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Avatar for Western Rooter & Plumbing
Western Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
172
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Western Rooter to the rescue again! I had a small underground leak which appeared to be due to a bad sprinkler valve. A sprinkler repair company determined that it was not a bad sprinkler valve and thought it was due to a leak in the main water line. Daniel and Alex dug down to find that the leak was coming from a very old (at least 36 years) broken pvc line. After much testing and head scratching to try to figure out where the water was coming from, they decided to "chase the pipe." After much digging, they found that the very old broken pvc pipe was hooked up to a sprinkler valve that was buried 18 inches underground that had not been capped--only turned off. Roots from a nearby tree had opened the valve which caused the leak--crazy! The current sprinkler system has been the same one since we moved into the house in 1988. It took 36 years for the underground leak to occur!"
Ruben installs a new drainage system under a customers home. Working in a crawl space is rough, but we do what is needed.
Backing up? Got roots? Blast those roots out with a Hydro Jetter! We use a wart hog nozzle that combines controlled rotation with a unique 8 jet cutting configuration optimized for removing roots. It’s better with a jetter! Call us! We got this! ??
Sewer Line Camera
No drain clog too big or small, Western Rooter covers them all!
Justin clearing a Kitchen sink back-up after the Memorial holiday.
HALO 5 whole house water filtration system.

+542

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for McCowin Water, Inc.
McCowin Water, Inc.
4.7(
30
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very knowledgeable on soft water and alternative water treatments. Willing to spend the to educate potential customers and help them arrive at the best solution. Excellent quality of workmanship in all aspects of installation. 👍👍👍👍👍"
Tapwater
Bathing Water
Spots and Streaks
Largest Selection
Your paying for it.

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for So Cal Water Systems
So Cal Water Systems
4.6(
183
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a whole house water softener installed and I am extremely happy with the entire experience. Scott gave me a great price, half of what Culligan charged me. The installers, Brian and Thomas did an outstanding job with the install. They hid the pipes neatly and were very careful and respectful of my home. They explained everything in detail and answered all our questions. This is a great company to work with!"
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+1

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for WATER HEATER SOS
WATER HEATER SOS
5.0(
17
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have a tankless water heater that was giving an error code and i had no hot water! The tech that came out was very nice and knowledgeable. Im glad to report i now have hot water again. As a side note I talked with the tech about water treatment options and a RO system and as long as my husband agrees I will be having them install both items!!"
Phyn Install
Phyn Install
Water Heater
Water Heater
Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.5(
362
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very satisfactorily. After our initial contact by phone, he was at my house to inspect the broken hot water pipe leading to the kitchen. He immediately assessed the situation and provided me a very reasonable cost of repair esimate. Within two days, he came to fix the problem. He was very professional, courteous, and friendly. His repair was completed within the alloted time. Before I called, Bob, I thought I was going to use another company that had started some repair work to the same problem. We could not agree on a price that I thought was very unreasonably exorbitant. I was glad I looked around for another poumber and found Muller Plumbing Services.
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Mini Split System Install Oceanside
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Aztec H2O Services
Aztec H2O Services
5.0(
10
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Aztec H2O provided a high quality water softener and the install was impressive. Stephen, the owner was very meticulous and took his time to explain the function of the Pentair unit. Best of all, he was a fraction of the cost of other water systems like EcoWater, Culligan, and Life Source! Please call Stephen first!"
Residential Installation
Reverse Osmosis System
Water Softener + Carbon Filter Combo
Hydra-Shield Water System
Company Service Truck

+1

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ROOTER ER & PLUMBING INC
4.6(
24
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was in dire need of a plumber because the valve that adds water to my pool was broken and it would not shut off. We had to shut off the water to my house to prevent flooding of the pool. Enter Rooter ER & Plumbing to the rescue. He was extremely knowledgeable about what was required just by looking at the picture I sent over the phone. He gave me options and quite reasonable prices. Doing the work, he was extremely efficient and thorough. He would not stop until it was up to a standard that he expected of himself for his own home. When I went out to look at/inspect his work, he was extremely patient and he explained to me everything that he had done and the benefits of getting this done. Being a complete novice in the realm of plumbing, I was extremely grateful for him taking the time to explain this to me. I was extremely happy with his work, and I would recommend him to anyone that needs a friendly neighborhood plumber."
tankless water heater uo to code
storm drain
same as above
gas line install
gas line install

+6

Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Service Champions Plumbing, Heating & AC
Service Champions Plumbing, Heating & AC
4.4(
50
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Can not say enough positive things about this company. Usually do alot of things diy, but i would hire them any time to do plumbing. Their professionalism is way above board. Prices more than fair. Miguel is a definite asset to this company. When i have a plumbing problem i will definitely call them back. (had another company come before them that could not get the job done and suggested replacing the trap under my bathtub. My home is not on a foundation but a slab, and that means removal of my bathtub. The cost of his visit would have gone from one hundred dollars to thousands. ) Thank you Service Champions!"
Area Drain Cleaning
Plumbing
Plumbing
Garbage Disposal
Drain Cleaning

+13

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Avatar for Hydrocurrent Well Services
Hydrocurrent Well Services
4.2(
28
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great crew and awesome service. I had a hard time finding a place interested in dismantling a rusty failed 10k steel water holding tank. These guys got it done quickly, cleanly and they were very nice and good about communication. Top notch!"
Grove
Poway
Nursery
Golf Course
New Construction

+9

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Water Softeners FAQs, answered by experts

Water softeners have many benefits. The most important one is converting previously hard water—water with too many minerals—to more usable, easier water. When we say easier water, we mean water that’s easier to digest, less harsh on skin and clothes, and builds up less in the water system. Softer water may lead to lower energy costs and will extend the lifespan of all appliances that use water.

The primary difference between a water softener and a water filter lies in what they remove from the water. A water softener is designed to remove hard minerals like calcium and magnesium. In contrast, a water filter has a broader effect, removing various contaminants above a certain size, which can include bacteria and other impurities.

To decide which you need, consider your goal. If you want to eliminate hard minerals, choose a softener. If you want to remove a wide range of contaminants, a filter is the better option. Filters are also generally less expensive to install. Depending on your water supply, you may need to install both for comprehensive treatment.

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.

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

There are many possibilities for why your shower’s water pressure is low. It might be a simple-to-fix issue like the water valves being partially turned off, a dirty showerhead or hose, leaks in the plumbing, or an old showerhead. However, low water pressure in the shower could also indicate a larger issue with your home’s plumbing system.

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