Does water softener installation require a license?

• <div><p>The license requirements for water softener installation depend on your location. Some municipalities require that the installer hold a plumbing license, some require a permit and an inspection, but no license for the installer, and some require a permit and a license for the installer. Regardless of the local laws in your area, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed plumber or installer. These pros will install your system properly and have the experience to size the system appropriately. Use Angi’s <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> to check your installer’s license status.</p></div>

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Q: What is the difference between a water softener and a water filter?

• <div><p>The main <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/water-softener-vs-water-filter.htm">difference between water softeners and water filters</a> is that softeners remove hard minerals from the water, while filters have more of a blanket effect, removing all contaminants above a certain size. Filters are also much less expensive to install and protect against bacteria and other impurities. Depending on your water supply, you may need both. </p></div>

Q: Do you need a conditioner with a water softener?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: How do I choose the right water treatment system for my needs?

• <div><p>Selecting the right system depends on testing your water to understand the contaminants present and considering your household's water usage and specific needs, such as removing specific contaminants.</p></div>

Q: Are shower water softeners really effective?

• <div><p>Some shower water softeners are effective, but this isn&rsquo;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. </p></div>

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Last update on December 01, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
He was very knowledgeable and professional. I learned quite a bit more about the water softener. I will be hiring him again.
Innovative Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
We had him install our water softener system. He did an excellent job & we highly recommend them!
Liberty Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2020
was able to take care of my floor prebolm after water damage .
GTI Floor Covering, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
Fraud was attempted to the amount of $1100.00. I thought my small bathroom hot water was inoperative. The company insisted on speaking with the landlord directly even after I told them I had his permission. They used this opportunity to lie to the landlord trying to sell him an expansion...
Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing - San Antonio
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Reviewed in April 2016
they called day before my selected work days to pinpoint time. Called prior to arrival to let me know they were on the way. Got here within time allotted. They were very professional and friendly, discussed what they were going to do and got to it. they replaced my front hose bib that was...
Union Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2016
I called Jeff?s Westside Plumbing to repair a leak at our water heater. The plumber looked at our unit and said that the repair would likely damage the water heater. He told us that we should instead replace it since it was already 10 years old and that this would cost around $1000. I called...
Jeff's Westside Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2015
Came home after some weeks absence and discovered our water heater was leaking water and this was at 6:00 PM. Called the Plumbing Doctor as suggested by an in-law. Someone answered, said he'd have someone there around 10:00 next morning. Around 10:00 Mike showed up and they went to work....
Plumbing Doctor
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Reviewed in November 2013
These guys were amazing and we can't recommend them enough! They were brought to us by our home warranty because our water heater was leaking, but they will definitely be our go-to team for any plumbing needs for as long as we live here. They were not only professional and friendly, they went...
INNOVATIVE TRADES, LLC.
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Reviewed in November 2008
It never pumped real well. When I tried to drain some water from the pool a couple months ago, it would only drain about 1/3 of the water. I finally called them and asked them to look at it. They just came and tried to tell me that it had freeze damage (and of course, therefore the warranty was...
ABLE T D S
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