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Q: Will a water descaler descale pipes?

• <div><p>No, a water descaler won't descale pipes. The charged water running through the pipes may very slowly dissolve mineral deposits and hold them inside the water, but it's a very gradual process. If your pipes do need descaling, it's much better to get a local plumber to descale your pipes. </p></div>

Q: Should I hire a professional or replace a water softener myself?

• <div><p>If your water softener repair is fairly straightforward, like a simple filter replacement, then you can probably do it yourself with little risk. However, anything beyond a simple fix should be addressed by someone with extensive plumbing expertise to avoid costly water softener problems, like leaks. </p><p>That said, even simple problems can be complicated to diagnose, particularly if your water softener is attached to a whole-house treatment system. So, unless you feel absolutely certain that the problem is an easy fix that you can take on yourself, it's probably best to hire a plumber to diagnose and fix the problem.</p></div>

Q: Is hard water healthier than soft water?

• <div><p>Most experts agree there&rsquo;s not much difference health-wise between <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hard-vs-soft-water.htm">hard water versus soft water</a>. That said, hard water is more likely to cause skin dryness and issues that go along with it, like an itchy or flaky scalp. Hard water can also decrease the life span of your household appliances and make it more difficult for soap to do its job.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if I have hard water in my hair?

• <div><p>If your &lsquo;do isn&rsquo;t doing what you want it to do despite using good hair care products, hard water might be to blame. Since hard water can&rsquo;t rinse soap off as well as soft water can, your hair might grow limp because of the shampoo and conditioner residue that&rsquo;s left behind. If you color your hair, you might see it fade more quickly or even turn a different shade as the dye reacts with the minerals in the water. You might also experience an itchy scalp, thanks to the dryness that comes from bathing in the hard water.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if I have hard water?

• <div><p>The most accurate way to determine whether you have hard water is to purchase a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-test-your-water-quality.htm">water test kit</a> from a hardware store or send a tap water sample to a lab. But there are some signs you can look out for without professional testing. For instance, if you're consistently dealing with mineral stains on your glassware, windows, and shower doors, you're likely to have hard water. Hard water can also make it harder to lather and rinse soap, so if you're struggling to work up a good lather in the shower, hard water might be the culprit. </p></div>

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Last update on August 07, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
I am incredibly grateful for the fantastic service Corey Harris provided in the way he addressed my chronic flooding issue. My husband and I purchased a new home about eight years. During that time, we discovered a hidden creek in our backyard. The creek received water from several neighbors'...
Olympus Landscapes and Perfections, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2025
Fantastic service, repaired my navien tankless water heater same day. Highly recommend!
Brasher Plumbing Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
HIGHLY recommend DRYmedic Trussville for anyone in need of water damage/restoration services. Their knowledge and determination made a challenging situation much more manageable. They are very thorough and make sure the job is done right!
DRYmedic® Restoration Services Trussville
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Reviewed in January 2024
Jason Trammell replaced all of the flooring in the majority of my home and built a tile shower, following major water damage. He did a beautiful job and was very fast! Would highly recommend.
Trammell flooring
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Reviewed in March 2022
Excellent company. Very professional and through. Helped with water run off issues as well.
Kemp Land Management
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Reviewed in March 2022
My husband and I recently had some severe water damage to our home from an AC unit leaking in the attic and running down the walls into several rooms under the flooring. We didn't know it was leaking for months until finding mold in a closet. Abigail came out to assess the damage for...
ARH Restoration, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
Due to the location they were not able to utilize any machines and had to hand dig the trench for the french drain. They did a great job. No water issues since. Would definitely use them again.
Elite Excavating
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Reviewed in July 2021
Did a great job installing water heater, made some helpful suggestions, would recommend him for your plumbing needs.
BS Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
The guys with Champion went above and beyond to help us get our water back on. They came from an hour away at 9pm and stayed until 2am putting in a temporary line to get us water. They came back the next day (Saturday) and finished the job. Thanks to their hard work and kindness, we now have...
Champion Plumbing & Remodeling
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Reviewed in May 2021
This company came to repair a water well problem. We were promised a price estimate before doing the work, but they went ahead and did work without giving us any estimate! They proceeded with pulling out our well pump without prior consent! Super disappointing! Also, it seemed very overpriced....
Water Processing & Well Supply
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Aqua Systems of Birmingham

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Argo, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They called right away. The person showed up when they said he would and he was able to repair my water softener. He was extremely knowledgeable and very pleasant. I definitely will use again!!"

+100

Response time8 hrs

Response rate89%

60 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Keith The Plumber LLC

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Argo, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Trust me, just call them and be done calling folks! I called them about 3pm as I saw water flowing through my yard. They asked if I had water, to which I told them no that I had cut it off. I told them I could make it until morning if needed and they asked to call me back, had already heard this from several places but no one called back for several hours later....within 30 minutes I not only had a call back, but it was worked out to have someone here that day! Then, not only did they fixed the leak at hand...they tested the pressure and found a faulty pressure regulator to be the culprit and fixed the root of the problem for me. I cannot say enough great stuff about their honesty, professionalism and work ethic for treating customers like they would want to be treated!"

+45

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Keith The Plumber, LLC

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Argo, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I had a water leak in my ceiling due to my water heater. Wes was able to fit me into their busy schedule and his crew arrived as promised. With inspection they were able to give me options. They replace my water heater and disposed of the old one to eliminate any further damage to my home. His crew were professional, polite and experienced. I would recommend Keith The Plumber."

+38

Response time2 hrs

12 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by94%of homeowners

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Brasher Plumbing Solutions LLC

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Serving Argo, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"These men did a great job with repairing my water line. They were very fast and efficient and got the job done. They were also very knowledgeable and answered all the questions I had. I would highly recommend Brasher Plumbing!"

+27

Response time4 hrs

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by5%of homeowners

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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Birmingham

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Serving Argo, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Asked for a last minute estimate and recieved a prompt courteous response from the plumber, Shane Mathews. I believe he was thorough and offered a fair price."

Response time10 mins

236 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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Wilbur's Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Heating

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Argo, AL and surrounding areas

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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."

Response time1 day

12 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by10%of homeowners

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Infinity Plumbing and Septic LLC

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Argo, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The most knowledgeable HVAC pro we have ever worked with!!!! Highly recommend!"

Response time7 hrs

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Elite Drain Cleaning & Septic Services

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Argo, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great!! They responded very quickly came out the same day !! Had my tank installed the next day ! The cover up looked wonderful couldn't ask for a better Septic Company than Elite Drain and Septic!!"

+24

Response time8 hrs

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Tough as Nails Home Renovations LLC

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Argo, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very professional fix my shower with no problems would definitely use them again for any future projects"

Response time5 hrs

Response rate98%

16 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Serving Argo, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"Everything was good and quick. Didn't leave a mess."

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Response rate87%

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

No, a water descaler won't descale pipes. The charged water running through the pipes may very slowly dissolve mineral deposits and hold them inside the water, but it's a very gradual process. If your pipes do need descaling, it's much better to get a local plumber to descale your pipes.

If your water softener repair is fairly straightforward, like a simple filter replacement, then you can probably do it yourself with little risk. However, anything beyond a simple fix should be addressed by someone with extensive plumbing expertise to avoid costly water softener problems, like leaks.

That said, even simple problems can be complicated to diagnose, particularly if your water softener is attached to a whole-house treatment system. So, unless you feel absolutely certain that the problem is an easy fix that you can take on yourself, it's probably best to hire a plumber to diagnose and fix the problem.

Most experts agree there’s not much difference health-wise between hard water versus soft water. That said, hard water is more likely to cause skin dryness and issues that go along with it, like an itchy or flaky scalp. Hard water can also decrease the life span of your household appliances and make it more difficult for soap to do its job.

If your ‘do isn’t doing what you want it to do despite using good hair care products, hard water might be to blame. Since hard water can’t rinse soap off as well as soft water can, your hair might grow limp because of the shampoo and conditioner residue that’s left behind. If you color your hair, you might see it fade more quickly or even turn a different shade as the dye reacts with the minerals in the water. You might also experience an itchy scalp, thanks to the dryness that comes from bathing in the hard water.

The most accurate way to determine whether you have hard water is to purchase a water test kit from a hardware store or send a tap water sample to a lab. But there are some signs you can look out for without professional testing. For instance, if you're consistently dealing with mineral stains on your glassware, windows, and shower doors, you're likely to have hard water. Hard water can also make it harder to lather and rinse soap, so if you're struggling to work up a good lather in the shower, hard water might be the culprit.

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