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Q: How much does it cost to replace a water softener?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Is hard water healthier than soft water?

• <div><p>Most experts agree there&rsquo;s not much difference health-wise between <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hard-vs-soft-water.htm">hard water versus soft water</a>. 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.</p></div>

Q: Are shower water softeners really effective?

• <div><p>Some shower water softeners are effective, but this isn&rsquo;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. </p></div>

Q: How do I choose the right water treatment system for my needs?

• <div><p>Selecting the right system depends on testing your water to understand the contaminants present and considering your household's water usage and specific needs, such as removing specific contaminants.</p></div>

Q: How far away does a tankless water heater need to be from a softener?

• <div><p>A tankless water heater should be at least 10 feet away from a water softener, although the pros you hire for water softener installation can help you determine the correct distance. These two units need to have some distance between them to prevent hot water from the tankless water heater from flowing backward into the water softener when it runs a regeneration cycle.</p></div>

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Last update on October 28, 2025

Reviewed in August 2023
Kumar has done several jobs for us ranging from outdoor water spigot bib replacement to redoing the bathroom plumbing at our sink to now replacing a broken pipe part that feeds into our boiler. Recently the expansion tank on our boiler burst a leak and via text and pictures he was able to help...
Distinct Plumbing, Heating and Gas Fitting
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Reviewed in April 2023
I had extensive water damage on my ceiling due to burst pipes. I hired Nelson and couldn’t be happier w the outcome. He arrives on time, does stellar work, and trustworthy. I can’t thank you enough, glad I found you!!
Nelson Roy Siding
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Reviewed in July 2022
Had an awesome experience working with Ken and his sons. They are very responsible and job was well done. After installing the new water heater, I still found water on the ground. Ken was willing to come back and check and found other issues from my A/C unit and help me to fix that issue as well
Coastal Plumbing and Heating
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Reviewed in January 2022
They came out on a Sunday because I had no water. They are so nice & helpful. My tenant left and turned off the water because the water line was leaking when the water and ice tube was removed. There was no shut off valve upstairs so the repair man went to purchase the part and came back so...
All Hours Water Well Repair Service
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Reviewed in July 2020
After spending 2 days trying to find someone to replace my hot water heater, Home Advisor recommended this company. They fit me into their schedule the same day and it was installed about 4 hours after my initially contact with them. Casey and Phil were great. Had them look at a couple of other...
Domination Plumbing and Heating
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Reviewed in February 2019
Work was great, Pete showed up as expected and installed everything to complete satisfaction. Love the new softener as well as the fixed kitchen faucet. He will now be in my rotation for any plumbing that I may need in the future. Courteous, professional and clean work. Awesome job!
O'Brien PlumbingWorks
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Reviewed in September 2016
David was great. He answered our calls immediately, provided expert information, performed the work thoroughly and quickly - and most importantly we now have great tasting water in our home. he was a pleasure to work with and advised us appropriately. He did not recommend a full home filter...
Multipure Drinking Water Filters
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Reviewed in August 2016
Waldron Contracting is truly the best contractor I've ever dealt with. They are honest, efficient, great communicators, detailed oriented and will explain every unanticipated detail with reports and pictures. Waldron came to a property I manage in the South End and handled it so professionally...
Waldron Contracting Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2015
Charlie showed up and within 5 minutes he diagnosed the problem and had the solution worked out. His guys came the next week and worked like dogs for 2 days. They were great. They installed the french drain in one corner of the basement and put in a sump pump which threw the water outside into...
Ronchetti Masonry & Waterproofing Inc
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Reviewed in October 2014
This company, in my opinion, is the best Woburn has to offer. We needed to have the shutoff valve installed as Woburn is now installing water meters. We didn't want to risk a problem as our home was built in the 1950's. We called two other plumbing companies and to our dismay, neither...
THOMAS F SCALLEY SONS INC
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