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Water Medic, Inc.
4.5(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great response. Came and installed a water softener for the whole house at a fair price. Workmanship was great. Very courteous. Left the area clean and even brought 6 bags of salt to fill up the tank. Would highly recommend."
Coolbaugh Fire Company
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Waterboy Water Works
4.7(
69
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My well is 300 feet deep and for 22 years our water was great. It started getting funky and then we had no water. I used Angi at about 11pm and within 10 minutes Ed from water works called and he came out 2 days later and put in a new pump. I am a DIYer and can say I rarely hire people. I hired Ed and he did a fantastic job. He explained everything he was doing, cleaned up and used quality American products. I researched a lot of plumbers and only on Eds reviews did they mention changing pumps. Honestly if I was younger I probably would have attempted to do it myself but after watching it without the proper equipment there is no way. But Ed took the care I would have and am very very pleased. Here's to having great water for another 20 plus years. Don't hesitate to hire water works."
Response time4 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Van Der Stad Drain Cleaning And Plumbing - Halaman Utama Facebook
4.6(
28
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Vanderstad Drain Cleaning and Plumbing Services we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. How can we help you?

Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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New York Water Girl, LLC
5.0(
3
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate.

commercial customer
commercial customer
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Barrows & Sons Septic, LLC
4.3(
9
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Barrows & Sons Septic, LLC, we are a company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while paying close attention to the details of every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Ultra Clear Water Solutions LLC
New to Angi
Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. \n \n

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

The primary difference between a water softener and a water filter lies in what they remove from the water. A water softener is designed to remove hard minerals like calcium and magnesium. In contrast, a water filter has a broader effect, removing various contaminants above a certain size, which can include bacteria and other impurities.

To decide which you need, consider your goal. If you want to eliminate hard minerals, choose a softener. If you want to remove a wide range of contaminants, a filter is the better option. Filters are also generally less expensive to install. Depending on your water supply, you may need to install both for comprehensive treatment.

The most accurate way to determine whether you have hard water is to purchase a water test kit from a hardware store or send a tap water sample to a lab. But there are some signs you can look out for without professional testing. For instance, if you're consistently dealing with mineral stains on your glassware, windows, and shower doors, you're likely to have hard water. Hard water can also make it harder to lather and rinse soap, so if you're struggling to work up a good lather in the shower, hard water might be the culprit.

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.

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.

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.

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