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Keith The Plumber LLC
4.6(
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Water pressure was increased in home but the main issue was in the kitchen where I had very little water pressure. By the time he left we had NO water pressure in the kitchen and now have to replace faucet."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Keith The Plumber, LLC
4.4(
451
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The problem: Water heater not making hot water. The plumber installed gas control valve, thermal expansion tank, and installed a new valve for a hose bib. $175 in parts, the rest of the $1,076.00 invoice was labor. The work was done well; the plumber was courteous and explained his work. The owner called after the work was completed. He cares about his reputation and about his customers being satisfied with their service."
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Drain Cleaning
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+38

Response time2 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Wilbur's Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Heating
4.8(
43
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Wilbur plumbers completed replumbing my home to my satisfaction. They were so nice and professional. I recommend this company if you are in need of replumbing your whole house, or any plumbing needs. They also installed my tankless water heater. Thank you Wilbur plumbing company and a special thanks to Andrew and Josh. They make sure you are satisfied before they leave."
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Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of South Birmingham
5.0(
2
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Mr. Rooter Plumbing of South Birmingham \nFinding a good plumber is about more than getting a quick fix—it's about finding someone who can help keep your plumbing working for years to come. At Mr. Rooter Plumbing, our plumbers are all licensed, bonded, and insured, so homeowners can feel confident about entrusting their plumbing repairs to us. More importantly, our plumbers are as courteous as they are highly trained, making our service the most stress-free experience you'll ever have with a plumber.

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Hose bibb
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Logan and Thomas

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Hard water is not considered unhealthy and is safe to drink, cook with, and bathe in. It doesn't pose a risk to your physical health and can even help you get enough essential minerals like calcium in your diet. However, it can negatively affect skin and hair. Using hard water for washing can contribute to dry skin, an itchy scalp, and may worsen conditions like eczema by altering the pH balance. Additionally, some people do not like the taste of hard water.

Hard water isn’t necessarily bad for you. In some ways, it’s good for you. If you’re deficient in magnesium or calcium, hard water can give you a mineral boost that you wouldn’t get with soft water. However, this is where the benefits of hard water pretty much stop. Hard water can cause many minor inconveniences and lead to costly, premature replacements of your water-using appliances.

A lower-end water softener would cost around $900, not including installation. Each home has different requirements, water hardness, and number of inhabitants, so there’s a huge range in pricing—$600 to over $6,000. The average water softener repair bill is around $500, meaning it’s a much better option to repair any issues and only replace your softener if absolutely necessary. 

Soft water is better for your hair. The minerals in hard water can dry out hair, make it brittle, and leave a film on the hair and scalp that may cause irritation. Hard water also doesn't rinse out shampoo and conditioner effectively, which can lead to product buildup that makes hair look dull and limp. You may also find you need to use more shampoo to get a good lather in hard water.

Whether you need a license or permit for water softener installation depends on your location. Some municipalities require the installer to hold a plumbing license, while others may only require a permit and an inspection. In some cases, both a permit and a licensed installer are necessary, and some areas have no requirements at all. Often, only certified plumbers and electricians are allowed to pull the necessary permits. To find out the specific regulations in your area, you can contact your local building department. Alternatively, a local water softener installer or plumber will be familiar with the requirements and can typically pull the permits for you. Regardless of local laws, it is always recommended to hire a licensed professional to ensure the system is sized and installed correctly. You can use tools like Angi’s state licensing tool to verify an installer's license status.

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