Top-rated water softener pros.

Get matched with top water softener pros in Merced, CA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your water softener service project in Merced, CA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Water softener pros in Merced

Avatar for Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
347
)

Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
347
)
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

johnson plumbing inc.

4.64(
47
)

johnson plumbing inc.

4.64(
47
)
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

Johnson Plumbing, Inc. No Job Too Big Or Small Johnson Plumbing, Inc. is the service specialists, and quality & customer satisfaction are our top priorities. Johnson Plumbing, Inc. technicians are experts at plumbing jobs of all shapes and sizes. Johnson Plumbing, Inc. 2190 Yosemite Parkway Merced, California 95340 209-723-4032 (office hrs. are 9am-5pm mon.-fri) services are available 24 hrs. a day 7 days aweek. Serving the central valley for over forty years. Call today to see if we're in your area.

"the project went badly. it was delayed a few days, and after I paid the service, they came back and charged for trouble shooting, which was ridiculous, as we knew that the faucet was leaking. I was hoping to replace the cartridge instead of the entire faucet, but of course, they would not do that to save my money. it is ok to replace it, but charging for diagnostics after we paid the project was just too much."

zhigang q on August 2022

Johnson Plumbing, Inc. No Job Too Big Or Small Johnson Plumbing, Inc. is the service specialists, and quality & customer satisfaction are our top priorities. Johnson Plumbing, Inc. technicians are experts at plumbing jobs of all shapes and sizes. Johnson Plumbing, Inc. 2190 Yosemite Parkway Merced, California 95340 209-723-4032 (office hrs. are 9am-5pm mon.-fri) services are available 24 hrs. a day 7 days aweek. Serving the central valley for over forty years. Call today to see if we're in your area.

"the project went badly. it was delayed a few days, and after I paid the service, they came back and charged for trouble shooting, which was ridiculous, as we knew that the faucet was leaking. I was hoping to replace the cartridge instead of the entire faucet, but of course, they would not do that to save my money. it is ok to replace it, but charging for diagnostics after we paid the project was just too much."

zhigang q on August 2022

Avatar for Clean Valley Water

Clean Valley Water

5.00(
9
)

Clean Valley Water

5.00(
9
)
Customers say: Quick response
10 years of experience

Clean Valley Water is a locally ran business that strives to give great customer experience. With decades of combined experience in the water business category we can assure that you are getting the best (as you deserve!) when you contact Clean Valley Water. Let one of our professional water analysts come over to personally educate you on water, and the top of the line water filtration products we offer. Clean Valley Water is a water testing company and filtration company located in the Central Valley. Clean Valley Water has been in business since 2015. Please see our reviews on Google and Yelp and reach out to us in confidence! Services: We offer a wide range of water treatment systems for both residential and commercial use. If you have already purchased a system elsewhere, let us take care of the installation for you. Meet the Business Owner As a local valley resident my entire life I have seen the changes in our water over the last few decades and the importance of having it tested to see the quality and the most important action to have it treated at your home with a whole house filtration unit. We take a lot of pride and have a lot of passion to take care of our Clean Valley Water family, please come join us and we will always try our best to take care of you for years to come.

"Clean Valley Water Softening Solutions excels in delivering high-quality water softening systems that effectively combat hard water issues. Their advanced technology targets and eliminates excess minerals, preventing limescale buildup and improving the efficiency of your water-based appliances."

Taha B on August 2024

Clean Valley Water is a locally ran business that strives to give great customer experience. With decades of combined experience in the water business category we can assure that you are getting the best (as you deserve!) when you contact Clean Valley Water. Let one of our professional water analysts come over to personally educate you on water, and the top of the line water filtration products we offer. Clean Valley Water is a water testing company and filtration company located in the Central Valley. Clean Valley Water has been in business since 2015. Please see our reviews on Google and Yelp and reach out to us in confidence! Services: We offer a wide range of water treatment systems for both residential and commercial use. If you have already purchased a system elsewhere, let us take care of the installation for you. Meet the Business Owner As a local valley resident my entire life I have seen the changes in our water over the last few decades and the importance of having it tested to see the quality and the most important action to have it treated at your home with a whole house filtration unit. We take a lot of pride and have a lot of passion to take care of our Clean Valley Water family, please come join us and we will always try our best to take care of you for years to come.

"Clean Valley Water Softening Solutions excels in delivering high-quality water softening systems that effectively combat hard water issues. Their advanced technology targets and eliminates excess minerals, preventing limescale buildup and improving the efficiency of your water-based appliances."

Taha B on August 2024

Bright Home Energy Services

5.00(
8
)

Bright Home Energy Services

5.00(
8
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Bright Home Energy Services is a green energy contractor proudly serving the greater Sacramento area. We specialize in energy efficient home improvement projects and whole home design including asphalt roofing, metal roofing, ventilation, solar panels, heating and air conditioning repair and replacment, insulation, window replacement and water heating/plumbing repair and replacement. If you are wondering how you can save more in your home, we also offer a home energy audit which will take a look at everything with energy savings and home improvement in mind. We have many options and the tools to get your job done right the first time and within your budget. All inspections and replacement consultations are FREE, just contact us and find out how we can help today.

"There Services were excellent. They kept in me in the loop. There was a glitch on the equipment on the first day of installation, but it was resolved on the next day. Now, I am feeling much cooler. I recommend this business for your cooling and heating needs. Thank you"

William D on August 2022

Bright Home Energy Services is a green energy contractor proudly serving the greater Sacramento area. We specialize in energy efficient home improvement projects and whole home design including asphalt roofing, metal roofing, ventilation, solar panels, heating and air conditioning repair and replacment, insulation, window replacement and water heating/plumbing repair and replacement. If you are wondering how you can save more in your home, we also offer a home energy audit which will take a look at everything with energy savings and home improvement in mind. We have many options and the tools to get your job done right the first time and within your budget. All inspections and replacement consultations are FREE, just contact us and find out how we can help today.

"There Services were excellent. They kept in me in the loop. There was a glitch on the equipment on the first day of installation, but it was resolved on the next day. Now, I am feeling much cooler. I recommend this business for your cooling and heating needs. Thank you"

William D on August 2022

Avatar for Goode Plumbing

Goode Plumbing

5.00(
2
)

Goode Plumbing

5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family ran plumbing business. We accept checks and cash.

"We needed a cracked pipe replaced, which turned out to be a complex job. Travis of Goode Plumbing returned our call the same day, gave us an estimate quickly, and did the work promptly. No problems since then. Easy to work with, skilled, and trustworthy. It's kind of rare to find a contractor with this kind of work ethic and reliability."

Elise B on March 2020

We are a family ran plumbing business. We accept checks and cash.

"We needed a cracked pipe replaced, which turned out to be a complex job. Travis of Goode Plumbing returned our call the same day, gave us an estimate quickly, and did the work promptly. No problems since then. Easy to work with, skilled, and trustworthy. It's kind of rare to find a contractor with this kind of work ethic and reliability."

Elise B on March 2020

Aqualight company

5.00(
3
)

Aqualight company

5.00(
3
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"So glad I picked this company! Front desk was very cheerful and happy to help. The technician was on time, professional and trustworthy. The equipment is reliable and dependable. Excellent experience!"

manuel l on October 2021

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"So glad I picked this company! Front desk was very cheerful and happy to help. The technician was on time, professional and trustworthy. The equipment is reliable and dependable. Excellent experience!"

manuel l on October 2021

A-1 Water Quality

5.00(
2
)

A-1 Water Quality

5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our Company is Fully Licensed, Insured and Bonded. 100% Financing Available (oac) We also offer Rental systems , Softeners and Drinking units Over 25 years experience

Our Company is Fully Licensed, Insured and Bonded. 100% Financing Available (oac) We also offer Rental systems , Softeners and Drinking units Over 25 years experience

VIKING CONSTRUCTION

5.00(
3
)

VIKING CONSTRUCTION

5.00(
3
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

VIKING CONSTRUCTION HAS TWO DEPARTMENTS SPECIALIZING IN CUSTOM HOMES AND KITCHEN AND BATH REMODELS. COMMERCIAL BUILDING SERVICES, TENANT IMPROVMENTS, RESTAURANTS, ETC , WE OFFER FINANCING AND ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS, CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE TODAY

VIKING CONSTRUCTION HAS TWO DEPARTMENTS SPECIALIZING IN CUSTOM HOMES AND KITCHEN AND BATH REMODELS. COMMERCIAL BUILDING SERVICES, TENANT IMPROVMENTS, RESTAURANTS, ETC , WE OFFER FINANCING AND ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS, CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE TODAY

Showing 1-10 of 17
Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

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.

It’s sometimes possible to install a water softener yourself, but it’s usually better to hire a water softener professional to get the job done. Water softeners involve plumbing and electrical work, which usually require permits and a certified expert to sign off on the work. Not only is it dangerous to work with these utility lines, but it’s also not legal in many areas. Plus, improper installation or system sizing might not fix your hard water issue and could lead to an increased risk of leaks, fires, and other property damage. 

Routine maintenance involves recharging the resin bed with salt or potassium, cleaning components, and periodic inspection.

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.

You can use a commercial water repellent treatment for glass on your shower doors to prevent water spots. Take care to only apply the product to glass. Letting air circulate also helps prevent water spots, as water is less likely to remain on the glass for a long time with good air circulation. Run your vent fan, open a window, and leave the shower door open for about half an hour after using the shower.

The Merced, CA homeowners’ guide to water softener services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles

What do you need done? We’ll find top pros.
  • 🌱 "Mow a small front yard"
  • 🛠 "Fix a leaking pipe under the sink"
  • 🏠 "Repair shingles on an asphalt roof"