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Q: What shortens the life of a water softener?

• <div><p>There are several things that can shorten the life of a water softener. Homes with very hard water may have to replace the unit sooner because the water softener works harder to filter out the hard minerals. High water usage and infrequent maintenance can also put more strain on a water softener.</p></div>

Q: How can I make my house water softer?

• <div><p>A water softener removes minerals from your drinking water and can make your house water softer. These softeners are designed to extend the lifetime of your plumbing system while also making water safer and more palatable for drinking. Hard water, which is water with a heavy amount of suspended particles, can also cause hair damage, skin irritation, and buildup in your pipes. </p></div>

Q: Do you need a permit or license to install a water softener?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>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&rsquo;s state licensing tool to check an installer&rsquo;s license status.</p></div>

Q: Can hard water cause hair loss?

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

Q: Will a water descaler descale pipes?

• <div><p>No, a water descaler won't descale pipes. The charged water running through the pipes may very slowly dissolve mineral deposits and hold them inside the water, but it's a very gradual process. If your pipes do need descaling, it's much better to get a local plumber to descale your pipes. </p></div>

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Last update on January 04, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
Within 3 weeks of moving into a completely remodeled manufactured home, it was quickly discovered that the ad was not completely honest. The house had sat unoccupied for 2 years and the tub drain was not attached to the sewer. Water leaked from the tub down the bathroom floor towards the...
Spartan Home Industries LLC
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Reviewed in December 2025
Cole did an awesome job installing a tankless water heater in a home where it was difficult to find a suitable installation location. His pricing was fair & he is a pleasant person to work with. 5-Stars.
Buckaroo Plumbing
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Reviewed in October 2025
Jacob banks worked on a clog in my kitchen sink that has been going on for a month and he was very quick about fixing the problem. Very nice answered all my questions and and I can finally use my washing machine cause they were connected I was thrilled that he did such a good job and I have any...
Mainstream Electric, Heating, Cooling and Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2025
I had an outstanding experience with Klean Kata Window Cleaning, LLC, and I’m thrilled to share my review! Ryan and his team took care of cleaning our windows, pressure washing our front deck, upper back patio, and back patio with pool surround on July 14th, and the results were phenomenal. For...
Klean Kata Window Cleaning LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
We are very satisfied with the new composite deck and cable railing installed by Bugle Construction. The finished product has exceeded our expectations! Mike was easy to work with from doing site survey and understanding what we wanted to have done, to providing an estimate and providing status...
Bugle Construction JMJ, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2018
These guys were awesome. I had a contractor fixing some damaged sheetrock from a swamp cooler leak in the ceiling. The contractor immediately informed me of some mold he found in the attic, and told him that mold removal is out of scope of what he does. He recommended I get someone to check out...
The Flood, Co.
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Reviewed in November 2017
Stacy is an honest straight-forward person to deal with. The roof was a difficult job and there was a lot of water damage. He explained the repair options clearly so I knew exactly what I was getting into and he took pictures of the damage. He and his crew were always professional, always...
Core Construction
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Reviewed in July 2016
Everything went well. The home was built in 1978 and the pipes and water service to the house was a bit dated. Scott and his team had to experience and expertise to jump in and get the job done without any issues. Water heater and Nuvo softener were both purchased through Scott's Plumbing and...
Scotts Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
Excellent service. I have used them for years. They always let me know when they will arrive. The last install I had was a 80 gallon water heater. The water heater went out on the weekend, and they tried to get me to wait till Monday to save me money, which was most appreciated. I still...
Coeur d'Alene Sheet Metal & Heating LTD
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My Guy Plumbing & Service, Inc.

4.9(

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Harrison, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Long Holiday Weekend and my hot water heater quit. We had just moved in too. That should have been caught in inspection. Oh well. By chance we had HVAC repair scheduled and they offered to look at the water heater, but My Guy already squeezed us into his schedule. I'm so glad he did. His price came in lower than the HVAC service person's quote. My Guy provided options for repair vs replacement. Knowledge is power, and I feel we were given all the information up front. We opted to replace. He showed us how to operate the water heater and told us the schedule for maintenance to get the longest use of our new water heater. I highly recommend My Guy. We'll have him back again when we replace the sink and dishwasher."

Response time6 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Raptor Rooter & Plumbing, LLC

5.0(

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Harrison, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Martin was very good and knew just what to do"

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by84%of homeowners

Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Harrison, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Method is fast and efficient. Water heater quote lowest of three I received. Highly recommend."

Response time9 hrs

Response rate100%

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Straight Shooter Plumbing and Rooter LLC

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Harrison, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had both of my toilets backed up and reached out on Angis and Straight Shooter was the first to respond to my inquiry. They were able to send a technician out the same day and were able to fix my back up issue. I didn't realize my toilets were like 30 years old so they quoted me for replacements and when we decide to do that work we will call them again."

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Clear Water Springs Water Treatment

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Serving Harrison, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They called me promptly and were on time and did a great job , left no mess. Love our new soft water treatment and purification system."

Response time1 day

20 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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Noble Plumbing & Heating

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Serving Harrison, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Even repaired a faucet that got damaged when the water was turned back on. And on top of that, I just plain liked the guy. Will definitely call him again if I have any problems."

Recommended by99%of homeowners

Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Harrison, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely FANTASTIC!! I love working with Bill and his sons. There work is exceptional and their prices are well worth the time they spend in making everything work perfectly. I have lived in N Idaho for 32 years now, and the quality of work produced by the folks at Providence Plumbing is absolutely the best!!!"

Experienced, licenced, bonded, journeyman plumbers

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Providence Plumbing, LLC

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Serving Harrison, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A pro came out assessed the situation advised needs faucet replaced I need to get one and he will come back and install next week ; very satisfied and pleased with the quality of service"

Response time11 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Quality Water Northwest

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Harrison, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a water softening system installed. They were thorough in their evaluation and pricing and the installation went quickly and smoothly. We're very pleased with the work, workmanship and product."

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Kinetico Quality Water NW

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Serving Harrison, ID and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The people at Kinetico were very prompt in coming out to look at the job. They were very knowledgeable regarding their products and were able to make recommendations specific to our hard water issues. The installation was painless and I am pleased with our current water system."

Recommended by71%of homeowners

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

There are several things that can shorten the life of a water softener. Homes with very hard water may have to replace the unit sooner because the water softener works harder to filter out the hard minerals. High water usage and infrequent maintenance can also put more strain on a water softener.

A water softener removes minerals from your drinking water and can make your house water softer. These softeners are designed to extend the lifetime of your plumbing system while also making water safer and more palatable for drinking. Hard water, which is water with a heavy amount of suspended particles, can also cause hair damage, skin irritation, and buildup in your pipes.

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.

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.

No, a water descaler won't descale pipes. The charged water running through the pipes may very slowly dissolve mineral deposits and hold them inside the water, but it's a very gradual process. If your pipes do need descaling, it's much better to get a local plumber to descale your pipes.

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