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Aqua Systems of Nebraska
4.8(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Firth, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

If your water�s hard, stainin� or a stinkin� and you don�t like the drinkin,� it�s time to call Aqua Systems of Nebraska! \n\nJeff White is the owner of Aqua Systems of Nebraska. Jeff purchased A-1 Water, the local Hague Dealer since 1988, in April of 2001 and changed the name to Hague Quality Water of Nebraska. Since then he has become one of the Top 10 Dealers in the nation and #1 in the Great Plains Region. Jeff has more than 12 years of water treatment experience and is a certified water treatment specialist with the National Water Quality Association. We specialize in water treatment and purification system installations and repairs.\n\nWe look forward to speaking with you so please give Jeff at Aqua Systems of Nebraska a call today!\n

Whole Home Filtration
Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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John Henry's Plumbing, Heating, Air, and Electrical
4.5(
188
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Firth, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

"I came home at about 9:45 and heard water splashing somewhere in my house. I discovered that the pressure relief valve on my water heater was pouring water onto the floor in the utility closet of my single-story town home (on a concrete slab). The water had soaked through and out from the closet into the kitchen on the other side, and into the living room carpet. My entryway (adjacent to the utility closet) was flooded. I couldn't figure out how to turn off the water. I consulted the owner's manual for the water heater - the bottom half of which was soaked - but the troubleshooting section didn't have a section for "ZOMFG, water's pouring out onto the floor"! I couldn't remember who I'd called last time. With the sound of splashing water soaking more of my home in the background, I sat down at my computer and checked Angie's List for plumbers. John Henry's had a A rating with by far the most reviews, and seemed familiar so I called them. By now it was 10:00. The lady who answered the phone took my name, phone number and address, and then patched me through to the on-call plumber, Jeremy. Jeremy explained over the phone how to shut off the water (which should have been obvious to me), so that was a good start. He said it would be at least an hour before he could get to me - the streets were covered in glare ice this weekend, and the temperature was below zero - but he ended up showing up in about 30-40 minutes. He assessed the situation, diagnosed the problem immediately, quoted me a fair price, and when I agreed he got to work. He was only here for about 20 minutes and the problem was solved. He also gave me some advice against future such scenarios. There was a $100 trip fee for 7 pm to 7 am calls, but that was rolled into the cost of the repairs. I ended up paying $213.54, total, and all things considered it could have been much worse. As it turns out, even though I didn't remember Jeremy initially, he remembered me. He'd been here almost exactly two years ago replacing my kitchen faucet, and he did a bang-up job then, too. If I had remembered that when I was searching for a plumber in a panic, I wouldn't have thought twice about calling John Henry's again. Hopefully I'll remember next time."
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Firth, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"Not good. The water leaks had caused black mold that had to be repaired. When repairs were completed 3 months later, the valves still leaked from the stem when turned on. It was past 60 days so I had to pay another $100 service fee to have the water leaks fixed. He tightened the packing and quoted $350 to replace the valves. Sheesh."
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Ed Itzen Jr - Service Plumbing - Inicio Facebook
5.0(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Firth, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

My name is Ed Itzen I have been plumbing in Lincoln and surrounding areas for 24 years . \n\nI am a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of my business. I pride myself in the quality of service work as well as my commitment to outstanding results. I look forward to building lasting relationships with my clients and guarantee your satisfaction!\n\nAdditionally, I provide competitive rates 24/7 including holidays with no overtime fees.

Response time1 hour
Recommended by100%of homeowners
CJC Construction LLC
4.2(
5
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Firth, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

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 time3 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

The main difference between a water softener and a water filter is what they remove from the water. A water softener is specifically designed to remove hard minerals, while a filter removes a wider range of contaminants above a certain size, such as bacteria and other impurities. If your primary goal is to remove minerals, a softener is the best choice. If you want to remove various contaminants for safety or taste, a filter is more suitable. Filters are also typically less expensive to install. Depending on your water supply's specific issues, you may need to install both systems for comprehensive treatment.

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.

While it depends on how complicated the unit and installation is, it takes two to four hours to install a water softener unit, on average. It might take longer if pipes need to be replaced. You should make sure the installation area is clear of any objects that might get in the way before you begin.

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.

Yes, you can have both a water softener and a water filter. In fact, some manufacturers sell dual water softening and filtration systems that treat hard water and provide clean drinking water. If you’re unsure about what you need or want to discuss your options, reach out to a local water softener installation company.

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