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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

"The Tankless Guys not only installed a new water softener system, they also put in a new tankless water heater and a new toilet. They provided excellent service. We had a range of options to choose from and Sergio and his team performed all the work in a timely manner. Sergio also answered any questions we had thoroughly. I highly recommend them!"
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+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
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
20 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
AO SMITH HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER
sewer line ready to be installed
Sewer Line Project

+27

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for EJ Plumbing, LLC
EJ Plumbing, LLC
4.1(
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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.

384 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

"The plumbers from Superior Plumbing were excellent. They replaced and rerouted water pipes, changing from galvanized to copper pipes. The sewer lines in our house were repaired. They also replaced an aging hot water heater. The technicians arrived on time, worked diligently through the day, and were efficient. We added on the sewer repair which added an additional day. All work was completed within four days. I am impressed with their knowledge and workmanship. The technicians were tidy and removed all our old materials including the hot water heater. I would recommend Superior Plumbing and Drainage Co without hesitation."
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+9

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Mega Power Electric, Inc
Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Founded in 2000, for over 20 years Mega Power has been one of the premier solar companies in all of California, including many cities like Los Angeles, Riverside, Santa Clara, Granite Bay, Van Nuys, San Francisco, San Jose, Pasadena, Sacramento. Complete customer satisfaction, personalized approach and attention to details are our company’s intrinsic core values. We are providing the highest quality service as we enable our customers to save money, increase their property value and help improve the environment. Our team of certified professionals takes genuine pride in giving smooth, practical, Eco-friendly and positive solutions to our residential, commercial and industrial customers’ needs. All equipment and services meet both National Electrical Code requirements and local building codes. Mega Power offers a range of options toward green and energy-efficient solutions to all electrical power needs. We have extensive experience in building a complete solar panel system of all sizes on the roof or on the ground. Mega Power installs them with interconnection to the utility provider so that you could successfully sell excess electricity.

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Water Softeners FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

While it depends on how complicated the unit and installation is, it takes two to four hours to install a water softener unit, on average. It might take longer if pipes need to be replaced. You should make sure the installation area is clear of any objects that might get in the way before you begin.

You can decide whether you need a water softener or water filter based on how your bathing or laundry experience is. If you notice issues like limescale buildup, dry skin, or stains on dishes—all telltale signs of hard water—you'd likely benefit from a water softener. However, if your main concern is over chemicals or bacteria in your tap water filter, and not just comfort, a filter is a better option.

Yes. To get soft water, you can install a water softening system, which will replace the calcium and magnesium ions in the water with sodium or potassium ions. Water softeners cost anywhere from $200 to $6,000, depending on the size and complexity of the system. You can either install a water softener for the whole house or just at your shower heads. If you’re sensitive to sodium or potassium, you can install a salt-free water conditioner.

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