Gaspé Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
~0–59 mg/L
Softestimated · not lab-verified
Source
river
pH Level
7.1
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.005 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
67.5 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 Gaspé, your appliances are currently losing 4% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Gaspé | 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 Gaspé compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | Mineralization | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Gaspé, Quebec | ≈ 0–59 mg/L | Low | 🟢 Soft |
| Belle-Baie, New Brunswick | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | Medium | 🟠 Hard |
| Bathurst, New Brunswick | ≈ 60–120 mg/L | Low | 🟡 Moderately Hard |
| Miramichi, New Brunswick | ≈ 60–120 mg/L | Medium | 🟡 Moderately Hard |
| Sept-Îles, Quebec | ≈ 0–60 mg/L | Low | 🟢 Soft |
National Benchmark
How Gaspé compares to the Canada average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Gaspé | ≈ 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 Gaspé's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
The water for Ville de Gaspé residents is drawn from a local river or reservoir, part of the Gaspé supply. This water undergoes treatment before reaching homes, ensuring it meets safety and quality standards for the community's drinking water needs.
The geology of the Gaspésie Appalachian region, specifically the ancient metamorphic and volcanic terrain found at the tip of the Gaspé Peninsula, is responsible for the water's characteristics. This ancient bedrock is the reason the water is exceptionally soft, registering only 0.6 grains per gallon (gpg) of hardness.
Because the water is so soft, you'll notice that soap and detergents lather up easily, and there's very little risk of scale buildup in your pipes or appliances. This means your water heater, dishwasher, and coffee maker are likely to last longer without needing frequent descaling. You won't need to worry about the mineral taste that sometimes accompanies harder water sources.
Geology & Source: Appalachian metamorphic and volcanic terrain; extremely soft water
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