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

Serving Gardner, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Damien arrived on time and determined our issue quickly and corrected our clogged pipes. We also asked him to check out another issue. He stayed and fixed this issue as well. He also cleaned everything up before leaving. A true professional. We will definitely be hiring him again and recommending him to all of our friends. Thanks again 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 Gardner, 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
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Bay State Pump Company, Inc.
4.7(
48
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Gardner, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andy and his team were phenomenal. I just moved just to Shrewsbury and my well pump died leaving me with no water. They went above and beyond to get my pump working quickly so that my family and 4 month old wouldnâ t be without water. They were so professional and thorough. I would recomm"
pumps, filtration
Well drilling
well drilling, filtration
pump system, filtration
pump system, filtration

+4

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Domination Plumbing and Heating
4.6(
23
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Gardner, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Domination Plumbing came out to my house on a Friday morning, provided an estimate that day, and scheduled the work for Monday morning. All work was performed quickly and efficiently. I absolutely recommend them and will call them again for any plumbing needs."
Custom Work
Custom Work
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Custom Work

+20

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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 Gardner, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David Walcott, has always provided top notch professional service. His company is always reliable, their workmanship is second to none. I won't trust my water to any one else!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Yes. To get soft water, you can install a water softening system, which will replace the calcium and magnesium ions in the water with sodium or potassium ions. Water softeners cost anywhere from $200 to $6,000, depending on the size and complexity of the system. You can either install a water softener for the whole house or just at your shower heads. If you’re sensitive to sodium or potassium, you can install a salt-free water conditioner.

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

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.

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. 

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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