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Crisafulli Bros. Home Services
4.6(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1939

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

For over 85 years, Crisafulli Bros. Plumbing & Heating Contractors, Inc. has provided plumbing, sewer and drain, heating and cooling design, installation, service, scheduled maintenance, and electrical services to our clientele. Founded in 1939, our company now spans three generations combining the pride and craftsmanship you expect from a locally owned and operated family business with the resources and knowledge available from a large national company. With a growing workforce and a fleet of vehicles driving around every upstate NY neighborhood, Crisafulli Bros. is one of the largest mechanical contracting companies in the Capital Region. Our vast resources and commitment to quality led to us being recognized as the Best of the Capital Region for over 16 straight years and named a Top Work Place. We have set the standard for plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical craftsmanship in the region.

Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
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Joe's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
4.6(
84
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had an oil to lp gas conversion. Needed to replace the boiler, existing hot water tank and remove the oil tank. Joe's Plumbing gave a great price, neat work, honest and easy to work with. The materials were high quality and they finished a head of schedule."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
A-1 barton water conditioning
5.0(
4
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

A-1 Barton Water Conditioning is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 25 years of hands on experience providing innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We service Albany, Columbia, Delaware, Greene, Fulton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Otsego, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schohaire, and Washington counties in Upstate New York. Please feel free to contact us today!

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M&M Plumbing
5.0(
2
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My boiler stop working come to find out it was the gas valve and it need to be clean out. I love the experience I had with the company that was very transparent and open with the task step by step"
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Experts recommend that you put two to four bags of potassium chloride in your water softener every month. This amount depends on how much is in the bag (40 pounds is most common) and what your water softener manufacturer recommends. For more specific advice, talk to a water softener pro in your area and read the manual that came with your system.

No, a water descaler won't descale pipes. The charged water running through the pipes may very slowly dissolve mineral deposits and hold them inside the water, but it's a very gradual process. If your pipes do need descaling, it's much better to get a local plumber to descale your pipes.

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.

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.

There are many possibilities for why your shower’s water pressure is low. It might be a simple-to-fix issue like the water valves being partially turned off, a dirty showerhead or hose, leaks in the plumbing, or an old showerhead. However, low water pressure in the shower could also indicate a larger issue with your home’s plumbing system.

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