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Avatar for The Tankless Guys Plumbing Corp.
The Tankless Guys Plumbing Corp.
5.0(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"You will be so pleased that you chose The Tankless Guys to look after EVERYTHING and anything to do with plumbing in your home. Gert has been my go to professional for over 10 years for ALL my plumbing needs. He operates with the highest integrity. His top priority is to do what is in the best interests of his clients. Gert and Sergio installed my new water heater two years ago. Sergio stayed for much longer than he shouldâ ve after installation was complete. He took extra care to figure out how to program the timer for my existing hot water recirculator which was not part of the water heater job. He didnâ t have to stay, but thatâ s how Gert and Sergio are. True professionals willing to lend their expertise. Some plumbing companies out there send NOT very qualified plumbers to do the minimal and/or charge you a significant amount for unnecessary work. Gert is a straight shooter. He has saved me a ton of money to replace what needed to be replaced and NOT replacing what did not need to be replaced or fixed. He will tell you whatâ s the most economical and efficient and what you need to do to protect your home from future plumbing problems. If you want cut rate prices with NOT the most qualified plumbers, donâ t call The Tankless guys. If you are looking for a team who thoughtfully looks after your whole home and considers preventative measures that you might not have considered, Youâ ll be so happy you called the Tankless Guys. Remember you get what you pay for."
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+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maverick Water Heaters & Plumbing
5.0(
15
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Steve was timely and quick with replacing my water heater and was very responsive when I messaged him. He also provided great suggestions and options for my water heater replacement and streamlined the bayren rebates process for me. Provided services at a very fair price compared to other plumbing services. 10/10 would go to him for future plumbing issues."
Tankless Water Heaters
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Tankless Water Heaters

+33

Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hydro Works Well & Pump
5.0(
7
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Josh diagnosed our seized water pump on a weekend. He did and acid descaling and replaced a corroded pitless adapter. How our well is back to top performance."
Completed Pump System
Flow Test
Pressure tank & controller
Panel Mounting
Pressure system

+3

Response time8 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Super Brothers Plumbing Heating & Air
Super Brothers Plumbing Heating & Air
4.9(
9
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Never had such a great experience with any contractor. So grateful to Eugene, Artem, Nick, and Alex not only for the great work they did, but for the care and attention they put in for 3 straight months. My house is built kind of complicatedly and the water heater isn't located in the most accessible place, but they were able to make it work. Not only that, but Eugene found me a new tankless water heater that would also work with my radiant floors - not only saving cost, but space as well. To say they went above and beyond is an understatement. They came back multiple times to make sure work was up to par - never half-assing anything. Really hoping I don't have any reason to need to reach out again soon, but if I do, I know who I'll be calling. Also, special shout out to Jeremy, Karen, and Kathy for their logistical help as well!"
Heat Pump Water heater installation
Rheem Heat Pump Water heater
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Sewer Line Project

+27

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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EJ Plumbing, LLC
4.1(
9
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Part of what makes EJ Home Services such a highly rated and memorable company is the compassionate personas that all of our friendly technicians have to offer. We treat every customer like a member of our own family because as a business that is run by a family, we understand the importance of kindness and respect for everyone that we work for.

348 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services
Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services
4.5(
563
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Armin was great, he got all the problems solved and went the extra mile to install my new faucet with some of the pieces of the old one since the new ones comes with plastic and I wanted to keep the metal (not a simple thing to fit two systems). He left everything in the bathroom beautifully clean I highly recommend him"
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+9

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Water Softeners FAQs, answered by experts

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

Hard water doesn’t hurt, but it might feel more abrasive, especially if you have sensitive skin. It’s also about how your skin feels after bathing. You might feel as though you have a sticky film over your body because you do—it’s all that soapy residue left behind because the hard water can’t rinse it off completely.

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.

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 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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