Drummondville Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
~60–119 mg/L
Moderately Hardestimated · not lab-verified
Source
river
pH Level
7.5
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.003 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
153.8 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.24
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 Drummondville, your appliances are currently losing 12% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Drummondville | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 7.5 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -12% |
| Washing Machine | 10.6 yrs | 12 yrs | -12% |
| Water Heater | 13.2 yrs | 15 yrs | -12% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Drummondville compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | Mineralization | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Drummondville, Quebec | ≈ 60–119 mg/L | Medium | 🟡 Moderately Hard |
| Sainte-Catherine, Quebec | ≈ 180+ mg/L | High | 🔴 Very Hard |
| Bécancour, Quebec | ≈ 0–60 mg/L | Low | 🟢 Soft |
| Trois-Rivières, Quebec | ≈ 0–60 mg/L | Low | 🟢 Soft |
| Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | High | 🟠 Hard |
National Benchmark
How Drummondville compares to the Canada average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Drummondville | ≈ 60–119 mg/L | 🟡 Low |
| Canada National Avg | 140 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Vancouver Top Rated | 3 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Drummondville's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
The City of Drummondville Water Utility supplies around 80,000 people in Drummondville, Quebec, and nearby parts of the Centre-du-Québec region. The water comes from local artesian wells, mainly the Eauvy M-N artesian well system situated near Drummondville and Saint-Hyacinthe. Municipal treatment facilities process the groundwater before it enters the city’s distribution pipes. Unlike some neighboring cities, Drummondville does not rely on surface water from reservoirs or rivers for its supply.
The groundwater for Drummondville originates in the St. Lawrence Lowlands, part of the Yamaska River basin. The bedrock beneath the area consists of Ordovician carbonate platforms, including limestones and dolomites belonging to the Beekmantown Group. These formations are known for creating productive karst aquifers. Glacial deposits and sediments from the Champlain Sea cover these bedrock layers, affecting how local precipitation recharges the groundwater. This limestone-rich geology naturally infuses the water with dissolved minerals, resulting in a supply that tends to form scale.
Because the water is moderately hard, Drummondville residents often notice limescale buildup in appliances like kettles, coffee makers, and water heaters. This scale can decrease efficiency by 20-30% over time. You might also see spotting on dishes from your dishwasher and find that detergents aren't as effective in your washing machine. Stubborn deposits can appear on bathroom fixtures. Simple steps like regular descaling with vinegar, using low-flow aerators, or installing magnetic descalers can help. For those bothered by persistent scale or who want to protect their appliances, a water softener is a good investment to extend their lifespan. The utility tests for hardness, iron, manganese, chlorides, and sulfates, with all sources meeting Quebec's strict standards. Recent tests show no lead or copper issues, and while PFAS data wasn't readily available, the groundwater source helps minimize surface contaminants.
Geology & Source: St. Lawrence Lowlands sedimentary bedrock; Ordovician limestones and dolomites from Beekmantown and Chazy groups impart moderate hardness
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