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

• <div><p>Whether you need a permit or license for a water softener installation depends on your location, as requirements vary significantly. Some municipalities require the installer to hold a plumbing license, some mandate a permit and an inspection, and others require both. In some areas, no special permit or license is needed at all.</p><p>To determine the rules in your area, you can contact your local building department or consult a local water softener installer or plumber. Often, only certified professionals are authorized to pull the necessary permits, and they will typically handle the entire permitting process 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 Angi&rsquo;s state licensing tool to check an installer&rsquo;s license status.</p></div>

Q: What does hard water feel like?

• <div><p>Hard water doesn&rsquo;t hurt, but it might feel more abrasive, especially if you have sensitive skin. It&rsquo;s also about how your skin feels <i>after</i> bathing. You might feel as though you have a sticky film over your body because you do&mdash;it&rsquo;s all that soapy residue left behind because the hard water can&rsquo;t rinse it off completely.</p></div>

Q: How do you get rid of heavy hard water deposits?

• <div><p>It depends on the type of surface. For instance, if you&rsquo;re trying to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-remove-hard-water-stains.htm">get rid of hard water deposits</a> on glass, you can spray vinegar onto the surface and wipe it off with a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge. However, if the deposits are on granite or natural stone, it&rsquo;s better to use baking soda and water rather than vinegar or other acidic cleaners.</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: Is soft water better for your hair?

• <div><p>Soft water is better for your hair. The minerals in hard water can dry out hair, make it brittle, and leave a film on the hair and scalp that may cause irritation. Hard water also doesn't rinse out shampoo and conditioner effectively, which can lead to product buildup that makes hair look dull and limp. You may also find you need to use more shampoo to get a good lather in hard water.</p></div>

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Last update on December 17, 2025

Reviewed in December 2025
Our water heater quick working and was leaking all over our basement. They were able to come out the next day and replace it we now have a bigger more efficient water heater. They explained everything to us very clearly. I will Def be calling then again for some of our other projects.
ABS Home Services
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Reviewed in July 2025
Wonderful customer service! Came early on a Sunday to look at hot water heater. Replacement installed on Monday in a couple of hours tops. Will definitely be using again for all our future plumbing needs.
Go Time Plumbing Services
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Reviewed in May 2024
Excellent communication very timely on the job. I highly recommend this company. They painted walls, ceilings and metal doors Ã¢Â Â¦also fixed water stains on ceiling, Drywall repair. All of that for a very affordable price!
Gorman's Fine Finishes LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Great company! They provided excellent customer service and they installed a new water heater
American Plumbing Solutions
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Reviewed in January 2022
James and Rebecca did a beautiful job on my bathroom project. The walls were painted, new vanity installed with new faucets and water lines. The old vanity did not have tile under it so James had to lay down new tile. He did a great job matching it! They are both honest and hard working...
Royalty Construction
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Reviewed in January 2022
Brian from trionics was very professional and it seems he has made quality water his lifeâ s work. Brian tested the water when I first inquired about a home water treatment system. This let me know he was building a system meant for my water and family not a cookie cutter system. I would highly...
Trionics Superior Water
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Reviewed in June 2021
Gave a bid at 8 AM and came back with a 40 Gal. water heater 2 hrs. later. Did the work and my renter had hot water in about 35 minutes. Good job. They have got my business. Thanks.
Ambassador Plumbing L.L.C
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Reviewed in December 2019
They raised two trailer court driveways that were holding water and patched the main road. They were on time, friendly and instructive as to the overall process. They cleaned up the area after the work was completed. Compared to other bids, I thought their pricing was very fair. I would hire...
Charlton Paving & Slurry Seal, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2019
They came in and ran water lines for my new basement remodel. They did the job, kept it clean and was done timely.
Goodfellas Construction and Property Co
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Reviewed in July 2018
Water overflows gutter on back of house. Could not get any call back from customer service or sale manager problem not solved yet.
LeafFilter Gutter Protection
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Jones Air And Water

4.6(

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Serving Silex, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a water softener and filtration system installed in my home. It's fabulous! Austin was very reliable and friendly. He was extremely efficient. I'm so happy with my system, and with Jones Air and Water."

Response time10 hrs

Response rate99%

13 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Jamison Plumbing & Home Services LLC

4.8(

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Serving Silex, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I'm a master plumber, 25 yrs of plumbing exsperience, licensed in MO & KS, no employees, no job too small

Recommended by92%of homeowners

Serving Silex, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great - called for help, came that day to determine problem - needed new softener - installed next day (which was New Year's Eve!)."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Silex, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did not arrive with the proper equipment and has to leave my toilet with no water until Sunday. This is Thursday."

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by98%of homeowners

Serving Silex, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Came out fast and replaced the water heater. Corrected some pre-existing problems while here."

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by94%of homeowners

Serving Silex, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"He was able to quickly diagnose that the water leak from the water heater was a result of a ruptured tank, resulting in the need to replace the entire water heater."

Recommended by81%of homeowners

Serving Silex, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Offers commercial services

"Picked up toilet for me and installed. Replaced my outside water spigot and also corrected a pre-existing drain issue in the storage room. Arrived early and did a great job. Friendly and professional. Will definitely call again."

Response time10 hrs

Response rate100%

Serving Silex, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At McBride Construction, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it's kitchens or bathrooms, we can take care of all your remodeling needs. Ask us about our service! We look forward to working with you!

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Response time1 day

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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First Choice Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing, LLC

5.0(

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Serving Silex, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"First Choice responded in a very timely manner to replace our broken sump pump and faulty drain pipe. The technician Matt was professional and very knowledgeable. He quickly identified the issues and went straight to work correcting them. After fixing the pump and pipe he thoroughly explained what was wrong, what he did to fix it and tips to keep our basement dry."

Response time7 hrs

Response rate95%

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Carter Water Conditioning

5.0(

)

Serving Silex, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1963

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carter installed a water softener at our old house about four years ago. The softener has worked great and has been trouble-free - just throw a couple of bags of salt in the tank every month. We recently moved and called Carter to move the softener to our new house. Jeff is punctual, courteous, prepared, and professional. High quality unit and installation at a reasonable price. Great company."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Whether you need a permit or license for a water softener installation depends on your location, as requirements vary significantly. Some municipalities require the installer to hold a plumbing license, some mandate a permit and an inspection, and others require both. In some areas, no special permit or license is needed at all.

To determine the rules in your area, you can contact your local building department or consult a local water softener installer or plumber. Often, only certified professionals are authorized to pull the necessary permits, and they will typically handle the entire permitting process 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 Angi’s state licensing tool to check an installer’s license status.

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.

It depends on the type of surface. For instance, if you’re trying to get rid of hard water deposits on glass, you can spray vinegar onto the surface and wipe it off with a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge. However, if the deposits are on granite or natural stone, it’s better to use baking soda and water rather than vinegar or other acidic cleaners.

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.

Soft water is better for your hair. The minerals in hard water can dry out hair, make it brittle, and leave a film on the hair and scalp that may cause irritation. Hard water also doesn't rinse out shampoo and conditioner effectively, which can lead to product buildup that makes hair look dull and limp. You may also find you need to use more shampoo to get a good lather in hard water.

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