Calcium buildup on copper fitting at cold water inlet to water heater.

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Our hot water heater is four years old and defintely due for a draining which I intend to handle tomorrow. However. I discovered a calcium deposit at the copper valve controlling cold water entering the heater. I thought that calcium buildup would come after the heater, not before. DIYer that I am, don't know what to conclude. Is the well water so calcium intense that it may be the cause? Either way, I'll drain the heater. Any thoughts appreciated!
 
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Our hot water heater is four years old and defintely due for a draining which I intend to handle tomorrow. However. I discovered a calcium deposit at the copper valve controlling cold water entering the heater. I thought that calcium buildup would come after the heater, not before. DIYer that I am, don't know what to conclude. Is the well water so calcium intense that it may be the cause? Either way, I'll drain the heater. Any thoughts appreciated!
The Catskills is known for terrible water

I used t go to Kutchers country club a lot as I like Helen and even told her she needs a better filtration system.

The Pines and Nevele also had problem with mineral content and non Kosher particles in their water supply

 
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