Water Softener Installation & Repair
Tired of hard water stains and appliance buildup? We connect you with experts who can install or repair a whole-house water softening system.
Solve Your Hard Water Problems
Hard water, which contains high levels of minerals like calcium and magnesium, can cause numerous problems in your home. It leaves behind chalky white residue on fixtures, causes spots on your dishes, and leads to damaging scale buildup in your pipes and appliances. A whole-house water softener is the most effective solution. LocalXR connects you with professionals who can test your water, recommend the right system, and provide expert installation and repair services.
Signs You Have Hard Water
These common issues are a clear indication of high mineral content in your water.
White, Chalky Buildup
Finding stubborn white residue (limescale) on your faucets, showerheads, and coffee maker.
Spotted Dishes & Glassware
Dishes that come out of the dishwasher with spots or a cloudy film, even when using a rinse aid.
Dry Skin & Dull Hair
Hard water makes it difficult for soap to lather and rinse completely, which can leave your skin and hair feeling dry.
Faded Laundry & Stiff Fabrics
Minerals in hard water can get trapped in fabrics, causing colors to fade and clothes to feel stiff.
When to Call a Professional
Water softener installation and repair should be handled by a professional to ensure it's correctly integrated with your home's plumbing system, sized properly, and programmed for efficiency.
Our Water Softener Services
Water Hardness Testing
A professional can test your water to determine the exact level of hardness and recommend the right size and type of softener.
System Installation
Expert installation of whole-house water softener systems, ensuring they are properly connected to your main water line.
System Repair
Diagnosing and repairing common issues like salt bridges, resin problems, or motor failures.
Maintenance & Salt Refill
Providing routine maintenance checks and advice on keeping your system running efficiently.
Why Professional Installation is Key
A water softener is a complex appliance that integrates directly into your home's main water supply. Professional installation is crucial for it to work correctly and efficiently.
- **Correct Sizing:** A pro will ensure you get a system that is correctly sized for your family's water usage and your home's hardness level.
- **Proper Setup:** Professionals correctly program the regeneration cycle and ensure the drain line is properly configured to prevent issues.
- **Protects Your Warranty:** Most water softener manufacturers require professional installation to keep the warranty valid.
Water Softener FAQs
How does a water softener work?
A salt-based water softener works through a process called ion exchange. It uses a bed of resin beads to trap the hard minerals (calcium and magnesium) and exchanges them for sodium ions, resulting in 'soft' water.
Do I have to add salt to my water softener?
Yes, for salt-based systems, you will need to periodically add water softener salt to the brine tank. The system uses the salt to clean and 'recharge' the resin beads that remove the hardness minerals.