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CGC Home Services
4.3(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My husband and I were referred to CGC Water by close friends. Everything from the first appointment with the sales man to having the project complete felt very intentional and customer focused. They took water samples, listened to what we wanted, answered all of our questions (we had plenty) and set us up with everything we needed. I was really happy that they got us on the schedule quickly, we did not have to wait 4+ weeks that other projects have taken. The install was very thorough and even though nobody will see the equipment the install spot was left clean and the piping all looks nicely hung. That may not matter to everyone but I noticed. Before leaving, the technician made sure all equipment was working and retested the water to make sure it meets our expectations. Now we have a Kinetico whole house water softener, and a Kinetico RO drinking water system. I am so glad we went with the Kinetico system. I can tell a difference in everything! I dont get spots on the dishes anymore, my towels dont smell funky after washing them and having good water has even helped with dry skin. I love the drinking water too! I really can tell a difference from other drinking water and I always fill my water bottle up at home before leaving the house because other water just does not compare. I really appreciate the follow up as well, we opted for the scheduled salt deliveries and filter changes so we dont have to worry about it as much. I highly recommend CGC and the Kinetico water equipment."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Superior Plumbing and Drains
4.8(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called on Sunday thinking they would call me Monday morning. Within an hour of my call they called me back. I told her we had water all over our living room and kitchen floor. She said do you want someone to come now. I said in the morning would be fine. They showed right on time and quickly found that the water supply line to our refrigerator was leaking. They also recommended United Water Restoration Group for the water remediation. There was no charge for the visit."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Price Well Drilling, Inc.
4.8(
24
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1948

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Here at Price Well Drilling, Inc., we sustain our business on quality and integrity. With an A+ rating on BBB, we are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality from beginning to end of your project. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. Thanks for your time and have a great day!

Response time12 hrs
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Ace Hardware Home Services
5.0(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Ace Hardware Home Services specializes in installation, repair, and maintenance services for residential and commercial customers. We offer service for heating, air conditioning, and plumbing systems, as well as indoor air quality solutions including whole house humidifiers and air purification systems. Craig Canella founded Canella Heating and Air in 1990, and now, with the acquisition of Rye Heating and Air and Minyard Plumbing, the teams have combined under the Ace Hardware Home Services banner. Today, Craig and his team uphold the reputation for outstanding customer care, offering enhanced service for customers in the Hickory and Catawba Valley regions, Lincolnton, and the Lake Norman Area of North Carolina. \n

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Response time7 hrs
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by12%of homeowners
5 Star Plumbing & Drain Services LLC
4.5(
2
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

\nWith over 20 years of experience, 5 Star Plumbing & Drain Services LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Water Softeners FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

You should not use a water conditioner with a water softener because a water conditioner changes the chemistry of the water and causes the ion exchange in a softener to be ineffective. Choose a water softener if you have hard water or well water, and use a water conditioner if you need to remove certain contaminants.

Choosing involves understanding water hardness levels, household size, desired features, and consulting professionals experienced in suitable system types.

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