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Foundation 1
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Richmond, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Job went well.  
Returned all my calls in a timely manner.  
Arrived on time and worked efficiently.
Needed to to re-seal joint due to shrinkage; returned to do task in a timely manner.
Glad to have gotten it done before bad weather arrived.
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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The Leaky Cellar
4.5(
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Richmond, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Arrived on time. Work quote was fair and in market average pricing. Repair Tech was very professional. Cleaned up mess afterwards. After months of hard rain, no more water penetration into basement through settling cracks. I would definitely use them again."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Greggs foundation repair
5.0(
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Richmond, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Professionals in the industry, we pride ourselves on being a hometown company that offers quality service at a reasonable price. Without the overhead of larger companies, expect competitive pricing while receiving the best service for your home. Specializing in foundation repair/waterproofing to sump pumps, grading, exterior and interior drainage systems and more, we look forward to providing a free estimate for you. Call Lance today!

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Water Softeners FAQs, answered by experts

You can decide whether you need a water softener or water filter based on how your bathing or laundry experience is. If you notice issues like limescale buildup, dry skin, or stains on dishes—all telltale signs of hard water—you'd likely benefit from a water softener. However, if your main concern is over chemicals or bacteria in your tap water filter, and not just comfort, a filter is a better option.

Yes. To get soft water, you can install a water softening system, which will replace the calcium and magnesium ions in the water with sodium or potassium ions. Water softeners cost anywhere from $200 to $6,000, depending on the size and complexity of the system. You can either install a water softener for the whole house or just at your shower heads. If you’re sensitive to sodium or potassium, you can install a salt-free water conditioner.

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.

It’s not a good idea to oversize your water softener. Doing so will mean the tank doesn’t get full, which can lead to channeling. This leads to a large portion of the resin beads not being utilized and the beads at the bottom of the tank being overused. Over time, this will reduce the efficiency of your system, not to mention that the upfront cost of an oversized softener is unnecessarily high. If you have a timed regeneration cycle rather than a demand-based one, you’ll also spend far more on replacing salt than you need to.

It’s unlikely that hard water on its own could cause substantial hair loss or damage, though it’s true that bathing in hard water can cause your scalp to feel itchy or flaky and might dull your hair’s natural shine. Using high-quality shampoo and conditioner or buying a whole-home water softener can decrease these issues.

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