"Just had them install a full house water system and I’m so happy with it. It makes my water softer than ever and wouldn’t change anything. Also my drink water doesn’t smell and taste very good. I’ll definitely recommend them and am so grateful for the results."
"Richard was awesome and installed a well know Clack water softener which is working great. He was prompt and the unit was well priced, I would recommend Florida Water anytime."
"Juan was responsive which I appreciated because my well pump went out on Easter weekend, and he and his assistant were able to locate a pump and install it. It was a difficult removal because of location and it was anchored in concrete and they worked hard and explained the operation in conjunction with the softener very well."
"They were at my house 1 1/2 hours. They replaced all the pipes. They unclogged the pipes. They didn't up charge. I would recommend them. I put the information on Monday night and they called me right away. He came today early in the morning. They told me the charge a head of time. They were excellent with their prices and work. They charged me less, they said it would be $200 and charged me $185. They unclogged the toilet unexpectedly. I was extraordinarily pleased."
"Javier with national water purifiers was excellent to work with! He did a fantastic job both communicating with us and with quickly and professionally installing our water filtration system. I recommend him and his company highly and feel very happy with the work he did!"
"Just had a job done by JP carpentry. My experience was wonderful. The owner is friendly, punctual, knowledgeable, and I was very satisfied with the entire job. I will be definitely hiring him for other projects in the future. I highly recommend this company to anybody who has projects that need to be done. Thanks."
"Darian cleared a backflow issue I was experiencing. He cleared the clog and recommended additional service for the future. He was very professional and knowledgeable and showed proof of needed future services. Yes, I would recommend him to others."
"Howard is amazing. So attentive. The fences look great. All the workers were great and super polite. The water quality is also amazing. All the workers are amazing"
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.
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.
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.
Most of the U.S. has hard water, especially across portions of the West and Midwest. The areas with the hardest water include parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, Illinois, North and South Dakota, Ohio, and New York. You’ll find soft water in parts of New England, the Southeast, the Pacific Northwest, and Hawaii.
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.
The Naranja, FL homeowners’ guide to water softener services
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