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Catenzaro & Sons Plumbing
4.3(
59
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Ashton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave was on time and performed the outdoor water faucet replacement without a problem. I also had him look at a few other minor things while he was there for a small additional cost."
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,689
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Ashton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"Well, the first time the replacement was ordered it was the wrong one, which of course, delayed the installation a week. When it was finally installed I had to pay an additional $850 for code upgrades. This I was not informed of by Home Shield. Then we noticed that there was water on the garage floor and found that the pipe coming in from the wall was leaking at the wall so had to call the plumbing company back out to fix it. They first tried to say it was not their fault but since there wasn't a leak before they installed they did fix it. I have used Home Shield a few times before and never had a problem. Some of the companies they use are not the best so you have to research them before you commit. I have found HS service to be good if you do your homework. At the end of the day I was without hot water for almost 3 weeks but it was do to the plumbing company they sent out."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
Forest City Water
New to Angi
Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Ashton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We're dedicated to providing our clients with top-notch service, installation, and maintenance for all your water softening needs. We specialize in water treatment solutions for residential and commercial properties, ensuring your water is free of hardness minerals that can damage appliances and leave buildup. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer care, we take pride in delivering reliable, customized solutions tailored to your unique water needs. Our commitment to integrity and attention to detail ensures long-term relationships with our clients, and your satisfaction is always guaranteed.

Plumbing Help & Co.
New to Angi
Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Ashton, IL and surrounding areas

Hi, I’m a skilled and reliable plumbing professional serving the Chicagoland area. I specialize in residential and light commercial work, including repairs, installations, and troubleshooting everyday plumbing issues.\n\nI take pride in doing the job right the first time, showing up on time, and communicating clearly so there are no surprises. Whether it’s a small fix or a bigger project, my goal is to provide quality work, fair pricing, and service you can trust.\n\nI look forward to helping you keep your plumbing running smoothly.

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Water Softeners FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Installing a water softener could help reduce calcium buildup in your pool if your pool has high calcium hardness as a result of hard drinking water in your home. Pool softeners work by exchanging calcium and magnesium for sodium, so if you use softened water to top off your pool, it may help keep calcium hardness from rising over time. However, it won’t lower the calcium hardness of the water already in your pool and isn’t a practical way to control pool calcium levels. The average water softener installation cost is between $200 and $6,000.

If your water softener repair is fairly straightforward, like a simple filter replacement, then you can probably do it yourself with little risk. However, anything beyond a simple fix should be addressed by someone with extensive plumbing expertise to avoid costly water softener problems, like leaks. 

That said, even simple problems can be complicated to diagnose, particularly if your water softener is attached to a whole-house treatment system. So, unless you feel absolutely certain that the problem is an easy fix that you can take on yourself, it's probably best to hire a plumber to diagnose and fix the problem.

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. 

Softened water prevents scale deposits, reducing appliance wear, leading to energy savings and longer-lasting household fixtures.

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