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D Day Plumbing
5.0(
46
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Athol, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Damien arrived on time, was very hard working, charged an exceptionally fair price, and did an outstanding job. When he left, everything was spotless. He replaced a kitchen faucet, installed a new bathroom faucet/shower head, fixed a running toilet, and even showed me what to use on stubborn hard water stains that I was unable to remove with all the usual methods. We also had him install a second hose for the backyard and replace the existing outdoor spigot. When we redo our bathroom, we will definitely call Damien."
Cabinet - finished product
Cabinet rebuild (before picture)
Gas Hot Water Heater Install - Power Vented
Navien Wall Hung Water Heater
3 Bay Commercial Sink Install

+32

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pioneer Basement
4.5(
264
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Athol, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wow! Unbelievable! If we ever have a water problem again, Pioneer will be the only waterproofing company that we call. We were getting some water in our basement which has a stack-stone foundation and radiant floor heating. We interviewed three companies and were particularly concerned about a solution that would stop the water without compromising the radiant tubes that were in the floor. Initially, Pioneer recommended a baseboard system that would run along the outside of the wall. Upon inspection, Mike Oliveira discussed a traditional drain to sump pump solution. We reiterated our concern about puncturing a tube in the floor and Mike assured us that he and his team would hand chisel potential problem areas to avoid the tubing. Moreover, this solution would save us roughly $2K and give us a lifetime guarantee vs. a 25 year guarantee on the baseboard system. The team showed up on time, cleared a 50' span of concrete by Noon, uncovered two sections of radiant tubing without puncturing the line, installed the moisture barrier, sump pump and new concrete by 4 p.m. They had to drill through a hefty header board to connect the pump line to an existing drainage line that carries water away from home and that was completed by 5:30 p.m. Mike came back in a week and we tested the fix using free-flow from our sprinkler system -- it worked perfectly. Subsequently we've had some consistent spring rain and absolutely no water in the basement. The team (including sales, service, billing, installation) was professional, courteous and available when we had questions. They saved us money, fixed our problem and provided a lifetime guarantee. We're both ecstatic and amazed!"
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+5

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Cliff Cummings Water Services
4.8(
31
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Athol, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Cliff Cummings Water Services, David, and the team. David is 4th generation in this business, even his son followed in his footsteps. He knows this business inside and out, it is not just a job for him. He impressed upon us if we were dissatisfied in ANY way to give him a call so he could address the issue. You don't find that kind of customer service anymore. They are: Knowledgeable Punctual Reliable Trustworthy Affordable Customer service friendly I've wanted to install a water softener for years. I am not sure why we waited?! My hairdresser is going to thank me ;) We have noticed an immediate difference and in the long run, we will save money. How will this happen? We will use less: soap, shampoo, conditioner, dish detergent, etc. The color in my hair will stay longer allowing me to go another week before coloring it again We will save on all the bottled water we buy. Sorry Poland Springs! We will need to use less lotion because the water softener has helped with dry skin My kid's scalps won't continue to dry out and flake so we don't need to buy special shampoo We couldn't be more pleased! Thank you Cliff Cummings Water Services, David, and team!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Epoch Plumbing
5.0(
29
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Athol, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

"I needed my water heater repaired and Jacob came to do that he went above and beyond to make sure that my family had hot water even in this extreme heat. He was very friendly, very sweet and very easy to talk to and I have to say thank you again, Jacob."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

To get utilities set up on a property, you first have to contact the local department of planning to determine whether your property is able to connect to public utilities. From there, you can work with a structural engineer and/or a building contractor to design the layout of utility lines on the property. The pros will need this information as they begin securing building permits before they can start adding lines.

If your property isn’t able to connect to public utilities, you’ll need to consider working with pros to develop a comfortable off-grid home that will meet your needs.

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

Replacing a water softener costs $200 to $6,000, depending on the capacity of the water softener, the type of water softener, and the amount of people living in your home. An ion exchange water softener is the most common type and costs $500 to $3,000. Water distillers, which cost $1,200 to $4,000, and dual-tank models, which cost $1,000 to $5,000, are definitely pricey, but they offer more filtration or capacity, respectively.

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