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Aquarius Home Services
4.6(
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Afton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Its been six months since Aquarius Home Services installed our water softening and reverse osmosis sytems. We love having soft water for washing and bathing and knowing that our drinking water is safe to drink. As part the followup purchase contract Aquarius provides, today our technician, Nick Knapper, tested all the equipment to ensure everything was running properly. He answered all my questions, changed filters, filled the salt tank, and left additional salt. I couldn't have asked for more prompt, courteous, and reliable service. Thank you, Nick and Aquarius Home Services!"
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NORTHERN PLUMBING & SOFTENING
4.6(
33
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Afton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I called for a service  on March 6, 2015 and the set up the appointment for between 1 and 4 pm, on March 9, 2015.
The called me again on March 9 at 10 am and reset the appointment for 11am and 12pm on March 9, 2015 as their repairman had a opening.  I agreed to the change and waited until 11:30 am and called them and said I had not heard from the repairman.  They assured me that he was on his way..  At about 12:30 the called me and said he could not make it because he had to take someone to rehab appointment, but said they would get someone there between 1pm and4 pm.
At 3:50 pm a guy in a delivery truck came to look at the softener..  He looked at the softener and after 5 - 10 minutes found that the new water I had installed 2 month ago, was sitting on top of the discharge water tubing preventing the softener from operating
Since he did not have a service truck he could not fix the softener.  He offered to send another service truck out the next day, but  I would have to pay another service charge.  I declined and said I would go to the hdwe store and buy and install a new tubing for the softener..
I was told over the phone that the service charge was going to be. $78.00.  What I wasn't told was that there is a$2.00 a minute charge for the time the "serviceman" was at my home for a total o $20.00.  I also was not informed that there would be a FUEL SURCHARGE of $4.96.  After reading this I decided I can not afford to call these people ever again.
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At Northern Plumbing & Softening, we sell and install Hague Quality Water softeners, the best in water treatment equipment, and service all makes and models of water softeners. (That's nearly 50 brands!)
In addition, we sell water softener salt and other supplies to help keep your water softener running effectively and efficiently. You'll conserve water and your water will be the highest quality. Soft water is better in so many ways, and we can help achieve it for you and your family.
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Response time2 days
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Randy's Electric & Plumbing
4.6(
2,950
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Afton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called midmorning and by noon they had been here done the work and left.Just out of nowhere the plug in for both my water heater and softener stopped working.When I called they said by 1p to 3p they would have someone here but by 11a they called and said someone was on his way.It took him awhile to trace down our wiring system but by noon it was working and he was done.Service was fast and efficient.Dave had a great personality and was efficient.Will use them again for sure.
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Water Quality Options
5.0(
5
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Afton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

"Showed up on time, very courteous and professional........
We bought a water softener ourselves, and Dave basically installed it for us......he provided all the material necessary to do the installation.
Would recommend him to anyone.......
Thanks Dave!
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Randy Lane & Sons Plumbing & Heating Inc
4.7(
801
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Afton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called because a toilet that is seldom used in the extra bathroom did not refill after flushing to freshen the water. The person who answered my phone call, the receptionist who I talked to the next day and the plumber who responded were all very friendly and professional. The plumber explained to me why the toilet did not refill because of water deposits and was now o.k. He tested it many times to make sure it was working properly. Then, I asked him to check out the other toilet because it would start filling with water at all times. He replaced the ??? (I can't read his handwriting) and tested it many times to make sure it was now working properly. He also tightened a faucet handle on the sink. This was the day after a huge snow storm and he took the time to help my neighbor whose car was stuck in the snow. I had a lot of snow in front of my garage door and he then waited and watched to make sure that I got out to the road o.k. I will definitely call them again and would highly recommend this company."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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CROIX CRYSTAL WATER TREATMENT
4.3(
30
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Afton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1925

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently bought a house where the softener was installed in the garage so I wanted to relocate it some where inside of the house with MN being cold and what not. Jim called me a few minutes after my Angie's list inquiry and he was able to give me an accurate quote over the phone in which I described my situation. He also came to the house free of charge for an in person assessment. He recommended I replace the existing softener that was original to the house to which I agreed. He took care of all the work including picking up the new water softener from the hardware store and hauling away the old one, and the final cost was exactly what he had quoted me. I would definitely hire him again"
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Whether you need a permit or license for a water softener installation depends on your location, as requirements vary significantly. Some municipalities require the installer to hold a plumbing license, some mandate a permit and an inspection, and others require both. In some areas, no special permit or license is needed at all.

To determine the rules in your area, you can contact your local building department or consult a local water softener installer or plumber. Often, only certified professionals are authorized to pull the necessary permits, and they will typically handle the entire permitting process 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 Angi’s state licensing tool to check an installer’s license status.

A lower-end water softener would cost around $900, not including installation. Each home has different requirements, water hardness, and number of inhabitants, so there’s a huge range in pricing—$600 to over $6,000. The average water softener repair bill is around $500, meaning it’s a much better option to repair any issues and only replace your softener if absolutely necessary. 

The most accurate way to determine whether you have hard water is to purchase a water test kit from a hardware store or send a tap water sample to a lab. But there are some signs you can look out for without professional testing. For instance, if you're consistently dealing with mineral stains on your glassware, windows, and shower doors, you're likely to have hard water. Hard water can also make it harder to lather and rinse soap, so if you're struggling to work up a good lather in the shower, hard water might be the culprit.

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.

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.

The Afton, MN homeowners’ guide to water softener services

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