Call Mr. Rooter Plumbing for Water Softener and Filter System Installation, Replacement, and Repairs

We all deserve clean and healthy drinking water we can trust. That’s why homeowners across the country have invested in water softener systems and residential water filter systems. Such systems are designed to remove impurities that wreak havoc on plumbing systems and ensure homes receive softer, cleaner, and more enjoyable water.

Is your whole house water filtration and softener system no longer working at its best? Now might be the right time to call Mr. Rooter Plumbing. Our locally owned and operated plumbers work with the best water softener and filter system technology to ensure your home can have access to safe, healthy, contaminant-free water.

Contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing today. We’re available 24/7 to take your call.

Home Water Filter Repair and Replacement

There may come a time when you realize your house water filter is no longer doing its job of removing contaminants from your water and needs to be replaced. When that day comes, you can contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing for help.

Our licensed and insured service professionals can repair and replace whole house water filter systems so your family can enjoy clean, fresh, and enjoyable drinking water once more. Our services include replacing water filters every three months and your whole home water filter every three to 10 years, as recommended.

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

Are you considering replacing or repairing a residential water filter system? Contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing today. You can also request a job estimate online.

Water Softener Repair and Replacement

Water softener systems have the critical job of softening hard water that may otherwise damage your plumbing systems and wreak havoc on your comfort levels. Over time, even the best water softener systems can stop working at their best or entirely stop working!

Mr. Rooter Plumbing is here to help when that day comes. We install top-rated residential water softeners and provide quality repair and installation services.

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

Are you looking for water softener installation professionals you can trust? Contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing to request a job estimate today.

How Does a Water Softener Work?

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.

What Does a Water Filter Do?

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.

Water Softener vs. Water Filter

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.

When to Replace Your Residential Water Filter

Most homeowners know that 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

When to Replace Your Residential Water Softener System

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

Water Softener and Filter System FAQs

Having the best whole-house water filter and softener combo doesn’t mean you’ll know everything there is to know about it. Fortunately, you can always contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing if you have questions about how residential water softener systems work or a house water filter system that isn’t working at its best.

Alongside being available to take your call 24/7, you can also read some of our more frequently asked questions below:

What Is a Water Softener?

A water softener is a water treatment system that removes minerals known to cause water hardness, such as calcium and magnesium.

Can You Buy a Water Softener and Filter Combo?

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.

Why Is My Water Filter Leaking?

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.

How Often Do Water Filter Systems Need To Be Replaced?

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.

How Do I Know If My House Water Softener Is Working?

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.

Why Is My Water Softener System Full of Water?

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.

What Is the Average Water Softener System Cost?

It can be challenging to determine an ‘average’ water softener system price due to the number of variables. Some people buy entry-level water softener systems, while others invest in a combination whole house water filter softener system.

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.

What Is Hard Water?

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

How to Choose the Best Home Water Filter System

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

How to Choose the Best Water Softener System

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

Does a Water Softener Filter Water?

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.

Whole House Water Filter and Softener Experts: Why Choose Mr. Rooter Plumbing?

When the safety and quality of your home water supply are at risk, you only want service professionals you can trust to provide residential water filter and softener services. Mr. Rooter Plumbing is the team to call.

Customers throughout the nation trust Mr. Rooter Plumbing for the following reasons:

• Locally owned and operated
• Courtesy and professionalism
• 24/7 call answering
• Licensed and insured service professionals
• Flexible appointment times
• Guaranteed parts and workmanship
• In-home estimates*
• Upfront, flat-rate pricing*

*Not available at all Mr. Rooter Plumbing locations. Please contact your locally owned and operated Mr. Rooter Plumbing for more information.