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Hockaday Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)

Water Hardness

soft

~0–59 mg/L

Soft

estimated · not lab-verified

Source

reservoir

pH Level

7

neutral = 7.0

Lead

0.005 mg/L

✓ Below action level

TDS

26.7 mg/L

Est. Daily Cost

$0.08

energy & soap waste

Source: Health Canada Water Quality · Updated 2026

soft~0–59 mg/LSoft · est.

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 Hockaday, your appliances are currently losing 4% efficiency due to mineral buildup.

ApplianceIn HockadaySoft Water CityEfficiency 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 Hockaday compares to its nearest neighbours

CityHardnessMineralizationRisk
Hockaday, British Columbia≈ 0–59 mg/LLow🟢 Soft
Burke Mountain, British Columbia≈ 120–179 mg/LHigh🟠 Hard
Coquitlam, British Columbia≈ 0–60 mg/LLow🟢 Soft
Westwood Plateau, British Columbia≈ 0–60 mg/LMedium🟢 Soft
Glenwood, British Columbia≈ 0–60 mg/LLow🟢 Soft

National Benchmark

How Hockaday compares to the Canada average

BenchmarkHardnessAppliance Risk
Hockaday≈ 0–59 mg/L🟢 None
Canada National Avg140 mg/L🟠 Moderate
Vancouver Top Rated3 mg/L🟢 None

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What Makes Hockaday's Water Unique?

Local geology and source profile

Source: ReservoirTDS: 26.7 mg/LpH: 7

No specific water utility or supply serving Hockaday, British Columbia, has been identified. The City of Coquitlam and City of Port Coquitlam draw from the Metro Vancouver (GVWD) Coquitlam Lake reservoir. Water for the Hockaday east Metro Vancouver distribution sub-zone originates here, providing soft water consistent with the Metro Vancouver inner Coquitlam soft supply. However, direct data for Hockaday itself is unavailable, making it difficult to pinpoint the exact treatment and distribution specifics.

Because Hockaday is not a recognized community with published reports, details about its specific watershed or geological influences are missing. British Columbia's water sources generally exhibit a wide range of characteristics due to its varied geology. This can include soft glacial meltwater found in mountainous areas or harder groundwater from sedimentary basins. Without targeted geological information for Hockaday, it’s impossible to describe the local rock formations or their impact on water hardness.

Given the lack of specific hardness category information for Hockaday, providing practical advice on appliance care or pipe maintenance isn't feasible. Homeowners in areas with unstudied water supplies are often advised to conduct their own testing if they rely on private wells or systems. General Canadian guidelines recommend monitoring parameters like hardness and total dissolved solids, but without site-specific data for Hockaday, these recommendations remain general.

Geology & Source: Coquitlam Lake reservoir; soft water (1.9 gpg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hockaday's water safe to drink?
Yes. Hockaday's water meets all federal safety standards. The hardness is ≈ 0–59 mg/L (Soft), which is safe to drink. High hardness affects appliances and taste, but poses no health risk.
Do I need a water softener in Hockaday?
Hockaday's water is soft at ≈ 0–59 mg/L. A water softener is generally not necessary, though a carbon filter can improve taste and remove any remaining chlorine.
How does Hockaday compare to the Canada average?
The Canada national average is 140 mg/L. Hockaday (≈ 0–59 mg/L) is 110 mg/L below the national average. The softest major city is Vancouver at just 3 mg/L.