Best water softener pros near Kent, NY

Q: Which areas of the U.S. have hard water?

• <div><p>Most of the U.S. has hard water, especially across portions of the West and Midwest. The areas with the hardest water include parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, Illinois, North and South Dakota, Ohio, and New York. You&rsquo;ll find soft water in parts of New England, the Southeast, the Pacific Northwest, and Hawaii.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to install a water softener?

• <div><p>The average cost to install a water softener, including the system and labor, is approximately $1,500. However, the total price can range widely from $600 to $6,000. For some complete systems, the cost may be between $800 and $2,500. Labor for the installation typically costs between $150 and $1,000.</p><p>The final price is influenced by several factors, including:</p><ul><li><p>System type, capacity, and complexity</p></li><li><p>Home size and household water demands</p></li><li><p>Water hardness levels</p></li><li><p>Accessibility of the installation site and the extent of plumbing work required</p></li><li><p>Whether new electrical work is needed</p></li><li><p>The professional hired and any local permit costs</p></li></ul></div>

Q: Is hard water bad for your health?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: What benefits does installing a water softener system provide?

• <div><p>Softener systems extend appliance life spans, improve skin and hair health, and reduce pipe buildup by removing minerals like calcium and magnesium.</p></div>

Q: What does hard water feel like?

• <div><p>Hard water doesn&rsquo;t hurt, but it might feel more abrasive, especially if you have sensitive skin. It&rsquo;s also about how your skin feels <i>after</i> bathing. You might feel as though you have a sticky film over your body because you do&mdash;it&rsquo;s all that soapy residue left behind because the hard water can&rsquo;t rinse it off completely.</p></div>

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Last update on August 12, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
After getting several estimates to either recover or remove & repave my driveway, I hired R&W mainly because the estimator (Mike) spent more time looking at the job and explaining the pro's & con's of each. I went with the full remove & replace that he recommended. The job was done in stages...
R&W Paving
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Reviewed in February 2025
Ricky did a great job and was very thorough replacing my water heater and pointing out potential other improvements.
RSanford Services
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Reviewed in September 2024
Did great! All work was completed on time and efficiently. No more water coming in my basement!
Get Gutters and More
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Reviewed in July 2023
My sidewalks and patios have never been professionaly cleaned. After 20 years, needless to say they were quite black. Soft Wash Pros cleaned and sealed them restoring them back to their original beauty! It has since rained and the water just beaded up and dried with no issues!! Great job done by...
Soft Wash Pro's
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Reviewed in June 2022
A small kitchen fire stressed us out and the potential damage and cost of repair gave us even more to worry about, but, our stress was alleviated when we called Fire Water Pros to see about repairs and restoration. The price was manageable and they said everything would be back to normal. Guess...
Fire Water Pros
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Reviewed in December 2021
Nick P. replaced our water filters. Checked that system was working correctly and explained all aspects of changing the filters. He answered all our questions and was very knowledgeable.
Anderson Water & Power
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Reviewed in October 2021
Not very professional, Sloppy workmanship. It was not very clean, they did not take the time necessary to complete the job properly. It does not look good, It is just messy. The gutters are not installed properly, there is leaking problem, water getting is in, around one of my sky lights. It is...
Rotfox Construction
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Reviewed in May 2020
Installed a high efficient Water boiler.Was always on time Very courteous With the virus, Face ,gloves, sanitizer. In and out in one day. Very happy with the work. Nice job Mike. Defiantly recommend them.
Eco Heating and Cooling, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2020
Very happy with the response time, efficiency and results of the project. Matt was friendly and had my water heater replaced with minimal fuss. Highly recommend.
New Horizons GC
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Reviewed in December 2019
I called in a panic as our pump quit and the water was getting high in our well in the basement . The receptionist answered my call right away and I was told someone would be there in the early afternoon. I was delighted that no water damage was done and the pump was replaced at no cost to us.
Everdry Waterproofing of Upstate New York
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Top-Rated Water softener pros in Kent - Updated Nov 2026

Watercure USA

4.9(

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Kent, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They performed appropriate tests on my softened and filtered water before doing any work. No major repairs were needed, only targeted maintenance was needed. They were thed only water filtration rane changes from this point forward. Finding these folks is loke hitting a home run.company that offered a service to deliver salt to us, carry the salt to our basement, then install the heavy salt into our salt bin. And their price for doing that is more than fair. We will be having them provide routine maintenance & filter/membrane replacement."

Response time1 day

Response rate96%

23 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Halter Plumbing & Water Works

4.9(

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Kent, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"VERY PROFESSIONAL- John has been our go to plumbing guy for years now. He has replaced kitchen faucets, moved the toilet in our half bath, replaced outdoor water spigots, replaced tankless water system and more. He and his team are dependable, honest and quick to respond!! John explains / shows what the issue was and what to do to prevent from happening again. I would recommend this company over and over again."

Response time6 hrs

Response rate87%

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Lifetime Stainless Steel Corporation

4.5(

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Kent, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They install their own water softener and not if you buy your own. But will refer a plumber who does the installation"

Response time4 hrs

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by96%of homeowners

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Anderson Water & Power

4.4(

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Kent, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have recommended this business to a friend who is looking for a new water system. Hopefully he hires them."

+62

Response time2 days

77 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by89%of homeowners

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John Betlem Heating & Cooling Inc - Plumbing

4.7(

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Kent, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1941

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

John Betlem Heating & Cooling is a 3rd generation company founded in 1941. They provide Residential HVAC, Electrical and Insulation Services to Rochester, NY and the surrounding towns. John?s slogan that still holds true today is to do ?whatever it takes? to satisfy customers. \n \nJohn Betlem is a premier family operated solutions provider, passionately committed to the health, safety, and comfort for all they serve.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Northeast Water Systems, LLC

4.2(

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Kent, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tod was so helpful and informative. No pressure to purchase a new water Softner and a. Very fair quote given ."

+11

Recommended by97%of homeowners

Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Kent, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Easy and good service I will recommend this company to anyone who is interested in getting work done."

26 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Michael laing

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Kent, NY and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Looking for side plumbing work

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Jacob Calhoun

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Kent, NY and surrounding areas

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I am a hard worker, friendly and just looking for work on the side on top of my regular 45 hour work week

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Health Keys Water Purification & Softening

5.0(

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Kent, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Was very happy with the owner Lance and how he was able to explain and treat my water accordingly. Have been a customer and referred them to friends and family. I highly recommend getting a estimate and see for yourself."

Response time7 hrs

Response rate88%

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Water Softeners FAQs, answered by experts

Most of the U.S. has hard water, especially across portions of the West and Midwest. The areas with the hardest water include parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, Illinois, North and South Dakota, Ohio, and New York. You’ll find soft water in parts of New England, the Southeast, the Pacific Northwest, and Hawaii.

The average cost to install a water softener, including the system and labor, is approximately $1,500. However, the total price can range widely from $600 to $6,000. For some complete systems, the cost may be between $800 and $2,500. Labor for the installation typically costs between $150 and $1,000.

The final price is influenced by several factors, including:

System type, capacity, and complexity
Home size and household water demands
Water hardness levels
Accessibility of the installation site and the extent of plumbing work required
Whether new electrical work is needed
The professional hired and any local permit costs

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.

Softener systems extend appliance life spans, improve skin and hair health, and reduce pipe buildup by removing minerals like calcium and magnesium.

Hard water doesn’t hurt, but it might feel more abrasive, especially if you have sensitive skin. It’s also about how your skin feels after bathing. You might feel as though you have a sticky film over your body because you do—it’s all that soapy residue left behind because the hard water can’t rinse it off completely.

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