Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1966
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"My old water softener died. Brian came out and replaced it quickly and efficiently. Couldnâ t be happier"

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Last update on October 21, 2025
Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1966
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"My old water softener died. Brian came out and replaced it quickly and efficiently. Couldnâ t be happier"

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The installer Dustin was great! He was on time and professional. The installation was completed in about four hours as stated the job would be. I am happy with my water softener system and so is my skin!"





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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Andrew did a fantastic job finding the source of my wet basement. We thought it was a faulty water heater initially based on location of water. However, after inspecting the water heater, he discovered the water softener discharge lines came loose and where spraying water during recharge. After fixing the lines, Andrew went over water heater maintenance and answered all my questions. I will definitely use Eco Plumbing in the future and ask for Andrew. Eco is a fair and honest company! Thank you!!!"





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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"I recently hired Timken for bath/shower, sink, and toilet install I couldn't be happier. The quality of installation was top-notch! Tim proved his great technical experience and the professionalism by taking the time to ensure the functioning and cleaning of job site once finished. Where scheduled to add under sink water softening system too with his reasonable pricing. Highly recommend."

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1968
Credit card accepted
Customers say: Quality work
"I worked w Adrian. He contacted me shortly after my inquiry. He was knowledgeable,professional and most importantly, I did not feel pressured. We discussed my situation and he offered me a couple options. I believe a got a good value and my new water softener was installed in less than 48 hours. Highly recommend"




Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1969
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were efficient clean the area and explain how the unit work"





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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The man who performed our water heater installation, Michael Decay, was not only extremely. professional, he was also extremely nice. He showed up on a Sunday afternoon - who shows up on a Sunday anymore! I love this company!"





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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Unblocking a drain (blocked by tree roots) turned out to be more extensive than anticipated. Mr Humphrey did a great job, came back to take care of some water heater issues caused by the silty water on the basement floor. He also gave me some great advice on any future blockage problems."





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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I hired Tristate Complete Home Repair and Maintenance to fix a bad tile job in our new shower. They came out and worked diligently to fix the sharp tile replacement and drain issue. Jeff was professional, helpful, and answered our questions. I appreciate this company and will use them in the future for other home repairs and maintenance issues."





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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Warranties offered
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 earing your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today.





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The license requirements for water softener installation depend on your location. Some municipalities require that the installer hold a plumbing license, some require a permit and an inspection, but no license for the installer, and some require a permit and a license for the installer. Regardless of the local laws in your area, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed plumber or installer. These pros will install your system properly and have the experience to size the system appropriately. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to check your installer’s license status.
Water softeners are worth the money if you live in an area with hard water. Hard water is safe to drink, but it poses serious threats to your plumbing system. The minerals in hard water will gradually build up on the inside walls of your pipes, reducing water flow to your fixtures. The minerals can also gradually corrode your plumbing system, reduce its lifespan, and increase the risk of leaks. Hard water also makes soap and detergent less effective. Water softener systems can solve all these issues, making them a great investment.
It’s possible to install a water softener yourself, but we don’t recommend it. Water softeners require working with copper pipes and electrical wiring, neither are suitable tasks for most DIYers. Plus, working with water and electricity together is dangerous and could pose a risk to your safety. Water softeners also need to be calibrated so that they don’t make your water too soft, as soft water poses just as many risks as hard water. Overall, it’s well worth hiring a local water softener installer to place your water softener system.
The cost to install a water softener system is $1,500 on average, ranging between $200 and $6,000. The labor for water softener work typically costs between $150 and $1,000, so you can add that to your equipment costs to get an accurate total. Your price will depend on many factors, including the following:
System capacity
Home size
Water hardness levels
Type of water softener
Presence of electricity in the installation area
Local permit costs
Your water softener size is based on your total household water consumption. In most cases, you can assume the average household member will use around 75 gallons per day. Multiply that by the number of people in your home, then multiply by 10 (for the typical grains per gallon). You’ll get a number in grains that should help roughly size your water softener. However, it’s best to hire a professional to install your system and use more exact numbers, like your exact average water consumption per day and starting water hardness.
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