Mission Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
Source
reservoir
pH Level
7.2
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.004 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
139.4 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.21
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 Mission, your appliances are currently losing 11% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Mission | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 7.6 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -11% |
| Washing Machine | 10.7 yrs | 12 yrs | -11% |
| Water Heater | 13.4 yrs | 15 yrs | -11% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Mission compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | Mineralization | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Mission, British Columbia | 80 mg/L | Medium | 🟡 Moderately Hard |
| Fairfield, British Columbia | ≈ 0–60 mg/L | Low | 🟢 Soft |
| Clayburn, British Columbia | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | Medium | 🟠 Hard |
| Abbotsford, British Columbia | ≈ 0–60 mg/L | Low | 🟢 Soft |
| Townline, British Columbia | ≈ 0–60 mg/L | Low | 🟢 Soft |
National Benchmark
How Mission compares to the Canada average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Mission | 80 mg/L | 🟡 Low |
| Canada National Avg | 140 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Vancouver Top Rated | 3 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Mission's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Mission's drinking water comes from a shared system with Abbotsford, serving the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia. This supply originates from the Central Fraser Valley watershed, drawing from mountain sources. While detailed annual water quality reports and monthly monitoring data are available at ourwatermatters.ca, the specific hardness level isn't published. The system undergoes thousands of tests annually to ensure it meets Canadian drinking water standards.
The watershed's geology is defined by Quaternary glacial deposits sitting atop Tertiary sedimentary and volcanic bedrock. This Pacific Northwest hydrogeology, influenced by the granitic and volcanic materials of the Cascade Range and Coast Mountains, typically results in water that is soft to moderately mineralized. This geological makeup is characteristic of mountain-fed systems in the region.
Without a precise hardness measurement, the exact impact on home appliances like water heaters and dishwashers remains unquantified. Homeowners experiencing issues they suspect are related to water quality, such as scale buildup, can reach out to the City of Mission Public Works department for assistance. They can provide guidance and potentially arrange for site-specific testing to address concerns about water chemistry.
Geology & Source: Quaternary glacial deposits over Tertiary sedimentary and volcanic formations; Pacific Northwest mountain-fed systems yield soft to moderate mineralization
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