Does a water softener ruin a water heater?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>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. </p></div>

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Q: What benefits does installing a water softener system provide?

• <div><p>Softener systems extend appliance life spans, improve skin and hair health, and reduce pipe buildup by removing minerals like calcium and magnesium.</p></div>

Q: Can you drink softened water?

• <div><p>Yes, it&rsquo;s fine to drink softened water. However, if you follow a low-sodium diet or have high blood pressure or sodium-related health concerns, make sure to speak with your doctor beforehand. If they advise against drinking water that&rsquo;s been softened with sodium, you might be able to use <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/can-i-use-potassium-chloride-hard-water.htm">potassium in your water softener</a> instead.</p></div>

Q: Is soft water better for your hair?

• <div><p>Soft water is better for your hair. The minerals in hard water can impact hair in a number of ways. It can cause the hair to dry out and become brittle, and it can require you to use more shampoo to get a good lather. The hard water may leave a film on the hair and scalp from mineral buildup, which may also cause some irritation.</p></div>

Q: Is hard water dangerous?

• <div><p>No, hard water isn&rsquo;t dangerous. The added calcium in hard water can contribute to good bone health. However, it can also cause dry skin and hair. If you have dry skin or hair, consider using a water-softening system to help minimize the minerals in your water. Plus, these systems can also add some sodium to your diet. </p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2024
Miguel and his team were great! They were able to replace a water heater same day , and now my tenants can enjoy their holiday with hot water! I will hire again!
Mainline Plumbing Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2024
Mike did a real good job repairing the front yard sprinkler system water leak.
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Reviewed in January 2023
Mike Russell installed a new kitchen faucet and hot and cold water shutoff valves. Mike was on time, personable, and did excellent work. I will call him for future plumbing needs.
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Reviewed in July 2022
We were having problems with our water softener. After calling them for service and the reviewing the work they did, I am completely confident in the work and service they provided. They are knowledgeable and experienced and they are an excellent choice if you are in need of service.
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Reviewed in January 2022
Wow! Talk about great service and product confidence! My husband and I are senior citizens in need of a water softener. Our first water softener was a Kinetico that lasted well over 25 years with no problems. We did our due diligence researching three companies, meeting the representatives and...
KINETICO WATER SYSTEM
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Reviewed in October 2019
I hired him to repair a hot water heater, after replacing part the hot water heater still did not work, He wanted to charge 365 to fix hot water heater, I agreed, but the hot water heater is not working.
Mainline Plumbing, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2018
Brian did a great job with my water softener installation.He was able to accommodate my requests and I appreciate the senior discount.
St. Clair Plumbing
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Reviewed in March 2018
i called not knowing if i needed a plumber, new water softener parts, or some other sort of help. in about 20 minutes, grant arrived. he is VERY nice, VERY professional, and VERY competent. within the hour, everything was repaired. thank goodness for tony's. i will call with any other plumbing...
Tony's Plumbing Service
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Reviewed in August 2014
He rerouted water into the closet in my house where the mechanical parts of the system was and installed a faucet where I could put water back in the system when water had leaked out,.
Wally Falkes Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in January 2014
Alex does a great and professional job at installing the Distilled water unit, along with a drinking water dispenser. We have had the unit for several years with one minor issue, and Alex was immediately here to resolve the problem. He also has a rug and tile cleaning and installation service...
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