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Maine's Best Water Treatment
4.9(
245
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Serving Patten, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brad and his wife Jennifer came to install a water softener and filter system and went right to work and got the job done in a timely manner. They were clean and organized and left the project working and clean. Brad explained the system and how it worked including follow-up service he provided for maintenance on a yearly basis. The system is working and the water has never tasted so good."
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
158 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Aerus Electrolux
4.1(
22
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Serving Patten, ME and surrounding areas

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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
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Aqua-Max of Maine
4.4(
105
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Serving Patten, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The company's responsiveness to our urgent situation was extraordinary. The owner made a 60 mile trip to examine our situation on Sunday morning! He expected at least a week before they could do the work, but he got it done the next morning so that we would have safe water...we had been waiting for another contractor for more than 3 months! The installed radon mitigation system has performed flawlessly. We are grateful and confidently give AquaMax our highest recommendation."
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Aqua-Max of Maine
4.4(
106
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Serving Patten, 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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Fortier's Plumbing
5.0(
6
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Serving Patten, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Fortier's Plumbing is dedicated to delivering top quality plumbing solutions for all. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities. We look forward to working with you!

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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New England Home Renovations LLC
4.0(
311
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Serving Patten, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I received a call back from Richard within 4 hours of sending an e-mail asking for help with a slow-draining and unusable toilet.  He sent Jim to my house that afternoon and the problem was fixed within 2 hours at a very reasonable cost.  Jim found a plastic air freshener that had been dropped into the toilet (likely by my 2 yr old) and had gotten stuck in the drain.  He had to pull the toilet off the floor and push the item back through the drain, which was difficult since it had gotten stuck during all my forceful attempts to snake the toilet.  He also made sure to replace the filler valve when the water wouldn't stop flowing.  They even arranged to let me pay via PayPal when I couldn't find my checkbook.  What more can you ask than a fast response, a job well done, a reasonable price, and flexibility when doing business?  My experience was top notch and I wouldn't hesitate to call them again for any future repairs or projects."
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New boiler install
Removal of cast Iron to PVC.
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Generally, it is safe to bathe in yellow water, as the color is often caused by iron, tannins, or rust, which won't harm your skin. Soap will still clean you effectively, though the water might leave stains. However, if the water has an unusual smell or you suspect contamination, avoid bathing and contact a plumber for an inspection. A professional can also help if you find bathing in yellow water problematic and want to determine how to get your water clear again.

No. You should never directly drain a water softener into a sewer cleanout. This practice is illegal in many areas because it could allow raw sewage to get into your drinking water and make you seriously ill. Many places have codes requiring a specific seal, pipe, and a large air gap between a water softener and a sewage cleanout. Check out Florida's Plumbing Building Code as an example of what these restrictions might look like.

It depends on the type of surface. For instance, if you’re trying to get rid of hard water deposits on glass, you can spray vinegar onto the surface and wipe it off with a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge. However, if the deposits are on granite or natural stone, it’s better to use baking soda and water rather than vinegar or other acidic cleaners.

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.

You can install a water softener system by turning off the water supply, draining the water, and then connecting your device to the waterline. Next, you’ll fill your tank with the recommended amount of salt or brine (whichever your unit calls for; be sure to read the instructions). Turn the water supply on and check for leaks. You can opt to let your water run for a few minutes, then test it using strips. 

The process of inspecting your water softener system is similar.

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