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H2O Care Inc
4.7(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team is amazing. Formerly known as Atlas, H2O Care is professional and technical. I had many, many questions since I'm installing an new heating and hot water system. The newer technology is higher efficiency, so need to pay more attention to water quality. The tech team is fabulous, especially David who put up with my many, many questions. Highly recommended, especially in areas with very hard water."
Whole House Reverse Osmosis Desalination System
High efficiency water softener with sediment and carbon filtration to correct hard water, manganese and sediment build-up as well as chlorine taste & odor on this public water supply.
The water from this private well revealed high radon and iron in the lab water test.  This system eliminated these water quality issues.
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+22

Response time5 days
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Well Water Connection, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome job and very nice! They did regular maintained on our well pump, installed a water softener system, and a filter system for our kitchen sink. Quick appointment scheduling and very nice people!"
Constant Pressure System Mounted on the wall
Before/After Exterior Rust Stain Removal Services
Replacing a Submersible Pump
New Jet Pump
Examples of Different Filtration Options in Store

+2

Response time1 day
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Spencer Home Services
5.0(
24
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was an emergency service call. Main water supply pipe from street to our house had failed. They responded to call within 45 minutes, evaluated issue, gave us price, Within another half hour equipment showed up. Staff was friendly professional and efficient. Start to finish from initial phone call to replaced main with running water re-established was just over 4 hours. Really impressive company with great customer service. Thank you!"
Repairs
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Equipment

+9

Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Clear Water Pump & Well Service, Inc.
4.4(
39
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My house had no water coming out of our faucets so I did some research and found Clear water and pump well service I called spoke to a nice ladyon the phone she made a appointment for the next day ,when the came and they told me it was the well water pump needed to replaced so they fixed it plus they also said needed to replace the well tank in the house and they fixed that too,. I highly recommend Clear Water and Pump &Well."
Residential water well drilling for residential customer in MA
Water Filtration solution
Recent residential water filtration installation. Clean safe water!
Recent residential water filtration installation
Response time1 day
76 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
5,397
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've called Sila before to work on my HVAC unit and realized they offer plumbing services when my tank-less water heater stopped working. They were able to come by that day I called to see what was wrong. Once they were onsite they deterimed my hot water valve stopped working and were able to replace it and got my hot water working in no time."
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+6

Response time2 days
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Pioneer Basement
4.5(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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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
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Morris Heating & Air Conditioning
4.8(
81
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work by Julen to assess my needs and help choose a humidifier for my system. Excellent installation by Cris and his apprentice. Both service people made sure I understood everything and were responsive to my questions. The job site was left clean and the new equipment was explained."
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+8

Response time3 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Heritage Home Service
4.1(
1,316
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I asked for a rep to come to give quotes for repair or replacement of my gas boiler. Before he came the old boiler failed, and Heritage was able to quickly install a new one so that we without heat and hot water for only a short time."
Career fair
Team breakfast
Festivals and events
Golf tournament
Heritage Helps initiatives

+27

Recommended by91%of homeowners
AW-Pump
4.7(
13
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We offer a full line of services and install submersible and above-ground water systems. AW-Pump proudly provides this plan to our customers to help keep payments within your budget.\nAW-Pump installs and services both pedestal sump pumps and submersible sump pumps by Zoeller. We have a 24/7 emergency service. You can count on us.\nAW-Pump is a fast, affordable, and efficient service. Whatever your problem regarding your home or business, we know how to fix it.

Response time50 mins
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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ER Services Plumbing and Heating
4.2(
16
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Since our founding, ER Services Plumbing & Heating has been known for quality services, exceptional efficiency, and the highest level of professionalism. No matter what service you’re looking for, we guarantee to not only meet but exceed your expectations and ensure your full satisfaction. We have been servicing the Merrimack Valley and North Shore for 40+ years of combined professional experience. We excel in High-Efficiency Boilers, Water Heater Replacement, New Construction, Remodels, and Repairs. - Call today!\n

Gas Lines for Commercial Building
Commercial Kitchen Faucet
Bathroom Finish
Boiler Installation
Shower Stall Finish

+21

Response time6 hrs
213 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by13%of homeowners
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FAQs for water softener service projects in Reading, MA

The license requirements for water softener installation depend on your location. Some municipalities require that the installer hold a plumbing license, some require a permit and an inspection, but no license for the installer, and some require a permit and a license for the installer. Regardless of the local laws in your area, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed plumber or installer. These pros will install your system properly and have the experience to size the system appropriately. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to check your installer’s license status.

Water softeners are worth the money if you live in an area with hard water. Hard water is safe to drink, but it poses serious threats to your plumbing system. The minerals in hard water will gradually build up on the inside walls of your pipes, reducing water flow to your fixtures. The minerals can also gradually corrode your plumbing system, reduce its lifespan, and increase the risk of leaks. Hard water also makes soap and detergent less effective. Water softener systems can solve all these issues, making them a great investment.

It’s possible to install a water softener yourself, but we don’t recommend it. Water softeners require working with copper pipes and electrical wiring, neither are suitable tasks for most DIYers. Plus, working with water and electricity together is dangerous and could pose a risk to your safety. Water softeners also need to be calibrated so that they don’t make your water too soft, as soft water poses just as many risks as hard water. Overall, it’s well worth hiring a local water softener installer to place your water softener system.

The cost to install a water softener system is $1,500 on average, ranging between $200 and $6,000. The labor for water softener work typically costs between $150 and $1,000, so you can add that to your equipment costs to get an accurate total. Your price will depend on many factors, including the following:

  • System capacity 

  • Home size

  • Water hardness levels

  • Type of water softener

  • Presence of electricity in the installation area

  • Local permit costs

Your water softener size is based on your total household water consumption. In most cases, you can assume the average household member will use around 75 gallons per day. Multiply that by the number of people in your home, then multiply by 10 (for the typical grains per gallon). You’ll get a number in grains that should help roughly size your water softener. However, it’s best to hire a professional to install your system and use more exact numbers, like your exact average water consumption per day and starting water hardness.

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