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Top-Rated Water softener pros in Orono - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for NORTHERN PLUMBING & SOFTENING
NORTHERN PLUMBING & SOFTENING
4.6(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It was very good. There were two of them and they were very courteous and thoughtful in saving us money from buying a new water softener. They rebuilt it instead. They were very clean. They kept the snow off of their shoes. They have a separate indoor shoes."
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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
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Randy's Electric & Plumbing
Randy's Electric & Plumbing
4.5(
396
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a great job. Very pleasant. Came out the day I contacted them. Had new water heater installed and old one out around 2 hours. Little on the higher end cost wise maybe... But you get what you pay for and the technicians don't set the price."
The Finishing Touch
Smart Doorbell Installation
Outlet Install
Full Trucks
Out with the OLD in with the NEW!

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
258 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Resolute Plumbing Solutions LLC
5.0(
7
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Needed a leaking water heater replaced. Todd was great at providing a quote for the job, and working me into his schedule for the next day. Punctual and efficient...and within an hour or so I had a new water heater with hot water! Would highly recommend for a job well done."
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+3

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Matthew's Plumbing, Inc.
4.8(
6
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matthews plumbing did a fantastic job repairing our water heater. Matt quickly returned our request for a service call. He went above and beyond by gathering any possible parts before coming to diagnosis the issue to ensure it was fixed on the same call. I would highly recommend Matthews plumbing to anyone who is having any issues."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Dean's Home Services
Dean's Home Services
4.0(
42
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

Deans Home Services is a licensed and bonded professional service company with over 100 years of combined industry experience. We started in plumbing, but we have expanded our services to include heating, air conditioning, electrical, drains, and excavation. Deans Home Services has served Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding Twin Cities area for over 25 years. \n

Relocate Kitchen Drain
Relocate Kitchen Drain
Relocate Kitchen Drain
Leaky Water Heater
Leaky Water Heater

+58

337 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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Water Softeners FAQs, answered by experts

A water softener is a worthwhile investment if you live in an area with hard water. While hard water is safe to drink, it contains minerals like calcium and magnesium that can cause significant problems over time. These minerals build up inside pipes, reducing water flow and eventually corroding the plumbing system, which can lead to leaks and a shortened lifespan. Hard water also damages fixtures and appliances, potentially resulting in costly repairs. Additionally, it makes soaps and detergents less effective, meaning you'll use more product to get things clean. By installing a water softener, you can prevent these issues. The initial investment is often recouped through long-term savings, including lower energy bills, reduced appliance and plumbing maintenance, and spending less on soap and cleaning supplies. Other benefits include cleaner linens, dishes, and clothing, as well as softer water that is gentler on your skin and hair. In some areas, a water softener can also increase your home's value, making it a valuable long-term investment.

Hard water is not considered unhealthy and is safe to drink, cook with, and bathe in. It doesn't pose a risk to your physical health and can even help you get enough essential minerals like calcium in your diet. However, it can negatively affect skin and hair. Using hard water for washing can contribute to dry skin, an itchy scalp, and may worsen conditions like eczema by altering the pH balance. Additionally, some people do not like the taste of hard water.

To get utilities set up on a property, you first have to contact the local department of planning to determine whether your property is able to connect to public utilities. From there, you can work with a structural engineer and/or a building contractor to design the layout of utility lines on the property. The pros will need this information as they begin securing building permits before they can start adding lines.

If your property isn’t able to connect to public utilities, you’ll need to consider working with pros to develop a comfortable off-grid home that will meet your needs.

Installing a water softener could help reduce calcium buildup in your pool if your pool has high calcium hardness as a result of hard drinking water in your home. Pool softeners work by exchanging calcium and magnesium for sodium, so if you use softened water to top off your pool, it may help keep calcium hardness from rising over time. However, it won’t lower the calcium hardness of the water already in your pool and isn’t a practical way to control pool calcium levels. The average water softener installation cost is between $200 and $6,000.

While not everyone can detect taste differences in high-calcium water, water that has a slightly metallic taste probably has too much calcium.

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