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Action Well & Pump
4.3(
124
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Welcome, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you have brown water, talk to Action Well and Pump. My water was so full of magnesium and manganese that the county told me not to drink it so I lived on bottled water for 10 years. My clothes were brown (regardless of their original color) and so full of minerals that they were stiff. I looked and researched for a filtration system but was unimpressed with the responses from other providers. They would either tell me their system would not help me (at least they were honest!) or would say "sure our softening and filtration system will take care of it for $12K - $15K" until I wanted a guarantee. Finally, I asked Action Well and Pump if they could help me. They had provided repairs on my well, so I had a good opinion of them already. They explained how the Sidewinder worked. No softener was needed. No salt. And it worked spectacularly! I now can have white clothing that stays white. I am so grateful! Also, the cost was a third of what everyone else was quoting me for systems that would not solve my problem."
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Response time2 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Elite Plumbing & Drain Cleaning LLC
5.0(
40
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Welcome, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Austin was great!!! His communication and explanation of recommended solutions was like no other. He was tasked to fix an issue from previous plumber that would not come back to correct faulty install of spigot and water hydrant. Austin explained what happened with the previous installation and the below par accessories that the previous plumber used. Austin also installed water faucet , water line , trench, and installed French drain for outdoor sink that we had waited for the previous plumber to install for almost 2 years . We highly recommend Austin for his quality of work, professionalism, explanation of resolution and communication from first call to job completion! Well done sir, thank you for completing the jobs in a timely manner !!!!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
James Cress Jr. Water Pump Co.
4.8(
59
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Welcome, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We highly recommend James Cress Jr. Water Pump and Well Co. Very prompt response time, came to the house to evaluate our needs (well repair) and explained everything in detail that would be done & cost. The job was done almost immediately (longest wait was getting permits from county) Mr. Cress and his crew were very professional, cleaned the work area nicely and best of all, he's very affordable and does a wonderful job."
Response time4 hrs
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Drip Doctors Plumbing and Excavation LLC
4.9(
20
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Welcome, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went great! They were able to remove a very large drainpipe that was 5 feet below the road. Additionally they installed a larger pipe for us, and did an excellent job getting it seated in place and covering it up. The road going into our farm doesn't flood anymore and the water is able to drain nicely on the sides where they helped dig the angle much better than any piece of farm equipment we had on hand. Mr. Lozy was kind enough to help us dig a really small pond for the deer as well. With his excavator it took 3 minutes, what would have taken me 18 hours and a broken back to do with a shovel."
Drain Pipe Installation - Exterior Project
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
James Cress Jr. Water Pump and Well Services
4.6(
10
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Welcome, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dad and son duo!!! Very, very knowledgeable, very, very clean, and good work. The only people I will call from now on with my well issues. Very professional will recommend to any and every one! Told me they would be there at 9am was there right on time and pulled my stuck pump replaced it and the wires all under 2 hr and at a great price! Thank you again you guys are the best!"
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Southern Crafted Plumbing
5.0(
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Well Pump - Repair or ServiceWater Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Welcome, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Southern Crafted Plumbing provides residential and light commercial plumbing with a focus on quality workmanship, clear communication, and dependable results. From routine service calls to new installations and remodels, we help homeowners and business owners resolve plumbing issues efficiently and correctly.

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

The chemicals in a water softener can wear down the anode rod in the heater and shorten its life span. However, for most people, the benefits of the softener outweigh this potential drawback.

Have a plumber inspect the anode rod annually for damage, as replacing the anode rod is far less expensive than replacing the entire water heater.

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.

Some shower water softeners are effective, but this isn’t always the case. Most shower filters only filter out chlorine, not hard minerals like calcium. Other shower filters can't handle the demand in homes with very hard water. It's also important to change the filters on your shower filters. Failure to regularly swap out old filters will make the filter ineffective over time. 

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.

A lower-end water softener would cost around $900, not including installation. Each home has different requirements, water hardness, and number of inhabitants, so there’s a huge range in pricing—$600 to over $6,000. The average water softener repair bill is around $500, meaning it’s a much better option to repair any issues and only replace your softener if absolutely necessary. 

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