What is a good hardness level for drinking water?

• <div><p>A good hardness level for drinking water can vary based on personal preferences, but an ideal level is 3.5 to 7 GPG. This means your water isn’t soft or hard. However, some people prefer the “fresh” taste from the minerals in hard water, while others like the smoother, “slippery” texture of soft water.</p></div>

How do I know if I need a water softener or filter?

• <div><p>You can decide whether you need a water softener or water filter based on how your bathing or laundry experience is. If you notice issues like limescale buildup, dry skin, or stains on dishes—all telltale signs of hard water—you'd likely benefit from a water softener. However, if your main concern is over chemicals or bacteria in your tap water filter, and not just comfort, a filter is a better option.</p></div>

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Q: How many hours does it take to install a water softener?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: What prevents water spots on glass shower doors?

• <div><p>You can use a commercial water repellent treatment for glass on your shower doors to prevent water spots. Take care to only apply the product to glass. Letting air circulate also helps prevent water spots, as water is less likely to remain on the glass for a long time with good air circulation. Run your vent fan, open a window, and leave the shower door open for about half an hour after using the shower.</p></div>

Q: Is it OK to oversize a water softener?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s not a good idea to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-size-water-softener-do-i-need.htm">oversize your water softener</a>. Doing so will mean the tank doesn&rsquo;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&rsquo;ll also spend far more on replacing salt than you need to.</p></div>

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Last update on November 17, 2016

Reviewed in November 2016
We had a new water heater by night fall. The price was right and very pleasant to deal with. ð
Roman Plumbing of Central Florida, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2015
The extended gas pipe installation was shoddy. They used old parts which makes sense since they took off with a valve and cap of mine that was previously there. They also extended a vent line from a furnace. A mess of an installation using duct tape. I had to redo the work myself. Then they...
LMH Plumbing Services
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Reviewed in August 2014
We were very dissatisfied with our experience. The staff seemed incompetent, angry and aggressive. They appeared to be looking for a reason to argue rather than serve the customers. We just wanted to park for a week and enjoy our vacation. They lost our reservation and insisted we could fit into...
Taos Valley Rv
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Reviewed in March 2014
Ihad a broken water pipe under my house. I called at 8:20 am thursday morning and was told a man would come that afternoon. NO SHOW, NO CALL. I called 8:00 am Friday morning. I was told that they had forgot to tell me their men were out on a large job the day before, but the office lady spoke...
Hawk Mechanical
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Reviewed in December 2013
.The experience could not be any worse. The property was extremely filthy and we spent two weeks with rubber gloves on scraping and scrubbing. We had spent a great deal on moving expenses and were more or less stuck with this. <br /> They also lied to us about the availability of phone and...
Kokopelli Real Estate & Property Management
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Reviewed in July 2013
The technician arrived sooner than estimated, which was appreciated. They did give a 30 minute call ahead. The technician checked the outdoor unit, attic unit, and interestingly, my hot water heater. He cleaned out the outside unit. All A/C parts were in good working condition. He made some...
Trademark Home Services
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Reviewed in April 2012
The hard water problem will need to be fixed with a water softening unit. At first, we were going to buy one from the original plumber, but after everything we went through with this guy so far, I think we're going to shop around this time.
Tracy's Mechanical and Plumbing
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Reviewed in February 2012
They are great. I use them all the time when I need to. They come out and do what you need them to. They are reasonable. He is right out there. They did a great job. They did what I wanted. They got it right in. The gas company did not fill the pro tank up and so he came right out to fix it. ....
Magnum Mechanical
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Reviewed in February 2012
It was hideous. He started taking other jobs on the side before finishing mine. He messed my apartment up by throwing dirt and debris out of the bathroom. They just left and never cleaned up. I thought everything would be done when I came back from vacation. He also looked to see a job at my...
JD Mechanical
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Reviewed in July 2010
Keith was incredibly reliable and a true lifesaver. The leak in our water main was discovered days before we were scheduled to host the first open house of our home. Keith rearranged his schedule and also managed to acquire the services of a first rate plumber to fix the problem in just a couple...
KW Construction
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Pacific Coast Purification

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Serving Taos, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"A veteran-owned business, this company goes the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction. Highly recommend!"

Response time9 hrs

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Mr Rooter Plumbing Of Four Corners

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Serving Taos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

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"The service went very well. I called and asked if a plumber could come and change our expansion tank off of our hot water heater and was told that the plumber would be there between 1 and 3. About 15 minutes before 1, the plumber called and asked if he could come by.
The service at the house went well and he used buckets and towels to make sure he didn't spill water everywhere. The water that did drip on our garage floor was cleaned up before he left.
They accept credit cards and are very professional, I'd use them again!
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Texas Water Filtration, Inc.

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Serving Taos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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"I was skeptical at first but there customer service was way up there! I was very pleased with there services!"

Response time30 mins

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Northline Plumbing & Heating, LLC

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Serving Taos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Valverde Energy, Inc.

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Serving Taos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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Valverde Energy, Inc., 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 time1 day

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Precision Service Plumbing & Heating

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Serving Taos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

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"Professional, and on time. Actually saved us money by using seperate part instead of the expensive kit we had previously purchased."

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AAA Backflow Testing & Repair

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Serving Taos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality plans/\ndrawings. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Freddie Suarez

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Serving Taos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of plumbing services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Audey's Plumbing And Heating

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Serving Taos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

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Audey's Plumbing And Heating is a locally owned and operated business with over 20 years of experience. For any and all of your HVAC needs call us in today.

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

A good hardness level for drinking water can vary based on personal preferences, but an ideal level is 3.5 to 7 GPG. This means your water isn’t soft or hard. However, some people prefer the “fresh” taste from the minerals in hard water, while others like the smoother, “slippery” texture of soft water.

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.

You can use a commercial water repellent treatment for glass on your shower doors to prevent water spots. Take care to only apply the product to glass. Letting air circulate also helps prevent water spots, as water is less likely to remain on the glass for a long time with good air circulation. Run your vent fan, open a window, and leave the shower door open for about half an hour after using the shower.

You can decide whether you need a water softener or water filter based on how your bathing or laundry experience is. If you notice issues like limescale buildup, dry skin, or stains on dishes—all telltale signs of hard water—you'd likely benefit from a water softener. However, if your main concern is over chemicals or bacteria in your tap water filter, and not just comfort, a filter is a better option.

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.

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