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Culligan of the Pacific North West Inc
4.8(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Rainier, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have very hard water and wanted a unit installed. I called Ecowater Northwest because they were local and had excellent ratings on Angie's List. Aaron came to my house, answered all my questions, tested my water and recommended the two units I had installed. Dave did the installing and did an excellent job. I am very happy with the results and would recommend them to anybody that needs this type of service."
Culligan HE Softener
Culligan HE Softener
Culligan Aqua Cleer Drinking Water System
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Vortex Filtration Inc
5.0(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Rainier, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vortex Filtration Inc is a excellent company with vast experience & knowledge in conditioning potable well water. I recommend Vortex Filtration Inc to design build and install their patented Vortex water system to solved all well water conditioning issues. My client had a problem for over tens years prior to the installation of the Vortex system. Once installed, the well water in the holding tank was crystal clear. Thanks Vortex!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Boone’s Ferry Electric Inc
4.7(
47
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Rainier, OR and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

Boones Ferry Electric was started in 1985 to serve the rapidly expanding Wilsonville area. The company remains locally owned, and based in Wilsonville. Over the last twenty years we've expanded to a crew of twenty-four and a fleet of trucks to better serve your electrical needs throughout the Portland metro area. \n\nAll of our Electricians and management carry mobile phones. Emergency home phone numbers are available on request. Early, late, or even weekend service is available based on your needs. We won't leave you in the dark. We are located next to an electrical supplier for easy access to material and early start times. \n\nResidential -\nNew, remodeled, panel / service changes, generators, equine facilities and state of the art lighting controls. \n\nCommercial -\nNew and/or remodeled office spaces, retail, restaurants and other commercial establishments. \n\nIndustrial -\nNew machinery circuits, control and design. Pump stations, wood mills and other manufacturing experiences. \n\nWe always guarantee all of our work and materials for (1) year from the date of completion regardless of the size of job. Reasonable cost is always a valid concern. Fair value should be as well. We offer both! \n\nThis is what "Old Fashioned Service" means at Boones Ferry Electric. We'll do it right the first time and the way you want it done. When you need an electrician, think of Boones Ferry Electric.

Recommended by97%of homeowners
Ethereal Elements
4.5(
85
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Rainier, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a very good job, and they were careful not to damage siding or surrounding landscaping.   Cleaned up the work area each day, and upon completion left the area looking better than before the work started.   The best part -- no more leaking water in our basement.   I waited to write this review until we had been through a couple period of heavy rain.   Thanks Q!
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Recommended by92%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 Rainier, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"The yearly service works out to be $50 a month. We've had two water heaters replaced through them because of a fault in them. They're usually very responsive. I like that I can request the service online. The only thing is, I wish that there was a better avenue for emergency services. If something doesn't work right away usually it takes a couple of days to get someone out and sometimes you can't wait two days without water."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

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.

Some shower water softeners are effective, but this isn’t always the case. Most shower filters only filter out chlorine, not hard minerals like calcium. Other shower filters can't handle the demand in homes with very hard water. It's also important to change the filters on your shower filters. Failure to regularly swap out old filters will make the filter ineffective over time. 

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

No, hard water isn’t dangerous. The added calcium in hard water can contribute to good bone health. However, it can also cause dry skin and hair. If you have dry skin or hair, consider using a water-softening system to help minimize the minerals in your water. Plus, these systems can also add some sodium to your diet. 

The chemicals in a water softener can wear down the anode rod in the heater and shorten its life span. However, for most people, the benefits of the softener outweigh this potential drawback.

Have a plumber inspect the anode rod annually for damage, as replacing the anode rod is far less expensive than replacing the entire water heater.

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