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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018


"It’s not often you get to write two good reviews in one year! J-Goods replaced our boiler at the start of the year. They werefast and efficient and reasonably priced. We had a few teething issues and problems and I nearly lost the faith, so when I woke up this morning with no heat at all I was at my wits end. Jon responded immediately to my somewhat emotional voice message and had a senior tech at the house in less than an hour. He found the problem (manufacturer hadn’t tightened a valve and water and electrics don’t mix) grabbed the part and fixed it within a couple of hours. All under warranty and no charge. It’s impossible to say how grateful I am without getting emotional again! :D Thank you to the team at J Goods. I highly recommend them."

Sarah T on December 2020

Up Front Billing Twelve Employees 24 Hour Service on Our Installations

"It’s not often you get to write two good reviews in one year! J-Goods replaced our boiler at the start of the year. They werefast and efficient and reasonably priced. We had a few teething issues and problems and I nearly lost the faith, so when I woke up this morning with no heat at all I was at my wits end. Jon responded immediately to my somewhat emotional voice message and had a senior tech at the house in less than an hour. He found the problem (manufacturer hadn’t tightened a valve and water and electrics don’t mix) grabbed the part and fixed it within a couple of hours. All under warranty and no charge. It’s impossible to say how grateful I am without getting emotional again! :D Thank you to the team at J Goods. I highly recommend them."

Sarah T on December 2020


"Terrible. I paid 3 times to have them out here. Was told I need a permit.. another $200... but they couldn't even fix it . Told by another business did not need drain field repaired... the drain field was dry. Waste of almost $1000 total. NEVER EVER AGAIN."

Mary B on September 2020

$20.00 Off Plumbing Septic, Sewer, Drain Cleaning. Restrictions Apply - Not to be combined with any other offer.

"Terrible. I paid 3 times to have them out here. Was told I need a permit.. another $200... but they couldn't even fix it . Told by another business did not need drain field repaired... the drain field was dry. Waste of almost $1000 total. NEVER EVER AGAIN."

Mary B on September 2020


KERN HEATING COOLING & PLBG

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KERN HEATING COOLING & PLBG

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Kern Heating is sa full service air-conditioning, heating and plumbing contractor with the ability to service and install complete heating and air condition systems. In additon to scheduled service checkis, repairing of existing equipment and installation of new equipment, we can help you find ways to reduce your energy bills. Having your heating or cooling system serviced for peak efficiency or replacing older units will save valuable dollars

"Adam and Dave are beyond awesome! These guys work hard and maintain such a friendly, welcoming, and positive attitude. They get the job done and make sure you’re happy with the results. They make certain to clean up after themselves to a near perfection. Bob makes sure you know the plan before they begin and Tyrelle in the office keeps you posted on the schedule. All around awesome company and I would highly recommend!"

Patricia M on March 2022

Kern Heating is sa full service air-conditioning, heating and plumbing contractor with the ability to service and install complete heating and air condition systems. In additon to scheduled service checkis, repairing of existing equipment and installation of new equipment, we can help you find ways to reduce your energy bills. Having your heating or cooling system serviced for peak efficiency or replacing older units will save valuable dollars

"Adam and Dave are beyond awesome! These guys work hard and maintain such a friendly, welcoming, and positive attitude. They get the job done and make sure you’re happy with the results. They make certain to clean up after themselves to a near perfection. Bob makes sure you know the plan before they begin and Tyrelle in the office keeps you posted on the schedule. All around awesome company and I would highly recommend!"

Patricia M on March 2022


Owens Soft Water

5.00(
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Owens Soft Water

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owens Soft Water is a family owned business that has been around for over 50 years in the Central, Mid, and Northern Michigan areas. Owens systems are custom built to suit the individual needs of each household or business, and we support all systems, including those of our competitors. Our main product time is the High Efficient - non - electric Kinetico Water Softeners, Reverse Osmosis, and purification.

Owens Soft Water is a family owned business that has been around for over 50 years in the Central, Mid, and Northern Michigan areas. Owens systems are custom built to suit the individual needs of each household or business, and we support all systems, including those of our competitors. Our main product time is the High Efficient - non - electric Kinetico Water Softeners, Reverse Osmosis, and purification.


Swick Home Services

3.86(
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Swick Home Services

3.86(
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Customers say: Quick response
49 years of experience

Locally owned and operated since 1977, we invest heavily in employee training - no subcontractors. We guarantee our workmanship for life - or as long as you own the home. We offer true 24/7 service. You will always speak with a live person if you call with an emergency. Up-front pricing means no surprises, just honesty. There are absolutely no hidden charges. Financing is available.

"No work has been done I'm going on 2 weeks with almost no response, the tech left me with 3 space heaters and.that.he needed a.part.which turned into waiting on part to no communication for several days I called to escalate and got promised a call but it never happened still hanging they got my money when I signed up for financing .so I guess they have no sense.of.urgancy . I. should have followed my friends advice and we t elsewhere now I'm locked in this stupid overpriced loan/quote repeated.calls go unanswered... Coldest part of the year afraid waiting is going to damage other pipes most my house plants.are dying and.weare freezing"

Raymond B on December 2025

Locally owned and operated since 1977, we invest heavily in employee training - no subcontractors. We guarantee our workmanship for life - or as long as you own the home. We offer true 24/7 service. You will always speak with a live person if you call with an emergency. Up-front pricing means no surprises, just honesty. There are absolutely no hidden charges. Financing is available.

"No work has been done I'm going on 2 weeks with almost no response, the tech left me with 3 space heaters and.that.he needed a.part.which turned into waiting on part to no communication for several days I called to escalate and got promised a call but it never happened still hanging they got my money when I signed up for financing .so I guess they have no sense.of.urgancy . I. should have followed my friends advice and we t elsewhere now I'm locked in this stupid overpriced loan/quote repeated.calls go unanswered... Coldest part of the year afraid waiting is going to damage other pipes most my house plants.are dying and.weare freezing"

Raymond B on December 2025



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Pure Water Works, Inc.

4.33(
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Pure Water Works, Inc.

4.33(
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Customers say: Quality work
46 years of experience

Pure Water Works, Inc., is a Michigan Corporation founded in 1980 by William Siegmund based on his philosophy of changing the quality of life with quality water. Located in Traverse City, Michigan, we sell, rent, assemble and service complete lines of water treatment equipment. We also design, install, and service equipment from Residential treatment systems at 8 gpm (gallons per minute) to Industrial processing over 1,000 gpm. We also have various systems to handle larger commercial requirements, as we have installed internationally in Mexico, South America and Canada. If you're looking for great service and unparalleled expertise in matters of water filtration, reverse osmosis, water processing and conditioning, or any other matters regarding pure water, we can help you find the solution you're looking for. At Pure Water Works, we maintain a state-certified laboratory at the Traverse City location and have been a WQA (Water Quality Association) member since 1983. Most of our management and staff are certified Water Quality Association specialists. As an independent dealer, we offer the finest equipment and technology currently available. All our equipment meets or exceeds WQA or NSF (National Sanitation Foundation) standards for quality and performance. We also provide specific services for different industries, including commercial and industrial water conditioning, bottled water service and delivery, reverse osmosis water conditioning, UltraPure water services, and electronically-monitored, salt-free water treatment. Everyone's water is not the same. Pure Water Works believes the choice is yours and utilizes scientific analysis and a well trained, experienced service/maintenance staff with a combined 70 years work in the field to recommend treatment based on the individual needs of customers.

"Rob was very professional, personable and knowledgeable. He fixed our issue and reviewed what he had done as well as how to maintain our equipment."

Jim D on September 2023

Pure Water Works, Inc., is a Michigan Corporation founded in 1980 by William Siegmund based on his philosophy of changing the quality of life with quality water. Located in Traverse City, Michigan, we sell, rent, assemble and service complete lines of water treatment equipment. We also design, install, and service equipment from Residential treatment systems at 8 gpm (gallons per minute) to Industrial processing over 1,000 gpm. We also have various systems to handle larger commercial requirements, as we have installed internationally in Mexico, South America and Canada. If you're looking for great service and unparalleled expertise in matters of water filtration, reverse osmosis, water processing and conditioning, or any other matters regarding pure water, we can help you find the solution you're looking for. At Pure Water Works, we maintain a state-certified laboratory at the Traverse City location and have been a WQA (Water Quality Association) member since 1983. Most of our management and staff are certified Water Quality Association specialists. As an independent dealer, we offer the finest equipment and technology currently available. All our equipment meets or exceeds WQA or NSF (National Sanitation Foundation) standards for quality and performance. We also provide specific services for different industries, including commercial and industrial water conditioning, bottled water service and delivery, reverse osmosis water conditioning, UltraPure water services, and electronically-monitored, salt-free water treatment. Everyone's water is not the same. Pure Water Works believes the choice is yours and utilizes scientific analysis and a well trained, experienced service/maintenance staff with a combined 70 years work in the field to recommend treatment based on the individual needs of customers.

"Rob was very professional, personable and knowledgeable. He fixed our issue and reviewed what he had done as well as how to maintain our equipment."

Jim D on September 2023


Eco Smart Watertreatment

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Eco Smart Watertreatment

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Eco Smart Watertreatment is Michigans #1 authority in SALT FREE water treatment systems. With over 20 years in the water conditioning business, Eco Smart has help revolutionlize the water treatment industry. We offer the only REAL salt free alternative for all your water conditioning needs. The technologically advanced Eco Lite EC3 Saltless Anti-Scale Media is an innovative solution that prevents all of the negative effects of calcium and magnesium, while allowing the positive health benefits to remain. The system is maintenance free, salt free and does not require costly regeneration and backwashing.

Eco Smart Watertreatment is Michigans #1 authority in SALT FREE water treatment systems. With over 20 years in the water conditioning business, Eco Smart has help revolutionlize the water treatment industry. We offer the only REAL salt free alternative for all your water conditioning needs. The technologically advanced Eco Lite EC3 Saltless Anti-Scale Media is an innovative solution that prevents all of the negative effects of calcium and magnesium, while allowing the positive health benefits to remain. The system is maintenance free, salt free and does not require costly regeneration and backwashing.


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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Most of the U.S. has hard water, especially across portions of the West and Midwest. The areas with the hardest water include parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, Illinois, North and South Dakota, Ohio, and New York. You’ll find soft water in parts of New England, the Southeast, the Pacific Northwest, and Hawaii.

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.

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.

It’s not a good idea to oversize your water softener. Doing so will mean the tank doesn’t get full, which can lead to channeling. This leads to a large portion of the resin beads not being utilized and the beads at the bottom of the tank being overused. Over time, this will reduce the efficiency of your system, not to mention that the upfront cost of an oversized softener is unnecessarily high. If you have a timed regeneration cycle rather than a demand-based one, you’ll also spend far more on replacing salt than you need to.

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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