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Avatar for Aqua Systems of Alabama
Aqua Systems of Alabama
4.7(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Glencoe, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It took a little while to figure out what they needed to do, but they finally gave us a new resin for our water softener which has helped it to work much better. They also assisted us in getting the grains set properly on the water softener. They took a water sample for an iron test but did not call us back on the results. Their pricing was better than others."
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+161

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A Allstar Plumbing And Remodeling, Inc.
4.4(
152
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Glencoe, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Our water heater was leaking and needed replacing. Price was on par with other recommended companies. Repairmen were nice and efficient. However, they did not return the items moved to get to the water heater. They were left scattered about. Otherwise, 5 stars."
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+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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First Action Plumbing Services, LLC
4.5(
64
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Glencoe, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a water leak which required replacement of some pvc pipe. I called and got them to come out after hours to fix it. The men were hard working and very detailed in describing what needed to be done. I was very pleased with their work and the way they let me know what needed to be done and the supplies needed to complete the job. As you can see l gave them five stars on everything."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Mamas Boy Plumbing Solutions LLC
4.8(
16
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Glencoe, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We made the change from well water to city water which increased the water pressure. We called Cody he came out and put a pressure regulator on because the hot water heater was running constantly. He fixed the problem and have not had an issue since!"
Response time5 hrs
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

The main difference between a water softener and a water filter is what they remove from the water. A water softener is specifically designed to remove hard minerals, while a filter removes a wider range of contaminants above a certain size, such as bacteria and other impurities. If your primary goal is to remove minerals, a softener is the best choice. If you want to remove various contaminants for safety or taste, a filter is more suitable. Filters are also typically less expensive to install. Depending on your water supply's specific issues, you may need to install both systems for comprehensive treatment.

Whether you need a permit or license for a water softener installation depends on your location, as requirements vary significantly. Some municipalities require the installer to hold a plumbing license, some mandate a permit and an inspection, and others require both. In some areas, no special permit or license is needed at all.

To determine the rules in your area, you can contact your local building department or consult a local water softener installer or plumber. Often, only certified professionals are authorized to pull the necessary permits, and they will typically handle the entire permitting process 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 Angi’s state licensing tool to check an installer’s license status.

The average cost to install a water softener, including the system and labor, is approximately $1,500. However, the total price can range widely from $600 to $6,000. For some complete systems, the cost may be between $800 and $2,500. Labor for the installation typically costs between $150 and $1,000.

The final price is influenced by several factors, including:

  • System type, capacity, and complexity

  • Home size and household water demands

  • Water hardness levels

  • Accessibility of the installation site and the extent of plumbing work required

  • Whether new electrical work is needed

  • The professional hired and any local permit costs

The chemicals in a water softener can wear down the anode rod in the heater and shorten its life span. However, for most people, the benefits of the softener outweigh this potential drawback.

Have a plumber inspect the anode rod annually for damage, as replacing the anode rod is far less expensive than replacing the entire water heater.

Some shower water softeners are effective, but this isn’t always the case. Most shower filters only filter out chlorine, not hard minerals like calcium. Other shower filters can't handle the demand in homes with very hard water. It's also important to change the filters on your shower filters. Failure to regularly swap out old filters will make the filter ineffective over time. 

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