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Q: Will a whole-house filter help with hard water?

• <div><p>Yes. Hard water is what causes scale buildup, and a whole-house filter provides numerous benefits beyond water softening. Any water that enters your home will go through the filter, which cleans up all water that you will use for cooking, bathing, and drinking. A whole-house water filter also blocks harmful particles like heavy metals.</p></div>

Q: How does a water softener impact household appliances and fixtures?

• <div><p>Softened water prevents scale deposits, reducing appliance wear, leading to energy savings and longer-lasting household fixtures.</p></div>

Q: Is hard water bad for you?

• <div><p>Hard water isn&rsquo;t necessarily bad for you. In some ways, it&rsquo;s good for you. If you&rsquo;re deficient in magnesium or calcium, hard water can give you a mineral boost that you wouldn&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: Do you need a license or permit to install a water softener?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;s state licensing tool to verify an installer's license status.</p></div>

Q: Is rainwater hard or soft?

• <div><p>Because it&rsquo;s been through the water cycle, evaporating and becoming slightly acidic thanks to dissolved carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, rainwater tends to be naturally soft compared to groundwater, which has just been in contact with limestone. However, the natural hardness level of water always depends on where you are and other factors.</p></div>

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Last update on March 23, 2026

Reviewed in March 2026
I chose PDS Plumbing & Air in part because it is a veteran-owned business, which mattered to me as a retired Navy disabled veteran. I recently had six-month HVAC maintenance and a water heater flush done during the same visit. The next day, I found that I had no hot water. During the...
PDS Plumbing and Air
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Reviewed in March 2023
From the first phone call to the installation of our new water heater I would give Danny a 10!! He explained everything and quoted a price and there were no surprises with additional charges. Danny and Matthew were polite and respectful of the area in our home where the water heater is...
Flowrite Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2022
If you need a beautiful water feature on your property, talk to the FiveSTAR Landscape guys. They’ve just finished installing mine, and it looks more spectacular than what I had envisioned. They completed the job in one day and their price was very reasonable.
FiveSTAR Landscape
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Reviewed in May 2022
Al and Rico are a super team. Great service. I already see a difference in the water.
United Water
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Reviewed in April 2022
The crew were fast working, knew what they were doing and cleaned up after the job. I am very pleased with my new garden pathway, both with the concrete sidewalk and utility pad; and the slate stone walkway to my water feature.
Creative Landscape Designs, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2021
When they came to my house they where very polite and nice they got straight to work and wasted no time they politely asked if they can use my home water for the service, it was a great service Iâ d definitely recommend them.
GMS Solar Wash
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Reviewed in March 2017
I called 4 different plumbers, one no answer and two others were booked. It was 12 noon already and I was going out of town the next day. I was surprised to get a return call from A-1 Allstar Plumbing, Paul Jr. who said he was available. He arrived on time, gave me a price and went to work. Paul...
A-1 All Star Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2015
It went really well. He helped me and my buddy finish installing the water heater. He had a really fair price.
Running Man Maintenance
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Reviewed in October 2014
Everything went just as will said, he showed up at 7:45 EARLY and immediately started digging up the main line. He told me it was going to take about 12 hours total. Around 5:30 that evening the water was back on. He came back the next day and finished filling all the dirt in then put the grass...
WCC Plumbing
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United Water

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

Serving Armona, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very easy to work with and did a very professional job. My wife and I are very happy with the new Water Softener."

Response time2 hrs

Response rate96%

17 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Armona, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Damian Fernandez came out to our home for a consultation and presentation of the Kinetico water softener system. He was very thorough, patient, and friendly, and answered our very many questions with expertise and professionalism. Great customer service."

Whole Home Softener / Filter & Reverse Osmosis System

Compact Kinetico Drinking Water System. NSF 58 Certified to provide high quality drinking water!

Desktop style Kinetico Drinking Water System providing high quality water with NSF 58 certification.

+18

Response time1 day

21 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Arsenal Well Drilling

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Armona, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They are really caring my parents were out of water for a couple days but Arsenal took care of the problem as quickly as possible and they were so nice to let my parents borrow a water tank in the meantime. I really recommend these guys."

Response time6 hrs

16 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Lee's Air, Plumbing & Heating

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

Serving Armona, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Called me within minutes. Came the next day. Provided an excellent low cost solution with great advice."

Our HVAC pro performing an ac and heating repair

+36

Response time40 mins

Response rate100%

9 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Armona, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Offers commercial services

Here at United Water, we have 35+ years of experience on our staff. We pride ourselves on our diligence and our attention to detail. There is no job too big or too small we can't handle in a timely manner. Please don't hesitate to call today, we look forward to earning your business.

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Vortex Filtration Inc

5.0(

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

Serving Armona, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent!! Best water filtration system available!!"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Armona, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Once I receive the Water Heater I can give a better review."

Recommended by81%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

3.5(

5,688

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Armona, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"He was very nice to talk with and repaired our washing machine. He even helped sweep the water out."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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Pump Systems Unlimited Inc.

4.5(

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Armona, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Pump Systems Unlimited is a 24/7- Water Well, Pump and Sump Pump service company. Including field services, installation, removal, repair and new pump supplier. Fast response times- minimize your downtime. Our staff is technically competent and waiting for the opportunity to help our customers.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Armona, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great work they took care of my plumbing issue in no time and at a fair price ."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Yes. Hard water is what causes scale buildup, and a whole-house filter provides numerous benefits beyond water softening. Any water that enters your home will go through the filter, which cleans up all water that you will use for cooking, bathing, and drinking. A whole-house water filter also blocks harmful particles like heavy metals.

Softened water prevents scale deposits, reducing appliance wear, leading to energy savings and longer-lasting household fixtures.

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.

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.

Because it’s been through the water cycle, evaporating and becoming slightly acidic thanks to dissolved carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, rainwater tends to be naturally soft compared to groundwater, which has just been in contact with limestone. However, the natural hardness level of water always depends on where you are and other factors.

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