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Avatar for Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
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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

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Bellows Plumbing, Heating & Air

4.78(
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Bellows Plumbing, Heating & Air

4.78(
45
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Bellows is your all-in-one place for all your service needs. The customer is always #1 and we go above and beyond to ensure the job is done properly, on time, and on budget. We believe our customers always deserve the best, every day. Give us a call and experience Bellows exceptional customer service today!

"If you want a company that guarantees their work don’t choose Bellows. I paid a ridiculous amount for a new HVAC system and one week after install it stopped working. This happened on a Saturday and they don’t have technicians available for emergencies on weekends and they won’t reimburse for a company that does. They told me not to worry we’ll make it right but the earliest service date they had available was two weeks later. Post sale they don’t care about the customer or about the quality of their work. Make sure to choose another company for your HVAC needs."

Chance C on June 2024

Bellows is your all-in-one place for all your service needs. The customer is always #1 and we go above and beyond to ensure the job is done properly, on time, and on budget. We believe our customers always deserve the best, every day. Give us a call and experience Bellows exceptional customer service today!

"If you want a company that guarantees their work don’t choose Bellows. I paid a ridiculous amount for a new HVAC system and one week after install it stopped working. This happened on a Saturday and they don’t have technicians available for emergencies on weekends and they won’t reimburse for a company that does. They told me not to worry we’ll make it right but the earliest service date they had available was two weeks later. Post sale they don’t care about the customer or about the quality of their work. Make sure to choose another company for your HVAC needs."

Chance C on June 2024

Marina Plumbing and Heating

5.00(
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Marina Plumbing and Heating

5.00(
11
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Additional DBAs - Marina Plumbing & Heating, Marina Plumbing & Hardware Inc.

"They provided courteous and professional service. James is the best plumber on the Monterey Peninsula !"

Douglas H on October 2020

Additional DBAs - Marina Plumbing & Heating, Marina Plumbing & Hardware Inc.

"They provided courteous and professional service. James is the best plumber on the Monterey Peninsula !"

Douglas H on October 2020

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RELIABLE PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES

4.52(
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RELIABLE PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES

4.52(
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Customers say: Super punctual
38 years of experience

Reliable Plumbing & Heating Services has been serving the Monterey, Santa Cruz & San Benito county area since 1987. We promise prompt and professional service to all of our customers. We look forward to solving all your plumbing & heating repair, installation and service needs. Call us now to schedule an appointment.

"As as part of our remodeling efforts we needed a plumber to install a new sink, garbage disposer, kitchen faucet, complete sink trap, air gap and three water valves. My wife has been without her kitchen for a month now. I called Reliable Plumbing & Heating Services who are now out of Sand City. I chose them because of the previous work they did for me as I had a leaking underground pipe that two other plumbing companies I called could not locate. I called on a late Wednesday afternoon close to quitting time. I told them that my wife would like the sink installed ASAP and if they could help us out. The next morning at 8:00 am I was told that they just had a cancelation and would be able to install our sink today. They sent out Joseph Aguilar who I was happy to see who had fixed a previous underground water leak for us. He did a great job, is very friendly, extremely competent and whom I would strongly recommend if you need any plumbing work done."

Dennis E on December 2025

Reliable Plumbing & Heating Services has been serving the Monterey, Santa Cruz & San Benito county area since 1987. We promise prompt and professional service to all of our customers. We look forward to solving all your plumbing & heating repair, installation and service needs. Call us now to schedule an appointment.

"As as part of our remodeling efforts we needed a plumber to install a new sink, garbage disposer, kitchen faucet, complete sink trap, air gap and three water valves. My wife has been without her kitchen for a month now. I called Reliable Plumbing & Heating Services who are now out of Sand City. I chose them because of the previous work they did for me as I had a leaking underground pipe that two other plumbing companies I called could not locate. I called on a late Wednesday afternoon close to quitting time. I told them that my wife would like the sink installed ASAP and if they could help us out. The next morning at 8:00 am I was told that they just had a cancelation and would be able to install our sink today. They sent out Joseph Aguilar who I was happy to see who had fixed a previous underground water leak for us. He did a great job, is very friendly, extremely competent and whom I would strongly recommend if you need any plumbing work done."

Dennis E on December 2025

Apex Heating Plumbing and Electric

4.73(
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Apex Heating Plumbing and Electric

4.73(
15
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

License Number: 898328.additional DBAs - Apex Plumbing, Heating and Electric, Inc.Additional Contacts - Kumar Khelawan.Additional Phone - (831) 442-5133.family owned and operated.

"We placed the call on friday. We got the service on Tuesday after the long weekend. The technician was very qualified, was very polite, fixed the problem in a very short time, and gave a lot of good advice. We followed up with a call to their office, and were very pleased with their response."

Madhu K on February 2021

License Number: 898328.additional DBAs - Apex Plumbing, Heating and Electric, Inc.Additional Contacts - Kumar Khelawan.Additional Phone - (831) 442-5133.family owned and operated.

"We placed the call on friday. We got the service on Tuesday after the long weekend. The technician was very qualified, was very polite, fixed the problem in a very short time, and gave a lot of good advice. We followed up with a call to their office, and were very pleased with their response."

Madhu K on February 2021

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Chem Free Pure Water Systems

5.00(
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Chem Free Pure Water Systems

5.00(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Residential and business water treatment systems. Water softeners, UV lights. We will analyze your water for contaminants such as chlorine, low pH, iron, bacteria, and devise a system to suit your needs. Treat your water from the source, as it enters your home, so whether you are drinking it, cooking with it or bathing in it, your water is pure.

"The process was quick and easy. I just provided a water sample. It was determined that I had high levels of chlorine in our drinking water. I was able to solve my water problems with only one filter. Why did I wait years to have this done? Now I can be confident that our water is safe. Highly recommended."

Tony R on February 2021

Residential and business water treatment systems. Water softeners, UV lights. We will analyze your water for contaminants such as chlorine, low pH, iron, bacteria, and devise a system to suit your needs. Treat your water from the source, as it enters your home, so whether you are drinking it, cooking with it or bathing in it, your water is pure.

"The process was quick and easy. I just provided a water sample. It was determined that I had high levels of chlorine in our drinking water. I was able to solve my water problems with only one filter. Why did I wait years to have this done? Now I can be confident that our water is safe. Highly recommended."

Tony R on February 2021

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OCG Plumbing, Inc

5.00(
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OCG Plumbing, Inc

5.00(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

OCG Plumbing is a locally owned “GREEN” plumbing Company.We take extreme pride in our work, respectable team of employees, competitive pricing and quality workmanship.We have been doing business for over 20 years for the greater Monterey Bay peninsula. Our goal is customer satisfaction! We are geared towards providing sustainable products for a better future. We are Licenced (CA.812063)and Insured. We are a traditional plumbing business and charge the old fashion method of time and material for service calls. Many other plumbing companies have change to "Flat Rate" pricing. We feel the traditional method is a more honest and fair way to charge customers. We offer a "Angie's List" discount when you call us for service. WE ARE YOUR SUSTAINABLE PLUMBER FOR LIFE!

OCG Plumbing is a locally owned “GREEN” plumbing Company.We take extreme pride in our work, respectable team of employees, competitive pricing and quality workmanship.We have been doing business for over 20 years for the greater Monterey Bay peninsula. Our goal is customer satisfaction! We are geared towards providing sustainable products for a better future. We are Licenced (CA.812063)and Insured. We are a traditional plumbing business and charge the old fashion method of time and material for service calls. Many other plumbing companies have change to "Flat Rate" pricing. We feel the traditional method is a more honest and fair way to charge customers. We offer a "Angie's List" discount when you call us for service. WE ARE YOUR SUSTAINABLE PLUMBER FOR LIFE!

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Family Home Plumbing Services

5.00(
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Family Home Plumbing Services

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience

Family Home Plumbing prides ourselves on professionalism, integrity, and valuing the customers time and expectations. We focus on acting as efficiently and effectively as possible when maintaining our promise to always treat your home as our own. Call us to be a member of our family and see how we put Family First!

"Great! Our tech was knowledgeable, friendly and professional. They resolved the issues quickly."

Danielle B on March 2025

Family Home Plumbing prides ourselves on professionalism, integrity, and valuing the customers time and expectations. We focus on acting as efficiently and effectively as possible when maintaining our promise to always treat your home as our own. Call us to be a member of our family and see how we put Family First!

"Great! Our tech was knowledgeable, friendly and professional. They resolved the issues quickly."

Danielle B on March 2025

Aqualight company

5.00(
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Aqualight company

5.00(
3
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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

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

You should not use a water conditioner with a water softener because a water conditioner changes the chemistry of the water and causes the ion exchange in a softener to be ineffective. Choose a water softener if you have hard water or well water, and use a water conditioner if you need to remove certain contaminants.

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.

Water softener versus water filter: which one should you choose? If you want to remove minerals, opt for a softener. If you want to remove a wide range of contaminants, go for a filter. Or, you can install both.

Hard water stains can be a headache because they will reoccur as long as hard water flows through. Thankfully, hard water stains are not permanent. With the right tools and an appropriate cleaning routine, you can prevent hard water stains from ever building up. However, you might feel like you are stuck in a constant cleaning cycle. In that case, you may consider hiring a contractor to perform routine cleaning.

Whether or not your water softener installation requires a permit depends on where you live; some municipalities only let certified plumbers and electricians pull the necessary permits and complete the work, others only require a professional to sign off on the work, and some don’t mandate permits at all. You can contact your local building department to find out, but you can also ask a local water softener installer or plumber to see if a permit is necessary. They will usually pull the permits for you and can help close them out after the work is complete.

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