Matt has been such an awesome contractor to work with. He came in and gave me a few options for preventing water from getting in my basement. He did the job right and helped with a few side issues he noticed along the way. Grateful I found him. Very trustworthy and cares about doing the right...
Matt McCombs Concrete ServicesYes, Robby was great..had a leak under sink (mobil home..older water lines) and he took time to find right fitting to work. He came same day so that we would have hot water. We will be changing all lines under sink and Robby will be called. His name is in my Repair rolo dex for sure!!!
Arctic Heating and CoolingThey arrived promptly ontime and got right to work on the water heater. I had mentioned in my contact with them that I had some issues with my faucets dripping. They went ahead and while the heater was draining fixed all my issues at no extra charge! These guys are awesome!
Springer Plumbing, LLCRamon was early and got my water main valve open after it was partially stuck in the closed position.
Pacific Plumbing CoGerardo called ahead and was on time. His work was clean and efficient even though I hovered around while he took the old system out and installed the new one. I've never needed a water softening system before and asked a lot of questions but Gerardo patient ally answered them all and made...
American Home Water and AirOh these guys are good. I called and left a message, they called me back right within a timeframe one would expect. Anthony asked me the problem, the address, and my name and number. After I got done with a few hours of work, I called my renters to let them know a plumber would be coming...
Lorenzo EnterprisesEasy from start to finish. Ultimately, he was not able to solve the problem I was having, as it was related to my water softener not the well or pump, but he performed some needed maintenance and showed me how to do it myself next time.
We are a family owned business with locations in Palmer & Wasilla AK. We service all of the Mat-Su Valley. From repairing your Heating System / Water Heater or replacing them with new equipment, we can solve your problem. We specialize in High Efficiency Units. We also sell and install water treatment systems. Available 24/7 year around, for your plumbing and heating emergencies.
"I called in the morning about a leak under my sink and someone was immediately dispatched to my house! NO WAITING FOR A FEW DAYS! J.D. was very professional and friendly as he fixed the pipe and explained what had caused it. I highly recommend this company!"
Deborah W on November 2023
We are a family owned business with locations in Palmer & Wasilla AK. We service all of the Mat-Su Valley. From repairing your Heating System / Water Heater or replacing them with new equipment, we can solve your problem. We specialize in High Efficiency Units. We also sell and install water treatment systems. Available 24/7 year around, for your plumbing and heating emergencies.
"I called in the morning about a leak under my sink and someone was immediately dispatched to my house! NO WAITING FOR A FEW DAYS! J.D. was very professional and friendly as he fixed the pipe and explained what had caused it. I highly recommend this company!"
Deborah W on November 2023
A family owned and operated business in Anchorage, Alaska with over 25 years experience, bringing quality and dependability to each and every project that we take. We are Licensed Plumbers certified to install and connect all gas appliances. We stand behind our work 100%. Call for Quotes on any heating and plumbing repairs.
"Excellent."
William J on May 2019
A family owned and operated business in Anchorage, Alaska with over 25 years experience, bringing quality and dependability to each and every project that we take. We are Licensed Plumbers certified to install and connect all gas appliances. We stand behind our work 100%. Call for Quotes on any heating and plumbing repairs.
"Excellent."
William J on May 2019
The license requirements for water softener installation depend on your location. Some municipalities require that the installer hold a plumbing license, some require a permit and an inspection, but no license for the installer, and some require a permit and a license for the installer. Regardless of the local laws in your area, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed plumber or installer. These pros will install your system properly and have the experience to size the system appropriately. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to check your installer’s license status.
Water softeners are worth the money if you live in an area with hard water. Hard water is safe to drink, but it poses serious threats to your plumbing system. The minerals in hard water will gradually build up on the inside walls of your pipes, reducing water flow to your fixtures. The minerals can also gradually corrode your plumbing system, reduce its lifespan, and increase the risk of leaks. Hard water also makes soap and detergent less effective. Water softener systems can solve all these issues, making them a great investment.
It’s possible to install a water softener yourself, but we don’t recommend it. Water softeners require working with copper pipes and electrical wiring, neither are suitable tasks for most DIYers. Plus, working with water and electricity together is dangerous and could pose a risk to your safety. Water softeners also need to be calibrated so that they don’t make your water too soft, as soft water poses just as many risks as hard water. Overall, it’s well worth hiring a local water softener installer to place your water softener system.
The cost to install a water softener system is $1,500 on average, ranging between $200 and $6,000. The labor for water softener work typically costs between $150 and $1,000, so you can add that to your equipment costs to get an accurate total. Your price will depend on many factors, including the following:
System capacity
Home size
Water hardness levels
Type of water softener
Presence of electricity in the installation area
Local permit costs
Your water softener size is based on your total household water consumption. In most cases, you can assume the average household member will use around 75 gallons per day. Multiply that by the number of people in your home, then multiply by 10 (for the typical grains per gallon). You’ll get a number in grains that should help roughly size your water softener. However, it’s best to hire a professional to install your system and use more exact numbers, like your exact average water consumption per day and starting water hardness.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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