Water Softener and Filter System Installation, Replacement, and Repairs

If you want to improve your water’s cleanliness and softness, you may be on the lookout for a water softener filter system that can take care of both issues. While you can buy both systems separately, you can also purchase combination units that work in harmony.

Water filters can leak for many reasons, such as loose or damaged connections, faulty O-rings, a clogged drain line, cracked or split filter housings, and having water pressure that’s too high. Your local service professional can help you diagnose the likely cause in your home.

Whether you have a whole home water filter, a distillation system, or another type of filter system, you should replace their filters every three to six months. The timeframe for replacing your entire system can depend on many factors, but they can typically last up to 10 years.

There are many ways to tell that a water softener is working. You might notice that your laundry appears brighter, or the water is easier to lather. Some people also notice that their water tastes different, their water pressure is higher, and they have less scale buildup.

There are two common causes for home water softeners to be full of water. Sometimes, the float assembly that controls the tank water level isn’t working as it should. Other times, there is a blockage in the brine line. Your local service professional can lend a hand to diagnose and repair the issue.

It can be challenging to determine an ‘average’ water softener system price due to the number of variables. Some people buy entry-level water The price tag for house water softener systems can depend on the brand, where you live, your home size, capacity, and whether your local authorities require maintenance fees and permits.

Hard water describes water that absorbs mineral content from rocks and soil before reaching the municipal water supply. Alongside making soap less effective in your home, minerals like calcium and magnesium can lead to limescale buildup that has a negative impact on plumbing and home appliances.

Service professionals can measure your water hardness or softness with a grains-per-gallon (gpg) measurement.

One grain = 0.002 ounces of calcium carbonate dissolved in 1 gallon of water

• Soft water = 0.3 gpg
• Moderate/ideal water = 3.5-7 gpg
• Hard water = >7.5 gpg

If you’re looking for the best water filter for home use, there are many factors to consider before hitting the ‘buy now’ button:

• Your water quality issues
• The cost
• How much space you have
• System certifications – NSF/ANSI
• What the filter removes
• The volume of filtered water you need
• How the system will fit in your home
• Consumer and professional reviews
• Plumber recommendations

You don’t have to purchase the first whole home water softener you find. You can make your buying decision based on factors like:

• Your home water supply’s hardness
• Your water softener type preferences – salt-based, salt-free, dual tank, magnetic, electronic
• Your household needs – water usage and household size
• System capacity
• Space requirements
• Maintenance requirements
• Certifications – NSF/ANSI
• Customer and professional reviews
• Plumber recommendations

Water softeners don’t filter water. Instead, they remove calcium and magnesium minerals to take care of hard water in your home. If you want to remove contaminants from your water, you’ll need to install a water filter for home use or a combination water softener filter system.

We repair and replace a broad range of house water filter systems, including:

• Whole home water filter systems
• Point-of-use water filters
• Whole house reverse osmosis water filters
• Activated carbon filter systems
• Distillation systems
• Whole house water filters for well water
• Refrigerator filters
• Faucet-mounted filters
• Faucet-integrated filters
• On-counter filters
• Under-sink filters

When our friendly team arrives to provide water softener repairs, we start with a comprehensive diagnostics process:

1. Clean the brine tank, which is the entry point for hard water
2. Take care of iron from the resin bed
3. Remove sediment buildup from the bypass valves and resin tank injector
4. Replenish your softener system with salt and recalibrate it
5. Replace parts with OEM or equivalents when required

Water softeners work by removing heavy minerals, such as iron, magnesium, and calcium, from your water supply. While there are many different options on the market that work in various ways, they mostly use a chemical process that substitutes sodium or potassium for the minerals that make your water hard.

Water softener systems for homes can help prevent a range of problems related to hard water, such as scale buildup and mineral deposits that can sometimes lead to clogged pipes, leaky faucets, and damaged appliances. Hard water can even fade clothing from your washing machine and cause dry skin and hair after showering.

Your chosen plumbing professional may recommend a salt-based or salt-free residential water softener, including dual-tank and magnetic systems.

The best home water filter systems are designed to filter contaminants from your drinking water before they reach your home. There are a range of water filters on the market, with some designed to remove specific contaminants or a broad range of them.

For example, activated carbon filters remove metals like lead and copper but don’t remove nitrates, bacteria, or dissolved minerals. Ion exchange units with activated alumina remove minerals, radium, barium, and fluoride. If you install a distillation unit, you can expect it to remove bacteria, nitrates, sodium, water hardness, dissolved solids, heavy metals, and more.

Are you unsure which home water filter system and filters you need for clean, fresh drinking water? Talk to your locally owned and operated Mr. Rooter Plumbing for advice.

Knowing that home water filter systems and home water softener systems are both designed to improve your water quality, you may be curious about which one you need for your home. After all, surely they both do the same job?

You may consider a home water softener system if you’re worried about the effect your water’s hardness has on your pipes, clothing, skin, dishware, and appliances. Installing a good water softener system can remedy those problems.

However, if you’re worried about the purity and cleanliness of your home water supply, you may consider water filter systems for home use. They remove harmful contaminants to ensure clean and safe drinking water in your home.

Still, what if you have both hard water and concerns about its cleanliness? Talk to your local plumber about a whole house water softener and filtration system. A whole home water filter and softener combine the best features of both to address water hardness and cleanliness.

Contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing today to learn more about whole house water filter and softener combos.

Most homeowners know they need to replace their water purification system’s water filter every three to six months to continue enjoying clean, fresh, and safe drinking water. However, not as well known is when you should replace your entire filter for house water.

Now might be the right time to contact a service professional about a new whole house water filter if you can relate to these signs:

• The water is discolored or has an “off” taste despite changing the filters regularly
• You’ve performed a water test, and it revealed biological contaminants like bacteria
• There is a buildup of mineral deposits around your sinks and faucets
• Tank and system components have visible rust and damage

Just like your whole house water filter, even the best whole house water softeners on the market aren’t designed to last forever. There may come a time when you realize your water softener is no longer working at its best. These are some of the signs to look out for:

• You notice a strange or salty taste in your water
• There has been a gradual decline in water pressure
• Your laundry feels scratchy or stiff
• Your soap isn’t lathering properly
• You have an itchy scalp or dry hair after showering
• There are noticeable water spots on your dishes and silverware
• You’ve noticed crusty deposits on drains and faucets