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Leaf Home Water Solutions
4.1(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The sales rep took several water testsâ ¦ The sales rep took several water tests and showed me the results. She told me that I needed more than just a water softener. I also needed a system to address the rust and iron in my well water. I did not want to spend a fortune but the sales lady was pretty convincing. The price was good and the workmanship was excellent. My water is clean again ! Now I can tackle the original problem. My toilet has bad rust stains. I will either get it clean, or replace it. I could not do this until the water was fixed."
Leaf Home Water Solutions
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551 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Brad A'Hearn Plumbing Services LLC
4.8(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are very clean, work quickly, always told me when they would be shutting off the water, and happily completed work I added the same day including installing a new shower/tub faucet system and valve. Everything is working perfectly!"
Onyx Shower
Onyx Shower
Response time6 hrs
Response rate86%
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Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
5.0(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were awesome, everyone from sales to the installers were laid back and professional. There weren't any gimmicks and they had the best quotes and install timelines. Hands down the best experience we had. We had a new A/C, Furnace and water heater all done in 7 hours."
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Jason's Showers
5.0(
6
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

Needing to replace your old shower or tub or need something more accessible? Need your bathroom remodeled? Give us a call. We are based out of Waterloo but gladly service most of eastern Iowa.\n\nWe have installed over 100 showers. We take pride in our work so you can take pride in your home.

Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
3.3(
133
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Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Lack of hot water in shower was my original concern, water pressure was lower than normal. Plumber showed up and found lower element on water heater leaking. Replaced water heater with tankless water heater and installed new pressure tank. Hot water at all house sinks but not at shower, called back and plumber installed a new mixing valve in shower handle and problem taken care of."
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Response time1 day
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"Not good. The water leaks had caused black mold that had to be repaired. When repairs were completed 3 months later, the valves still leaked from the stem when turned on. It was past 60 days so I had to pay another $100 service fee to have the water leaks fixed. He tightened the packing and quoted $350 to replace the valves. Sheesh."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Sears Home Improvement Products
3.7(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1886

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed parts for my Kenmore Elite dishwasher and my refrigerator.  The store does not carry the parts, but they gave me the 800 number to call.  The representative on the phone was very friendly and helpful.  The dishwasher needed a plug for the rinse aid.  The refrigerator needed new shelves for the door.  After ordering these items, the rep asked if I needed a new filter for the water dispenser.  I hadn't thought of this and was pleased he reminded me that I needed to change the filter.  I would definitely use the Sears home improvement service in the future."
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Recommended by74%of homeowners
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RZ SERVICES
4.7(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Rz Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

No. You should never directly drain a water softener into a sewer cleanout. This practice is illegal in many areas because it could allow raw sewage to get into your drinking water and make you seriously ill. Many places have codes requiring a specific seal, pipe, and a large air gap between a water softener and a sewage cleanout. Check out Florida's Plumbing Building Code as an example of what these restrictions might look like.

A good hardness level for drinking water can vary based on personal preferences, but an ideal level is 3.5 to 7 GPG. This means your water isn’t soft or hard. However, some people prefer the “fresh” taste from the minerals in hard water, while others like the smoother, “slippery” texture of soft 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.

It’s unlikely that hard water on its own could cause substantial hair loss or damage, though it’s true that bathing in hard water can cause your scalp to feel itchy or flaky and might dull your hair’s natural shine. Using high-quality shampoo and conditioner or buying a whole-home water softener can decrease these issues.

Because it’s been through the water cycle, evaporating and becoming slightly acidic thanks to dissolved carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, rainwater tends to be naturally soft compared to groundwater, which has just been in contact with limestone. However, the natural hardness level of water always depends on where you are and other factors.

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