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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: What is the difference between a water softener and a water filter, and which one should I get?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Which areas of the U.S. have hard water?

• <div><p>Most of the U.S. has hard water, especially across portions of the West and Midwest. The areas with the hardest water include parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, Illinois, North and South Dakota, Ohio, and New York. You&rsquo;ll find soft water in parts of New England, the Southeast, the Pacific Northwest, and Hawaii.</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>

Q: Is hard water dangerous?

• <div><p>No, hard water isn&rsquo;t dangerous. The added calcium in hard water can contribute to good bone health. However, it can also cause dry skin and hair. If you have dry skin or hair, consider using a water-softening system to help minimize the minerals in your water. Plus, these systems can also add some sodium to your diet. </p></div>

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Last update on January 14, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
The issue was in the crawl space. He responded fast, shut off the water right away, explained the problem in detail, and showed me how he fixed it. Everything was done professionally and efficiently. I would definitely recommend his services.
BY Plumbing Services
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Reviewed in December 2025
Bluegrass Water Treatments was nothing but life changing for my skin and hair. Our water was horrible in Lexington,Ky and now it’s a serious transformation. Thanks again
Bluegrass Water Treatments
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Reviewed in December 2025
He came in and redid the driveway at our farm. It was much needed and he made the water drain off of it.
JDot DirtWorks
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Reviewed in June 2025
We had a lot of water damage in the bathroom flooring and subfloor and we were on a tight budget yet they were able to accommodate our needs. After the work, we now have a totally new bathroom within our budget. They are very honest and efficient and know what they’re doing. We are very...
Love Construction LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
Straight Line Painting was contracted to apply a special waterproofing membrane material over the top half of a 180 ft2 stone wall section in front of my house (about 90 ft2). I would do the lower section of the wall. The contractor's portion of the work would require their crew to work off...
Straight Line Painting LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Alex and team did an amazing job replacing my entire living level of my house after a significant water incident. All of my floors, the kitchen cabinets, counters, installing appliance, plumbing work, and even had him do so tile work around my fireplace. Great company, great individual and will...
Stak Construction
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Reviewed in March 2023
These guys are really top-notch contractors. I had a major drainage issue since we are built into the side of a hill on Herrington Lake and we get a ton of water coming at us after every rain storm, along with a bunch of gravel from the neighbors above us on the hill. They came up with a great...
Exact One Excavation
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Reviewed in November 2022
They did dock house work, while the dock remained in the water.
T&N Fabrication Welding Construction
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Reviewed in June 2022
Bluefrog is a great choice when you have a plumbing issue. I have used them twice, once to replace a hot water heater and once to replace a garbage disposal. In both instances they were prompt, professional, and reasonably priced. They went above and beyond on the hot water heater, pumping out...
Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of Lexington
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Reviewed in May 2021
Salesman overpromised and misstated the use amount of water the unit would use but the tech was great and we worked it out to an understanding of the details consistent with the manual
Culligan Water Conditioning of Danville
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Karsare Water Systems, LLC

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

Serving Burgin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike and his team were very responsive from my first contact with Karsare Water Systems. I had a water softener system that developed a problem. Mike came to my home to access my situation and to troubleshoot for possible causes. Mike was very proactive in attempting to determine if repair or replacement was best option and most cost effective. After considering 3 options provided by Mike, I elected to have my older unit replaced with a more efficient Kinetico water softener. Due to manufacturing delays caused by COVID, new unit delivery was delayed a few weeks. This was NOT the fault of Karsare. Upon receipt of new units in their inventory, company immediately contacted me to schedule install appointment. Technician arrived on time as scheduled and immediately went to work replacing my older water softener. Technician worked quickly and had new unit up and running in about 2 hours. Cleaned up area around his work space. Great experience from beginning to the end. Kinetico water systems are not the cheapest in the industry but provide a high quality water softener system for homeowners like me. Karsare is a very professional, knowledgeable, and customer focused company."

Response time1 day

Response rate90%

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Cooley & Company Construction, LLC

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Burgin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AllStar Drain Solutions did a great job and came with a days notice late on a Friday to save me from not having a working kitchen faucet all weekend. I highly recommend them."

Response time4 hrs

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Burgin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dalton from Dauenhaur plumbing was excellent. Customer service interactions were great. Overall good experience at a good price (in my opinion)."

34 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by84%of homeowners

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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Lexington

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Serving Burgin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Erick the supervisor gave us an accurate estimate, was polite and focused on getting our water on and pipes replaced. The plumbers who actually did the work arrived on time and worked diligently for two days to get our mess fixed. I recommend this business for any plumbing needs."

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Response time5 hrs

16 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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AFS PROPERTY SOLUTIONS

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Burgin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"He showed up when he said he would abd got the job done quickly. He was very polite!"

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Bluegrass Water Treatments

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Serving Burgin, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bluegrass Water Treatments was nothing but life changing for my skin and hair. Our water was horrible in Lexington,Ky and now it’s a serious transformation. Thanks again"

10 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by41%of homeowners

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

Serving Burgin, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was the most wonderful experience! So happy with the finished product and the outstanding customer service!"

Response time6 hrs

Response rate100%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Alford Home Solutions Inc

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Burgin, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1963

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great. High quality service. Done on promised schedule. Very reasonable price."

Termite shelter tube hanging from floor joist.

Termite Damage to floor joist, rim joist and sill plate.

Termite and Moisture Damage to wood in crawl space.

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Fayette Heating & Air || H20 Maestro

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

Serving Burgin, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went well. The process was quick and easy."

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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

Serving Burgin, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Done great work. Interior and exterior. Would recommend to anyone"

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Most of the U.S. has hard water, especially across portions of the West and Midwest. The areas with the hardest water include parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, Illinois, North and South Dakota, Ohio, and New York. You’ll find soft water in parts of New England, the Southeast, the Pacific Northwest, and Hawaii.

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.

No, hard water isn’t dangerous. The added calcium in hard water can contribute to good bone health. However, it can also cause dry skin and hair. If you have dry skin or hair, consider using a water-softening system to help minimize the minerals in your water. Plus, these systems can also add some sodium to your diet.

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