Does a water softener ruin a water heater?

• <div><p>The chemicals in a water softener can wear down the anode rod in the heater and shorten its life span. However, for most people, the benefits of the softener outweigh this potential drawback.</p><p>Have a plumber inspect the anode rod annually for damage, as replacing the anode rod is far less expensive than replacing the entire water heater. </p></div>

How much do water softeners cost?

• <div><p>A lower-end water softener would cost around<b> $900,</b> not including installation. Each home has different requirements, water hardness, and number of inhabitants, so there’s a huge range in pricing—<b>$600</b> to over <b>$6,000</b>. The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-water-softener-repair-cost.htm">water softener repair bill</a> is around <b>$500</b>, meaning it’s a much better option to repair any issues and only replace your softener if absolutely necessary. </p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2024
Did an excellent job on power washing my barn and concrete walkways. Brought their own water supply, which was a plus.
Ultimate Exterior Wash
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Reviewed in September 2024
They did not drill the blocks to allow water out of the walls. The concrete work was not level in any real fashion I had to grind most of there work to put flooring down.
Foundation Systems of Michigan
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Reviewed in September 2022
BUYER BEWARE!!! We purchased a water softener from 1st choice in 2022 after receiving 2 other estimates. We trusted that it was a small company with a quality water softener. Within the first week we contacted the company because our water softener wasnâ t functioning properly. We were told...
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Reviewed in July 2022
Our hot water heater needed to be replaced. Luis (the technician) and his assistant were great. Everyone I’ve communicated with at Mallick have been very helpful and professional starting with Chris and then with Luis and his assistant. They were very prompt and so far no issues with our hot...
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Reviewed in July 2018
They are great. We had a leaking hot water heater that was draining into our floor drain, which wasn’t draining—It was oozing sooty-looking water back onto the floor. (The hot water heater wasn’t a night-call emergency, but the possibility of a sewage back-up was!) Paul P. came on an emergency...
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Reviewed in July 2017
Douglas Water was excellent! They explained what the issue was (sulfide gases) and how to get rid of it. I didn't need the water softener, (and they informed me that I didn't), but upgraded my system anyway because it was over 25 years old. Jordan Peaks (sales) was professional, courteous, and...
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Reviewed in May 2017
1) The tech recommended I change my outside spigot and water lines. Moving water lines through a finished ceiling in my basement and moving an existing spigot to just outside my front door. The estimate was almost $30,000.00. I was able to get the current line insulated and it cost me under...
Chase Swartwood
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Reviewed in April 2016
Contractor had to come out 4 times to fix the bathroom floor and it still is not right. We have standing water because the floor is still uneven. My husband had to redo the drain work in the back because they put the drain on top of the rocks instead of under it to catch the water. The stairs...
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Hi, I’m Mrs. Michael, and when you need something repaired, We wanna be your guy. Back when I was raising two babies, my husband and I started a plumbing company, an electrical company, AND a heating and air company. Mr. Michael is a genius with tools, but he did NOT enjoy running 3 big companies, so he asked me to do it. Turns out, I LOVE it!! I believe that if we make your problems disappear quick and easy, then when someone you know needs something repaired you’ll say: “I’ve got a guy! . . . Her name is Mrs. Michael.”

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"I called Mrs.Michael plumbing and electrician on a Sunday and was told the service call would cost $129. However, I wasn?t informed that the $129 only covered the technician?s arrival. Once on-site, I was told diagnosing the issue would be an additional $450 ? and that price only covered two outlets, with anything else costing extra. I?ve rented homes for over 30 years, and I?ve never encountered such misleading pricing practices."

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