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H2o Solutions
4.4(
143
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Johnstown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a problem with my water softener . This pro came right out and replaced a gasket and set it up and told me how it worked .Very knowledgable and sincere"
Reverse Osmosis System
9 Stage Reverse Osmosis
Whole House System
Colloidal Clay System
Clifton Park Water

+25

Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Boss Pro Plumbing & Heating
4.7(
96
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Johnstown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Was pleasantly surprised by their timely response to provide an estimate, and then started work immediately following. I discovered my water heater leaking around 2 and by 7:30 they were done and gone. Really nice guys too. Would definitely use again and have no problem recommending them."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pure Water Source
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Johnstown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was a pro, every thing he did was to perfection he is definitly a asset to the co. he works for."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate97%
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Capital Region Plumbing and Heating Services, LLC
4.2(
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Johnstown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a same day hot water tank replacement. Emailed them at 8:30am and was completed by 2pm."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Culligan of Upstate New York
3.4(
6
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Johnstown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very friendly and professional. The filtered drinking water is absolutely amazing and the water softener made a huge difference."
Response time3 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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M&M Plumbing
5.0(
2
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Johnstown, 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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Navin Home Improvements
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52
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Johnstown, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Navin Home Improvements replaced my water heater. The work done was professional, up to code, and timely. They were courteous and all work was completed as agreed upon. I recommend them highly."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Yes. To get soft water, you can install a water softening system, which will replace the calcium and magnesium ions in the water with sodium or potassium ions. Water softeners cost anywhere from $200 to $6,000, depending on the size and complexity of the system. You can either install a water softener for the whole house or just at your shower heads. If you’re sensitive to sodium or potassium, you can install a salt-free water conditioner.

Routine maintenance involves recharging the resin bed with salt or potassium, cleaning components, and periodic inspection.

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