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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: Do you need a permit or license to install a water softener?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>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&rsquo;s state licensing tool to check an installer&rsquo;s license status.</p></div>

Q: Is hard water bad for you?

• <div><p>Hard water isn&rsquo;t necessarily bad for you. In some ways, it&rsquo;s good for you. If you&rsquo;re deficient in magnesium or calcium, hard water can give you a mineral boost that you wouldn&rsquo;t get with soft water. However, this is where the benefits of hard water pretty much stop. Hard water can cause many minor inconveniences and lead to costly, premature replacements of your water-using appliances.</p></div>

Q: Will a water descaler descale pipes?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a water softener and a water filter, and which one should I get?

• <div><p>The main difference between a water softener and a water filter is what they remove from the water. A water softener is specifically designed to remove hard minerals, while a filter removes a wider range of contaminants above a certain size, such as bacteria and other impurities. If your primary goal is to remove minerals, a softener is the best choice. If you want to remove various contaminants for safety or taste, a filter is more suitable. Filters are also typically less expensive to install. Depending on your water supply's specific issues, you may need to install both systems for comprehensive treatment.</p></div>

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Last update on July 07, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
We suffered a water spigot break due to freezing weather that was not discovered until the line was charged in the spring. This caused significant water damage in our basement. Gary came over within 24 hours of notification, evaluated and identified the problem and had it corrected within a...
Restoration Mechanical Co.
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Reviewed in October 2024
Cory installed hot water heater in less than 1 hour. Wonderful job.
Lee's Plumbing, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2023
I have had problems for several years of water leaking into my basement.. All efforts to remedy this problem did not work. I hired the Designer Driveways And Patios. They spent the day waterproofing the basement and I haven’t had a problem cents. They were efficient, polite and got the job done....
Designer Driveways And Patios
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Reviewed in October 2023
Anthony instahled water heater an removed old one,very professional an i am very pleased with work an price.
Tony's Restoration and Construction
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Reviewed in July 2022
I called Cass in November 2021. The hot water heater went out the day before Thanksgiving. Richard, the service repairman, came out that day and replaced the heating element. This past week, almost 7 months to the day, no hot water again. Cass was very busy but Richard did make it out in 2 days....
Cass Plumbing, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2021
John contacted me soon after my request for quote. His close relationship with his plumbing supplier was very impressive. The owner of Maumee Supply personally delivered the Water Heater of my choice. Same day service and completion of project!
Air Stream Plumbing, Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in July 2021
Rob gave me options for either repairing or replacing the water heater. Either way he was able to resolve my issue of not having hot water within a few hours. I had just moved in and had not had a hot shower in the 4 days I have lived here. So, I'm extremely happy. He was also very kind to my...
Drain Solutions Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
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Reviewed in April 2021
On-time. Fast and efficient install of a hot water tank.
Affordable Home Services
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Reviewed in August 2020
Ron was very sympathetic to my problem and was immediately available or made himself available to come right over. I had an individual lined up to put in my water heater, but that fell through. Ron came right over, checked out the situation, quoted a price that was acceptable me and went to...
Affordable Concrete Construction
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Reviewed in November 2019
We are more than pleased with the years of experience and dedication and then service that we received with Clearbrook Water Systems. We were contacted as soon as we put in an inquiry and Jim was so helpful and knowledgable about what we needed! Don who installed our system did a great job! If...
Clearbrook Water Solutions, LLC
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Clearwater Systems, Inc.

4.5(

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

Serving Oregon, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A little expensive but hooked up system to kitchen sink and refrigerator. Put in an additional faucet in sink for drinking water. Put in the wrong finish of faucet and never came back to switch it out."

+15

Response time1 day

61 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Fred Latz Water Conditioning

5.0(

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

Serving Oregon, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1949

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are so incredibly happy that we hired Fred Latz Water Conditioning. He made the time to come out to us on the day that we called and identified and fixed the issue quickly and efficiently. He was kind, professional, affordable, friendly, trustworthy and quite literally came out on his own personal time to fix our water softener as we had no water pressure. We HIGHLY recommend him for any and all of your water conditioning needs. You wonâ t be disappointed."

Response time6 hrs

Response rate94%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Oregon, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

As a family owned and operated business for three generations, we pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time3 days

Response rate100%

39 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Oregon, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was very good. They knew what they were doing. I also had a faucet installed. There was only one guy. He was very nice."

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by89%of homeowners

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

Serving Oregon, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely pleased! Very dependable, respectful of my property and polite. Definitely recommend for any and all your plumbing needs!! Thank you for making everything easy & visually appealing (color coding all water lines). No need for followup or cleaning up after he's complete, he gets it done right."

+16

Response time6 hrs

Response rate100%

12 neighbors recently requested a quote

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IRONpro Water Treatment

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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Oregon, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

IRONpro is a family-owned and operated water treatment company, founded in 1995. We offer a complete spectrum of custom water-treatment solutions to fit the individual needs of each applicant. Our certified water specialists have decades of experience in treating problem water throughout Northwest Ohio and Southeastern Michigan. We strive to provide the highest-quality, most cost-effective, and environmentally-friendly water treatments to meet your needs.

Response time8 hrs

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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Cleveland

4.2(

325

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

Serving Oregon, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came out the same day and helped us.
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Response time10 hrs

Response rate100%

9 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Oregon, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"John did a super job we have plenty of water pressure . Will be using John for other project. Highly recommended.."

Response time3 hrs

Recommended by96%of homeowners

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

Serving Oregon, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They are replacing my water heater."

Recommended by81%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

3.5(

5,688

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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Oregon, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"Well, the first time the replacement was ordered it was the wrong one, which of course, delayed the installation a week. When it was finally installed I had to pay an additional $850 for code upgrades. This I was not informed of by Home Shield. Then we noticed that there was water on the garage floor and found that the pipe coming in from the wall was leaking at the wall so had to call the plumbing company back out to fix it. They first tried to say it was not their fault but since there wasn't a leak before they installed they did fix it. I have used Home Shield a few times before and never had a problem. Some of the companies they use are not the best so you have to research them before you commit. I have found HS service to be good if you do your homework. At the end of the day I was without hot water for almost 3 weeks but it was do to the plumbing company they sent out."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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Water Softeners questions, 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.

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.

Hard water isn’t necessarily bad for you. In some ways, it’s good for you. If you’re deficient in magnesium or calcium, hard water can give you a mineral boost that you wouldn’t get with soft water. However, this is where the benefits of hard water pretty much stop. Hard water can cause many minor inconveniences and lead to costly, premature replacements of your water-using appliances.

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.

The main difference between a water softener and a water filter is what they remove from the water. A water softener is specifically designed to remove hard minerals, while a filter removes a wider range of contaminants above a certain size, such as bacteria and other impurities. If your primary goal is to remove minerals, a softener is the best choice. If you want to remove various contaminants for safety or taste, a filter is more suitable. Filters are also typically less expensive to install. Depending on your water supply's specific issues, you may need to install both systems for comprehensive treatment.

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