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Maine's Best Water Treatment
4.9(
244
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Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brad came by to inspect our very old water softener that had stopped working. He determined it needed to be replaced and had a new one installed for us the following Monday. He was very informative and didnâ t charge us an arm and a leg. I highly recommend Maineâ s Best Water Treatment."
Iron Gate
4" X 10" Big Blue sediment filter
Point of use reverse osmosis system
Acid neutralizer
Repco AquaBubble Water Softener

+2

Response time9 hrs
272 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Aerus Electrolux
4.1(
22
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Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1924

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rick was very friendly and informative. We had him come in for a water system quote to remove iron and manganese from our water. He sampled our water, gave us the results immediately and also tested our air quality. He was so thorough and knowledgeable that we were able to close the deal on both a water treatment system and air purifiers that are already making a noticeable difference!"
WC300 installed
Beyond Guardian Air
Bad water fixed
Arsenic, and E-coli removal
Response time1 day
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Aqua-Max of Maine
4.4(
106
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Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This year, my shop was in the basement (I make turned wooden bowls) radon level inexplicably increased from the 2.5 - 4.0 level to 8.0 - 11.0 level. I decided I was not going to work down there unless I did something about radon abatement. The guys said I needed one port under my basement floor, but I opted for two --- one near the exit port of the system and one in the center of the house. I had crushed stone and a vapor barrier under the floor, but radon was still getting in. After the installation lasting 3 hours, twenty-seven hours after install, the level was 0.83. Now after 1 week the level is 0.48 I am ok with that. I have not seen the results from the lab yet, but my continuous meter has been a good indication of what is happening. I am concerned now about radon in my drinking water, but cannot comment on that yet. Dick P Alna, ME"
Radon Mitigation Units
6- membrane process
 whole house reverse osmosis system
 Radon Mitigation Units
 Water Radon Unit

+6

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Beales Plumbing
4.9(
8
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Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I never got to meet Julian. Just text and emails. Only Issue I had was that I would have liked him to be better at communicating when issues were resolved. Otherwise, tidy and got the job done."
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After
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Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Water purifiers and water softeners serve different purposes, so the best one will depend on your particular needs. Water purifiers remove contaminants from water (such as bacteria, viruses, and chemicals), leaving you with ultra-clean and safe water. However, water softeners remove minerals from your water so that the water doesn’t leave stains around your house or cause plumbing problems.

Water softeners have many benefits. The most important one is converting previously hard water—water with too many minerals—to more usable, easier water. When we say easier water, we mean water that’s easier to digest, less harsh on skin and clothes, and builds up less in the water system. Softer water may lead to lower energy costs and will extend the lifespan of all appliances that use water.

Whether you need a license or permit for water softener installation depends on your location. Some municipalities require the installer to hold a plumbing license, while others may only require a permit and an inspection. In some cases, both a permit and a licensed installer are necessary, and some areas have no requirements at all. Often, only certified plumbers and electricians are allowed to pull the necessary permits. To find out the specific regulations in your area, you can contact your local building department. Alternatively, a local water softener installer or plumber will be familiar with the requirements and can typically pull the permits 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 tools like Angi’s state licensing tool to verify an installer's license status.

Yes, you can have both a water softener and a water filter. In fact, some manufacturers sell dual water softening and filtration systems that treat hard water and provide clean drinking water. If you’re unsure about what you need or want to discuss your options, reach out to a local water softener installation company.

Hard water is not considered unhealthy and is safe to drink, cook with, and bathe in. It doesn't pose a risk to your physical health and can even help you get enough essential minerals like calcium in your diet. However, it can negatively affect skin and hair. Using hard water for washing can contribute to dry skin, an itchy scalp, and may worsen conditions like eczema by altering the pH balance. Additionally, some people do not like the taste of hard water.

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