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Avatar for Allegiance Water, LLC
Allegiance Water, LLC
4.7(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We called several local companies that offered water purification systems and Mike really came through as the most attentive and thoughtful, not to mention he had the best price. We had done research about lots of different system options and in weighing the pros and cons we had had about a million questions and Mike patiently and thoroughly answered each one and made us feel confident in the systems we chose. Mike is clearly experienced and knowledgable in his field and he clearly wants his customers to have quality service and products -- he definitely goes the extra mile! We are super happy with our systems (whole house filtration and RO) and would definitely recommend Mike and Allegiance Water!"
perfecta-All-in-one city water system
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Satisfied clients

+6

Response time10 hrs
Response rate95%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Magic Electric, Plumbing, Heating + Air- Boise
4.6(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"There were some minor problems with the installations - a leaking faucet (brand new faucet installed by Magic), and another brand new faucet that had the cold side quit working a day after they installed new feeder lines. However, in each case, Magic quickly sent a plumber out to fix the issues. Overall, they installed 3 new faucets, two new toilets, and four new sinks. We'll have them out again to put in a water line for our new refrigerator/freezer's ice maker, as soon as the appliance arrives."
Exterior Lighting
Residential Services
Ceiling Fan Install
Outlets and Switches
Whole Home Electrical Services

+2

Response time8 hrs
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Pristine Plumbing and Construction
4.5(
40
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I would highly recommend Kyle and Pristine Plumbing. He did a great job replumbing our entire house and installing a new water heater at a price that was very affordable. Kyle always returned calls, showed up to the job on schedule and completed the job on schedule."
Pet grooming station
Water main repair
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Remodel

+4

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Kinetico Quality Water of Southwest Idaho
4.7(
15
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kinetico is a wonderful company to do business with because of the personal touch and the quality product. I would highly recommend working with them for water softener and filtration needs."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Whether you need a license or permit for water softener installation depends on your location. Some municipalities require the installer to hold a plumbing license, while others may only require a permit and an inspection. In some cases, both a permit and a licensed installer are necessary, and some areas have no requirements at all. Often, only certified plumbers and electricians are allowed to pull the necessary permits. To find out the specific regulations in your area, you can contact your local building department. Alternatively, a local water softener installer or plumber will be familiar with the requirements and can typically pull the permits 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 tools like Angi’s state licensing tool to verify an installer's license status.

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.

Yes. To get soft water, you can install a water softening system, which will replace the calcium and magnesium ions in the water with sodium or potassium ions. Water softeners cost anywhere from $200 to $6,000, depending on the size and complexity of the system. You can either install a water softener for the whole house or just at your shower heads. If you’re sensitive to sodium or potassium, you can install a salt-free water conditioner.

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

Experts recommend that you put two to four bags of potassium chloride in your water softener every month. This amount depends on how much is in the bag (40 pounds is most common) and what your water softener manufacturer recommends. For more specific advice, talk to a water softener pro in your area and read the manual that came with your system.

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