Top-rated water softener pros.

Get matched with top water softener pros in Des Plaines, IL

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your water softener service project in Des Plaines, IL?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY DES PLAINES, IL HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.7
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon34
    Verified water softener services reviews

Find Water softener pros in Des Plaines

Avatar for Water Specialties Group, Inc.
Water Specialties Group, Inc.
4.3(
52
)
Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found this to be the perfect customer service experience! Joe was professional, friendly and informative. He quickly diagnosed my problem and immediately fixed it. Fortunatley it wasn't a big issue but rather a couple of small issues. He also carried in ten 40 bags of salt for me. He explained some features and showed me how to manually recharge the softener just in case it ever needs it. I HIGHLY recommend Water Specialties Group. this is how a service call should be done."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Leaf Home Water Solutions- Chicago
Leaf Home Water Solutions- Chicago
4.1(
197
)
Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Leaf Home Water Solutions provides best-in-class water filtration and softener products for healthy, purified water that protects both the home and family. With state-of-the-art water testing materials, dedication to White Glove installation and service, best-in-class products, and the support of the nation's largest home solutions company, homeowners can feel confident choosing Leaf Home Water Solutions. Since all installations are tailored to specific water needs, custom solutions may include enhanced impact on hair and skin, energy savings on bills, increased appliance longevity, and elimination of hard water contaminants like calcium and magnesium, while also combatting taste and odor issues by filtering out chlorine and other organic compounds. The team of professionals at Leaf Home Water Solutions takes great pride in knowing that families are provided with the cleanest, crispest, and heathiest water possible.

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
Avatar for Legendary Service
Legendary Service
5.0(
27
)
Water Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I just won a beautiful water heater from Legendary Service, and they were amazing. The installation was quick, easy, and clean. The owners came down personally to make sure everything went smoothly. Very nice people and I would definitely go to them for all my plumbing and heating needs!"
Reclaimed Mechanical Room
Reclaimed Mechanical Room
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
Avatar for A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
4.6(
188
)
Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patrick was promptly in figuring out what our issue was. He was able to rod the line and get the water to start draining out. Explained why the line clogged and what to do to help it from happening again. He will be my go to plumber"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+1

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
4.9(
20
)
Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are new homeowners and had a hole in our septic tank made of concrete block, which was sending wastewater into the foundation/basement of the home. It was my first time using Angie's List, and I would recommend Illinois Sewer and Drain to anyone. Joe and his team of experts solved our issue immediately at an affordable price. They even went above and beyond to install a sump pump in our basement to help with the rain water. Quality work!!"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+23

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
Avatar for Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drainage Inc. - Plumbing
Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drainage Inc. - Plumbing
3.3(
7
)
Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Danny D, Jerry, and Adam, y’all are stuck with me as a client lol. They provided excellent service, funny, kind, accommodating and explained all that they were doing and all of our goals in maintaining my plumbing. They went above and beyond and I know in the future this is my go to team for our plumbing needs. They showed up last year and this year and just taught me so much in maintaining my home system and their expertise!!!"
Repair
Repair
Plumbing
Response time2 days
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 138
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.

It’s not a good idea to oversize your water softener. Doing so will mean the tank doesn’t get full, which can lead to channeling. This leads to a large portion of the resin beads not being utilized and the beads at the bottom of the tank being overused. Over time, this will reduce the efficiency of your system, not to mention that the upfront cost of an oversized softener is unnecessarily high. If you have a timed regeneration cycle rather than a demand-based one, you’ll also spend far more on replacing salt than you need to.

Yes, you can have both a water softener and a water filter. In fact, some manufacturers sell dual water softening and filtration systems that treat hard water and provide clean drinking water. If you’re unsure about what you need or want to discuss your options, reach out to a local water softener installation company.

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.

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.

The Des Plaines, IL homeowners’ guide to water softener services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.