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Kennihan Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
3.7(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Point, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have had Kennihan do plumbing, heating, air conditioning, hot water heater replacement, etc etc etc. They are like having a whole team in your family! Excellent from the professional service people to the office team to the owners!"
NEW SHOWER HEAD & FAUCET
NEW TILE
Ultra High Efficiency System
Furnace Replacement
Furnace Replacement

+2

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Reliable Water Treatment Company
5.0(
42
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Point, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Although I hired the plumber to install the hot water heater I was not present during the installation. My brother in law was present and thought they did a professional job."
Response time1 hour
Response rate97%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Sanders Plumbing
5.0(
14
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Point, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Addison was great. He came and completed the install of my brand new hot water tank in under an hour. He was reasonable and upfront with the pricing as well. I would definitely recommend Sanders Plumbing. I will be a repeat customer in the future."
Add shower in Basement
Waterline Install
Waterline Install
Waterline Install
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by64%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.

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 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.

Softened water prevents scale deposits, reducing appliance wear, leading to energy savings and longer-lasting household fixtures.

While it depends on how complicated the unit and installation is, it takes two to four hours to install a water softener unit, on average. It might take longer if pipes need to be replaced. You should make sure the installation area is clear of any objects that might get in the way before you begin.

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