymour Reservoir, and Coquitlam Lake Reservoir. These sources are managed by Metro Vancouver and serve numerous communities, including Burnaby. Treatment takes place at facilities like the Seymour-Capilano Filtration Plant and the Coquitlam Water Treatment Plant, ensuring the water delivered to residents meets high standards.
The watersheds feeding these reservoirs are located in British Columbia's Coast Mountains. They are characterized by Jurassic and Tertiary period geological formations, including Coast Belt plutonic complex granodiorites and related metavolcanic rocks. This granitic and volcanic bedrock, combined with protected forested areas, means the water has very little contact with limestone or other mineral-rich rocks. Consequently, the water is naturally very soft, with a low mineral content derived mainly from the weathering of siliceous materials.
Because the water is exceptionally soft, homeowners in Brentwood Park will find that scale buildup on appliances like water heaters and dishwashers is minimal. This means less maintenance and potentially longer lifespans for these machines. You'll also notice that soaps and detergents work more effectively, and there's little risk of spotting on dishes or fixtures. A water softener isn't necessary here, as hardness-related issues like soap scum are not a concern. The Metro Vancouver system also employs corrosion control measures to protect pipes.
Geology & Source: Capilano and Seymour reservoirs; granitic and volcanic rock formations; soft water due to minimal contact with carbonate-rich formations.
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