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Q: What is a good hardness level for drinking water?

• <div><p>A good hardness level for drinking water can vary based on personal preferences, but an ideal level is 3.5 to 7 GPG. This means your water isn&rsquo;t soft or hard. However, some people prefer the &ldquo;fresh&rdquo; taste from the minerals in hard water, while others like the smoother, &ldquo;slippery&rdquo; texture of soft water.</p></div>

Q: Do you need a license or permit to install a water softener?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;s state licensing tool to verify an installer's license status.</p></div>

Q: How do I get utilities set up on a property?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>If your property isn&rsquo;t able to connect to public utilities, you&rsquo;ll need to consider working with pros to develop a comfortable off-grid home that will meet your needs.</p></div>

Q: What is better: a water purifier or a water softener?

• <div><p>Water purifiers and water softeners serve different purposes, so the best one will depend on your particular needs. Water purifiers remove contaminants from water (such as bacteria, viruses, and chemicals), leaving you with ultra-clean and safe water. However, water softeners remove minerals from your water so that the water doesn&rsquo;t leave stains around your house or cause plumbing problems.</p></div>

Q: What are the side effects of drinking hard water?

• <div><p>Drinking hard water is not known to have any negative health impacts. Using hard water can lead to dry skin and hair, and the minerals in hard water can build up in pipes, faucets, and appliances. Hard water is more of a threat to your plumbing than it is to your health.</p></div>

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Last update on April 09, 2025

Reviewed in April 2025
This company is really good and they did everything above and beyond what I wanted.
Golden Eagle Restoration of Minnesota
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Reviewed in November 2023
Great service, done fast! Cut down two smaller basswood trees and a gigantic cottonwood which threatened our dock and lots of our water toys, not to mention any person walking beneath.
Ally Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2023
Nice guy.also gave me a 10% for being a vet
SMK Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2022
She did very well. I like that I don't have to clean it myself. I would use the service again.
Savvy Scrubbers LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
Matt and Stacey were simply great to work with. They were very thorough from generating the estimate to completion of the job. This was a great value for the amount of work they did. I have already recommended them to family members and will definitely look to them for other cleaning projects in...
MD Services
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Reviewed in April 2022
I would rate the service by Pure Mechanical with more than 5 stars if I was allowed! Kelly and Chris were very responsive throughout the process. They provided a very competitive quote quickly after I provided some photos of the project. I appreciated their willingness to share knowledge and...
Pure Mechanical
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Reviewed in March 2022
Teric, owner of CARPE NOCTEM Customs was awesome, very professional, very efficient and left the basement and garage very clean. There were various types of materials including Sheetrock, wood, metal, and huge wooden doors, -it was a lot of building materials to clear. I highly recommend...
Carpe Noctem Customs, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
Very happy with the assessment. Installation crew was professional and neat. Price was good.
ABC Seamless of St. Cloud
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Reviewed in September 2021
PatchMaster is great! We had an awkward indoor window in our space that had to go away but being a professional space we didn't want to do it ourselves or deal with the mess. Being local, PatchMaster was easy to get in touch with and quick to get the job done (within 24 hours!). Very...
PatchMaster Serving Central Minnesota
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Reviewed in April 2021
In Fall of 2020 J&J completed lakeshore restoration at my cabin, working with requirements from the County. I had been loosing shoreline due to erosion. J&J completed this major project within a week, adding pea gravel and tons of rock after sloping the shoreline and embankment as...
J & J Dirtworks, LLC
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Range Water Conditioning

4.8(

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Serving Osakis, 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

44 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by98%of homeowners

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Koegel Plumbing & Heating Solutions, LLC

4.9(

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Serving Osakis, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Kurt Koegel made an initial visit to evaluate the setting. We were deciding between a regular water heater and a tankless one. Kurt was professional and straightforward with pros and cons. We based our decision on the information he provided and believe we made the best decision for our situation. The removal of the old water heater and installation of the new one was flawless. We had excellent communication with the company through the entire process. We highly recommend Koegel Plumbing."

Response time7 hrs

Response rate100%

Recommended by96%of homeowners

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Aquarius Home Services

4.6(

260

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Serving Osakis, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Water softener was a bit pricey."

Response time12 hrs

Response rate100%

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Osakis, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1961

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Both the salesman and the tech were fantastic. From explaining the benefits and the cost, to installing and actually making the plumbing system better, they did a fantastic job. The technician had some health issues he needed to see a doctor about, but he and the salesman returned later the same day and finished up the job perfectly. I can’t recommend them more. Oh, and our water is so much better now!"

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Erkens Water Softener Service, Inc.

4.9(

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Serving Osakis, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick was super helpful in testing and getting our water softener installed very quickly!"

Response time10 hrs

Response rate87%

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

3.5(

5,688

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Serving Osakis, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"He was very nice to talk with and repaired our washing machine. He even helped sweep the water out."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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Atkinson Well Drilling, LLC

5.0(

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Serving Osakis, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1942

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Here at Atkinson Well Drilling LLC we specialize in just that, well drilling. Well Drilling, plumbing is what we do day in and day out. We are the best of the best! Call today for your free estimate ! Residential and Commercial

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Lindell Plumbing And RPZ Testing, LLC

5.0(

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Serving Osakis, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

We take pride in our experience and customer service satisfaction. Our reputation is based on service safety, and quality, regardless of how big or small the project is.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Klimek Plumbing - Facebook

3.0(

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Serving Osakis, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Serving all of Douglas and the surrounding counties, the professionals at Klimek Plumbing, LLC are the go-to, full service plumbing contractors you can trust to get the job done right! Call now for a consultation!

Recommended by50%of homeowners

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

A good hardness level for drinking water can vary based on personal preferences, but an ideal level is 3.5 to 7 GPG. This means your water isn’t soft or hard. However, some people prefer the “fresh” taste from the minerals in hard water, while others like the smoother, “slippery” texture of soft water.

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.

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.

Water purifiers and water softeners serve different purposes, so the best one will depend on your particular needs. Water purifiers remove contaminants from water (such as bacteria, viruses, and chemicals), leaving you with ultra-clean and safe water. However, water softeners remove minerals from your water so that the water doesn’t leave stains around your house or cause plumbing problems.

Drinking hard water is not known to have any negative health impacts. Using hard water can lead to dry skin and hair, and the minerals in hard water can build up in pipes, faucets, and appliances. Hard water is more of a threat to your plumbing than it is to your health.

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