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Avatar for Artisan Well & Pump LLC
Artisan Well & Pump LLC
5.0(
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Our well pump died and overnight we had no water for a house and for a bunch of horses. We contacted Artisan and they were able to get there the same afternoon. They diagnosed the problem and after discussion the fix options, they got right to work and replaced the pump, pipes and wiring. In and out in about 5 hours. Very professional and very polite. We were very impressed by the quality of the work and the friendliness of their tech (he's the owner). Definitely would use them again and recommend them to others!"
Response time9 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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RainSoft of Chicago
3.8(
18
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"You have to know going into this that their first price is not their final price. At the end we were saying could've we gotten a better price. If that type of negotiation bothers you don't call this company. What they sell is top notch, we are very happy with the water quality now."
Clean Start
EC5
Air Master
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Crawlspace / Basement Waterproofing Solution
4.4(
256
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Terrific experience.  Very responsive and professional.
Took care of our foundation crack when they said they would, no drama.
More water came following their work and it all held up to the rain and floods.
So, we were pleased.
We'd have them back....hopefully no more water in the basement though.
They care about their reputation and it shows. 
Thanks for your help!

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Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Barrett's Soft Water Co.
Barrett's Soft Water Co.
5.0(
2
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1952

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and takes pride in the services we provide to our residential and commercial clients. We specialize in Water Treatment services You will find us to be competitively priced. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! Unfortunately, because we are unable to get parts, we cannot service Water Boss, Rainsoft, and Culligan sorry for the inconvenience. At this time, we only install our own equipment. Give us a call or stop in with any questions you might have!

Response time10 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for McDonagh & Sons Plumbing & Sewer Inc
McDonagh & Sons Plumbing & Sewer Inc
4.1(
69
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I own a two flat in the city. Today i got a call from one of my tenants telling me that there was a leak. i called mcDonoagh and Sons and within two hours, they ha a Technician come out on st Patrick's day diagnose the problem, get the appropriate parts and fix it. I was very impressed with the responsiveness and the speed of service. He also made helpful recommendations for how to maintain my water heaters.
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Most experts agree there’s not much difference health-wise between hard water versus soft water. That said, hard water is more likely to cause skin dryness and issues that go along with it, like an itchy or flaky scalp. Hard water can also decrease the life span of your household appliances and make it more difficult for soap to do its job.

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.

A lower-end water softener would cost around $900, not including installation. Each home has different requirements, water hardness, and number of inhabitants, so there’s a huge range in pricing—$600 to over $6,000. The average water softener repair bill is around $500, meaning it’s a much better option to repair any issues and only replace your softener if absolutely necessary. 

Yes, a water softener can remove scale deposits. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, after you add a water softener to your home, “gradually the softer water will dissolve limescale scale deposits and remove the problem entirely.” Installing a water softener—or water descaler—will also help prevent new scale deposits from forming.

The main difference between a water softener and a water filter is what they remove from the water. A water softener is specifically designed to remove hard minerals, while a filter removes a wider range of contaminants above a certain size, such as bacteria and other impurities. If your primary goal is to remove minerals, a softener is the best choice. If you want to remove various contaminants for safety or taste, a filter is more suitable. Filters are also typically less expensive to install. Depending on your water supply's specific issues, you may need to install both systems for comprehensive treatment.

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