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Avatar for Leaf Home Water Solutions
Leaf Home Water Solutions
4.2(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The installer Dustin was great! He was on time and professional. The installation was completed in about four hours as stated the job would be. I am happy with my water softener system and so is my skin!"
Leaf Home Water Solutions
Leaf Home Water Solutions
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+44

222 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Finken Water
5.0(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1961

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Finken when we built our new home. They were so helpful from beginning to end and now with service these last 5.5 years. We love the automatic deliveries of salt and reverse osmosis filters. We were previous water dispenser customers also and the automatic water jug deliveries were also great! We recently had them out as our Reverse Osmosis system was making a buzzing sound and they were quick to diagnose and provide a fix. Everyone is knowledgable and friendly and we will use Finken for life!"
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17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NORTHERN PLUMBING & SOFTENING
4.6(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was going to have some work done to my basement and needed the water heater moved. It was time replace the heater so I asked Northern if they could remove the heater and install the new one the next day. They were fine with that. The workers were very professional and friendly. The installer took the time to explain all the controls and maintenance. Very pleased with results"
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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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+7

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Rivers Edge Plumbing and Well Service
4.8(
82
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I have been in the same home with well water for 40 years. Compared to all the various service contractors I have hired over the years Mat is among the very best. I really appreciated that he took the time to clean and flush the well. A lot of iron flushed out, he kept going until the well was totally cleared out. I have noticed that the water tastes and smells better, and it seems I am using less softener salt. My pump replacement and well cleaning was done by Mat at Rvers Edge in august 2019. And at a good, fair price....Yes, we are happy customers!"
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+4

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Yes. Hard water is what causes scale buildup, and a whole-house filter provides numerous benefits beyond water softening. Any water that enters your home will go through the filter, which cleans up all water that you will use for cooking, bathing, and drinking. A whole-house water filter also blocks harmful particles like heavy metals.

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.

Hard water doesn’t hurt, but it might feel more abrasive, especially if you have sensitive skin. It’s also about how your skin feels after bathing. You might feel as though you have a sticky film over your body because you do—it’s all that soapy residue left behind because the hard water can’t rinse it off completely.

Softener systems extend appliance life spans, improve skin and hair health, and reduce pipe buildup by removing minerals like calcium and magnesium.

Whether you need a license or permit for water softener installation depends on your location. Some municipalities require the installer to hold a plumbing license, while others may only require a permit and an inspection. In some cases, both a permit and a licensed installer are necessary, and some areas have no requirements at all. Often, only certified plumbers and electricians are allowed to pull the necessary permits. To find out the specific regulations in your area, you can contact your local building department. Alternatively, a local water softener installer or plumber will be familiar with the requirements and can typically pull the permits 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 tools like Angi’s state licensing tool to verify an installer's license status.

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