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Range Water Conditioning
4.8(
75
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our water stunk like rotten eggs! Scott came out, looked everything over and did numerous tests on our water. He explained what he had found and took all the time we needed to understand what the problem was. He was more like a good friend than a salesman! We felt total trust in the company. We were able to schedule an install of a new water softener system the next day! The man who did the install (I have forgotten your name, sorry) was professional and did an excellent job. We are very happy with the new system! I definitely recommend this company and would use them again!!!"
Response time10 hrs
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Steamboat Plumbing
5.0(
4
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Steamboat Plumbing's owner Luke Ewert exceeded my expectations! He was incredibly helpful, friendly, and professional, taking extra time to ensure I understood my new water softener's operation, including navigating cycles and settings. He also walked me through shutting down my cabin's plumbing system for the fall, allowing me to video record the process. Luke's clear explanations, patience, and personal touch made the experience seamless. His dedication to customers is impressive. I appreciated the opportunity to chat with him about his background and family, which added a nice touch to the service. I highly recommend Steamboat Plumbing and Luke Ewert for exceptional service, expertise, and customer care. I will definitely use Steamboat Plumbing again in the future!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
FERRARA'S HEATING/AC/REFRIDGERATION
5.0(
3
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend them.
I had elderly in-laws that were having a guy from another company come in every year and re-charge their central air unit. It would cost them $125.00 a year and this went on for 5 or 6 years straight. I had Ferrara's come out and look at it and he said and quot;if you would fix this obvious leak they wouldn't have to pay this money every yearand quot;.
He only charged $80.00 to fix it and for the next five years they didn't have any problems."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Lakes Area Water Works
4.8(
2
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Jon for a bathroom remodel. He was over and gave me an estimate very quickly. He also helped me hire a carpenter to lay new flooring throughout the entire home. He did an amazing job and communication was excellent! Everything was done in a timely manner and he accomodated my every wish, including jobs in between that were not plumbing! Mind you, he did all this for me and I am 2000 miles away from the job location! He was trustworthy, professional, helpful beyond measure. I cannot say enough about my experience with this business and owner. I would recommend him to anyone! Thank you for the perfect experience Jon!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners

FAQs for water softener service projects in Backus, MN

The license requirements for water softener installation depend on your location. Some municipalities require that the installer hold a plumbing license, some require a permit and an inspection, but no license for the installer, and some require a permit and a license for the installer. Regardless of the local laws in your area, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed plumber or installer. These pros will install your system properly and have the experience to size the system appropriately. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to check your installer’s license status.

Water softeners are worth the money if you live in an area with hard water. Hard water is safe to drink, but it poses serious threats to your plumbing system. The minerals in hard water will gradually build up on the inside walls of your pipes, reducing water flow to your fixtures. The minerals can also gradually corrode your plumbing system, reduce its lifespan, and increase the risk of leaks. Hard water also makes soap and detergent less effective. Water softener systems can solve all these issues, making them a great investment.

It’s possible to install a water softener yourself, but we don’t recommend it. Water softeners require working with copper pipes and electrical wiring, neither are suitable tasks for most DIYers. Plus, working with water and electricity together is dangerous and could pose a risk to your safety. Water softeners also need to be calibrated so that they don’t make your water too soft, as soft water poses just as many risks as hard water. Overall, it’s well worth hiring a local water softener installer to place your water softener system.

The cost to install a water softener system is $1,500 on average, ranging between $200 and $6,000. The labor for water softener work typically costs between $150 and $1,000, so you can add that to your equipment costs to get an accurate total. Your price will depend on many factors, including the following:

  • System capacity 

  • Home size

  • Water hardness levels

  • Type of water softener

  • Presence of electricity in the installation area

  • Local permit costs

Your water softener size is based on your total household water consumption. In most cases, you can assume the average household member will use around 75 gallons per day. Multiply that by the number of people in your home, then multiply by 10 (for the typical grains per gallon). You’ll get a number in grains that should help roughly size your water softener. However, it’s best to hire a professional to install your system and use more exact numbers, like your exact average water consumption per day and starting water hardness.

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