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Avatar for Westfair Water Systems, Inc.
Westfair Water Systems, Inc.
4.8(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Riverside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very positive experience with Westfair Water Systems. Frank Fennell came out to my house to recommend a whole-house water softener system. Frank answered my numerous questions, spoke to me after hours to ease any concerns, and provided me with references to help with my due diligence. The installers were professional, respectful of my home, and efficient. They even came back a week later to check on the installation and perform a post-installation test to sample the water. We noticed the effects immediately and are so glad we chose Westfair and implemented the Kinetico system."
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Response time10 hrs
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Old Faithful Pump Co
4.9(
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Riverside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot say enough good things about this company. A power outage at our house over a weekend caused a lot of damage to various motors throughout the house. Joe called very quickly after I left a message (on a Sunday!) and went through a lot of possible things to check in order to try to save my paying for a service call (much appreciated). Ended up scheduling an appointment for 8 a.m. the next morning. He was here on the dot and quickly diagnosed the problem. Fixed not only that, but helped my husband get other things restarted as well (water filter and hot water heater) before he left. The best experience ever with a service professional -- I'd highly recommend him and Old Faithful anyone with well or well pump problems."
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Vernin Proof Well Head
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eastern Water Development Co.
4.3(
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Riverside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were extremely helpful when on site for the initial project review and quote preparation. They patiently answered my many questions and were honest about what was necessary and what would be a "nice to have". I did have to follow up a few times for the final quote but their price was extremely competitive and I did use them for the job which was installed with minimal disruption to normal household life."
Hydraulic Fracturing
Effects of Low pH
Casing extension
Casing extension
Casing extension

+6

Response time2 days
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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CT Radon & Well Water Solutions
4.7(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Riverside, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Connecticut Basement installed our Radon System 5 years ago and did a fantastic job so we hired them to install our new water softner. During the install it was discovered and verified by me that the well pump was defective (19 years old) and they managed to do all the work plus the well pump in the same day. Without the well pump we could have gone days without water. They were here at our house for 9 hours. Super service!!"
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+3

Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cassidy Plumbing and Heating, Inc
4.6(
27
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Riverside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Anji recommended four plumbers. Cassidy was the first to respond on Friday afternoon. One other plumber responded but I could not understand his heavy accent, and he asked me if I wanted him to replace the whole burner assembly. That made no sense to me and I questioned him about it. Suddenly he became "too busy" and hung up the phone. Another plumber didn't respond until Monday morning. Too late. The fourth plumber never responded at all. Cassidy asked if it was an emergency or could wait until Monday. I said Monday. and asked what time? I did not get an answer on Friday. Around 8:30P I called and got an answering service which told me that I wouldn't get a response until Monday because their office closed at 8:00P. I had asked about what time on Monday before 6:00P George arrived Monday morning. He was friendly. He knew what he was doing. He replaced the thermocouple. All work was done neatly and professionally. We have hot water again. I'd use Cassidy again."
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for First String Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
First String Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
5.0(
10
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Riverside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

First String Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is built on over four decades of hands-on, master-level experience paired with modern equipment, straightforward pricing and a commitment to serving our neighbors near and far.\n\nWe believe every homeowner in Connecticut and New York deserves a team they can count on whenever they need help. When the lights are at their brightest and all eyes are on us, we will always do what is right and that commitment never fades.

Tankless Water Heater
Water Pipe Repair
Water Pipe Repair
Water Heater Install
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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L.C. Schede & Sons, Inc.
4.0(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Riverside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1922

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I ended up hiring company after I shopped around for my Boiler, burner and Indirect hot water tank replacement need. I extensively researched prices and companies in my area. Lou the owner returned my call on a weekend in case there was any emergency. After he only asked to send him photos and videos. And instantly gave me quote for two scenarios (Which btw he honored all the way). This was stark difference from other companies who had to set an appointment to come measure my house with expensive equipment or software (Which size and BTU output I needed I already knew). And tried to upsell me something I didn't really ask for. Sched beat others on price which was most important to me in addition to reviews. After I picked them company clearly communicated when Job will start and were very punctual. David and Guy (I didn't catch name) where very punctual - cleaned after, daily. Clark and Enfi (I hope I spelled the name right) joined them the next day. Also very punctual and professional - all worked with minimally disturbing my day, as I had to work from home. And Job taking one extra day, they did it, leaving everything clean. Explained me and gave advice on maintenance and tune up. I'm not a professional in this area but what they installed looks good after years of watching my rusty boiler and Tank started leaking ;-). Pretty much rebuild everything with new pipes and motor pumps. I hands down will recommend company without any hesitation. Definitely shop around. But have no doubts Schede will do the Job as well if not better than others with great quality to price ratio."
 $100,000 Kitchen
Master Bath/Spa
Children's Bath
Guest Bath
Response time6 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Housatonic Valley Well Pump Services LLC
Housatonic Valley Well Pump Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWell Pump - Repair or ServiceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Riverside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ralph was excellent. He called within minutes of me submitting the Angies List request....... and came the very next day to fix our problem. He was pleasant, down to earth, honest and did the repair quickly, solidly, and for the money he’d estimated. Overall we were very very happy with our choice to go with Ralph!!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

Whether you need a permit or license for a water softener installation depends on your location, as requirements vary significantly. Some municipalities require the installer to hold a plumbing license, some mandate a permit and an inspection, and others require both. In some areas, no special permit or license is needed at all.

To determine the rules in your area, you can contact your local building department or consult a local water softener installer or plumber. Often, only certified professionals are authorized to pull the necessary permits, and they will typically handle the entire permitting process for you. Regardless of local laws, it is always recommended to hire a licensed professional to ensure the system is sized and installed correctly. You can use Angi’s state licensing tool to check an installer’s license status.

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

Some shower water softeners are effective, but this isn’t always the case. Most shower filters only filter out chlorine, not hard minerals like calcium. Other shower filters can't handle the demand in homes with very hard water. It's also important to change the filters on your shower filters. Failure to regularly swap out old filters will make the filter ineffective over time. 

Yes, a water softener can remove scale deposits. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, after you add a water softener to your home, “gradually the softer water will dissolve limescale scale deposits and remove the problem entirely.” Installing a water softener—or water descaler—will also help prevent new scale deposits from forming.

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