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Lujan Plumbing

4.99(
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Lujan Plumbing

4.99(
175
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

Lujan Plumbing has over 30 years of expertise in the plumbing industry! Being a family owned and operated business, we are able to offer you that personal touch you've been looking for. At Lujan Plumbing, our goal is to make our customers happy. We believe in treating each customer like part of the family. We specialize in residential plumbing and drain cleaning, repair, and replacement solutions.

"Mr. Lujan ran the “SNAKE” from the clean out outside the house to the clogged out area of the bathroom. He also installed a hose bib that was leaking, and unclogged a hot water line from our kitchen sink. He was punctual and polite. Provided points of how plumbing issues behave to prevent future problems. Well satisfied with his craftsmanship and will highly recommend him."

Victor G on December 2022

Lujan Plumbing has over 30 years of expertise in the plumbing industry! Being a family owned and operated business, we are able to offer you that personal touch you've been looking for. At Lujan Plumbing, our goal is to make our customers happy. We believe in treating each customer like part of the family. We specialize in residential plumbing and drain cleaning, repair, and replacement solutions.

"Mr. Lujan ran the “SNAKE” from the clean out outside the house to the clogged out area of the bathroom. He also installed a hose bib that was leaking, and unclogged a hot water line from our kitchen sink. He was punctual and polite. Provided points of how plumbing issues behave to prevent future problems. Well satisfied with his craftsmanship and will highly recommend him."

Victor G on December 2022


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Alamo Water Softeners

4.93(
300
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Alamo Water Softeners

4.93(
300
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Alamo Water Softeners is driven to do the right thing for our neighbors through providing the best residential water softeners and service available to the greater San Antonio area. Alamo Water Softeners specializes in water softeners, water filtration and conditioning and now offers plumbing services including water heater replacement.

"One of the worst experiences I have ever had in my life with a company. They came to install a reverse osmosis system to our House that was to be leased in the following 2 weeks. They left, and after a few hours when we returned to the property. The reverse osmosis system was leaking immensely. It completely flooded our kitchen about quarter of an inch of water. Our kitchen had been recently re-done (finished about 4-5 months prior) and it costed over 25,000 Dollars just on the cabinets and counters. The system flooded at least 4 cabinets. And it went under the cabinets and into the walls. There was already visible damage of warping and expanding from the wood. We kindly requested them to come and fix their problem and pay us for the damaged. This is when they brought in an incredibly rude employee called Randal Booth. He was very rude to me and my wife, he wouldn't let us speak or explain, he tried to diminish the damage, and tried to blame us. My father has been in construction for over 40 years, he works with builders that build custom homes or luxury homes. So he has experience with pricing. We brought a very very very modest quote of repairing the kitching (removing everything, drying the walls, and installing new cabinets, and then re-installing everything else) This meant we had to properly remove the Granit as well as remove all the sink and plumbing and some electrical (because of the oven and gas cook top) on top of we would have needed to remove at least a foot of backsplash plank. Then remove 4 cabinets, and install 4 new cabinets, granite counter again, sink and all plumbing, cooktop and oven, and then backsplash plank, paint and caulk and finish everything. My dad's quote was around 7,500 USD to do everything (including buying new cabinets from American Woodmark, which were the same brand we had recently installed). The quote was modest because he was going to give me a friends and family discount and ask favors to his electricians and plumbers and painter work friends. Randal proceeded to rejected the quote and asked to bring his own licensed contractor. Which we allowed him to do. My father was present when the contractor came in. First of all, the contractor tried to diminish the quality of the cabinets saying that they were cheaply homemade cabinets painted on site. Which was a complete lie. They were purchased at Home depot Bandera and were American Woodmark. I have the receipts (which were sent to Randel but he ignored them) Then the contractor proceeded to say that he would get done the project in a couple of hours, and he said he would just remove the current cabinets without removing anything else and installing them. This would completely risk our kitchen for even more damage. Randel then proceeded to give us a settlement offer of 1900.00 dollars of so. I was not pleased with the offer and I told him just the cabinets alone costed about 450 each and we got them at a sale event in Home depot and with some extra discount percentage because of the credit card. So I told Randel Booth that instead of taking his settlement offer, I would prefer his contractor to come and do the work for the 1900. Then he started stalling and not answering. He asked for proof of the cabinet costs and I sent it, and more stalling happened. Then after like 4 MONTHS of waiting, I contacted The Marketing Manager on Linkedin and made her aware of the situation. Randel emailed me saying he wanted another contractor to come in and get a quote. Which I told him no, he had his opportunity and I didn't want to bother the tenants. All in all its been 6 months we have 4 warped cabinets and Alamo water softeners has fixed this issue. We now will start talking to a lawyer to assess the situation."

Eli G on January 2025

Alamo Water Softeners is driven to do the right thing for our neighbors through providing the best residential water softeners and service available to the greater San Antonio area. Alamo Water Softeners specializes in water softeners, water filtration and conditioning and now offers plumbing services including water heater replacement.

"One of the worst experiences I have ever had in my life with a company. They came to install a reverse osmosis system to our House that was to be leased in the following 2 weeks. They left, and after a few hours when we returned to the property. The reverse osmosis system was leaking immensely. It completely flooded our kitchen about quarter of an inch of water. Our kitchen had been recently re-done (finished about 4-5 months prior) and it costed over 25,000 Dollars just on the cabinets and counters. The system flooded at least 4 cabinets. And it went under the cabinets and into the walls. There was already visible damage of warping and expanding from the wood. We kindly requested them to come and fix their problem and pay us for the damaged. This is when they brought in an incredibly rude employee called Randal Booth. He was very rude to me and my wife, he wouldn't let us speak or explain, he tried to diminish the damage, and tried to blame us. My father has been in construction for over 40 years, he works with builders that build custom homes or luxury homes. So he has experience with pricing. We brought a very very very modest quote of repairing the kitching (removing everything, drying the walls, and installing new cabinets, and then re-installing everything else) This meant we had to properly remove the Granit as well as remove all the sink and plumbing and some electrical (because of the oven and gas cook top) on top of we would have needed to remove at least a foot of backsplash plank. Then remove 4 cabinets, and install 4 new cabinets, granite counter again, sink and all plumbing, cooktop and oven, and then backsplash plank, paint and caulk and finish everything. My dad's quote was around 7,500 USD to do everything (including buying new cabinets from American Woodmark, which were the same brand we had recently installed). The quote was modest because he was going to give me a friends and family discount and ask favors to his electricians and plumbers and painter work friends. Randal proceeded to rejected the quote and asked to bring his own licensed contractor. Which we allowed him to do. My father was present when the contractor came in. First of all, the contractor tried to diminish the quality of the cabinets saying that they were cheaply homemade cabinets painted on site. Which was a complete lie. They were purchased at Home depot Bandera and were American Woodmark. I have the receipts (which were sent to Randel but he ignored them) Then the contractor proceeded to say that he would get done the project in a couple of hours, and he said he would just remove the current cabinets without removing anything else and installing them. This would completely risk our kitchen for even more damage. Randel then proceeded to give us a settlement offer of 1900.00 dollars of so. I was not pleased with the offer and I told him just the cabinets alone costed about 450 each and we got them at a sale event in Home depot and with some extra discount percentage because of the credit card. So I told Randel Booth that instead of taking his settlement offer, I would prefer his contractor to come and do the work for the 1900. Then he started stalling and not answering. He asked for proof of the cabinet costs and I sent it, and more stalling happened. Then after like 4 MONTHS of waiting, I contacted The Marketing Manager on Linkedin and made her aware of the situation. Randel emailed me saying he wanted another contractor to come in and get a quote. Which I told him no, he had his opportunity and I didn't want to bother the tenants. All in all its been 6 months we have 4 warped cabinets and Alamo water softeners has fixed this issue. We now will start talking to a lawyer to assess the situation."

Eli G on January 2025


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Prostar Water Inc

4.90(
230
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Prostar Water Inc

4.90(
230
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Prostar Water Inc is a professional Puronics dealer with 15 years of experience in the water industry. Our product is the only EPA registered bacteriostatic water conditioner for residential and commercial use. What does this mean for you and your family? Filters remove chlorine from water, leaving the filter environment susceptible to bacteria growth. Prostar Water Inc brings the NASA technology, developed to inhibit bacteria growth while purifying the water aboard the shuttle orbiters, right into your home. What do our customers think? Satisfied customers have been overwhelmed by great service and top quality water. Please read our reviews. Have you heard of Puronics? Our company is authorized by Puronics Water Systems which has been a prime manufacturer since 1947. With millions of satisfied customers throughout the world, our products are EPA registered, NSF certified, and recognized by Environmental Protection Agency as a climate leader. Are you looking for qualified technicians? Our factory trained, certified technicians analyze your water with a portable lab system in your home. Prostar Water Inc is the number one choice for consumer households, restaurants, hotels, and commercial businesses.

"Justine from Prostar was very knowledgeable and professional. She gave us great price options and followed up after the installation to be sure we were happy. They were on time and did a great job! The technician thoroughly explained what they were doing and how long it would take. We had several quotes/options, but Prostar Water definitely provided the best product and service for the money!"

Camillia B on March 2023

Prostar Water Inc is a professional Puronics dealer with 15 years of experience in the water industry. Our product is the only EPA registered bacteriostatic water conditioner for residential and commercial use. What does this mean for you and your family? Filters remove chlorine from water, leaving the filter environment susceptible to bacteria growth. Prostar Water Inc brings the NASA technology, developed to inhibit bacteria growth while purifying the water aboard the shuttle orbiters, right into your home. What do our customers think? Satisfied customers have been overwhelmed by great service and top quality water. Please read our reviews. Have you heard of Puronics? Our company is authorized by Puronics Water Systems which has been a prime manufacturer since 1947. With millions of satisfied customers throughout the world, our products are EPA registered, NSF certified, and recognized by Environmental Protection Agency as a climate leader. Are you looking for qualified technicians? Our factory trained, certified technicians analyze your water with a portable lab system in your home. Prostar Water Inc is the number one choice for consumer households, restaurants, hotels, and commercial businesses.

"Justine from Prostar was very knowledgeable and professional. She gave us great price options and followed up after the installation to be sure we were happy. They were on time and did a great job! The technician thoroughly explained what they were doing and how long it would take. We had several quotes/options, but Prostar Water definitely provided the best product and service for the money!"

Camillia B on March 2023


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C.A.P.P.S. PLUMBING

4.87(
190
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C.A.P.P.S. PLUMBING

4.87(
190
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Jackie and Art have been in business since 2000 and we are happy to take care of any of your plumbing needs. Leave message on voicemail if we can't answer at that time - Don't forget to include your phone number - voicemail will page us!

"Excellent attitude and quality of work."

John O on May 2020

Jackie and Art have been in business since 2000 and we are happy to take care of any of your plumbing needs. Leave message on voicemail if we can't answer at that time - Don't forget to include your phone number - voicemail will page us!

"Excellent attitude and quality of work."

John O on May 2020


Denny Plumbing

4.99(
72
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Denny Plumbing

4.99(
72
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Welcome to Denny Plumbing, your neighborhood plumber. We are family owned and operated. With over 16 years experience we are one of the best in the business specializing in all your plumbing needs. From clogged drains to sewer main clear we do it all.

"The repair and service was way above the highest standards. Two of my problems had been fixed by other plumbing companies to no avail. Denny's got the job done!!! They were professional, knowledgeable, courteous and took the time to make sure my problems were resolved satisfctorily! I have reccommended Denny's to friends and will continue to do so. They are the BEST!"

John T on April 2020

Welcome to Denny Plumbing, your neighborhood plumber. We are family owned and operated. With over 16 years experience we are one of the best in the business specializing in all your plumbing needs. From clogged drains to sewer main clear we do it all.

"The repair and service was way above the highest standards. Two of my problems had been fixed by other plumbing companies to no avail. Denny's got the job done!!! They were professional, knowledgeable, courteous and took the time to make sure my problems were resolved satisfctorily! I have reccommended Denny's to friends and will continue to do so. They are the BEST!"

John T on April 2020


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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
347
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
347
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018


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Comfort-Air Engineering & Primo Plumbing, Inc.

4.83(
201
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Comfort-Air Engineering & Primo Plumbing, Inc.

4.83(
201
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1964, Comfort-Air Engineering & Primo Plumbing Inc has been serving San Antonio, TX and its surrounding areas in all its heating, cooling, & plumbing needs. If you want a heating, cooling, & plumbing company that offers upfront pricing, has free estimates on replacement systems, has been in business for over 50 years, is 5 star rated and family owned, then Comfort-Air Engineering & Primo Plumbing Inc is for you. Call now to schedule an appointment!

"Perfect .. got the heat we needed in record time. Professional, knowledgeable, reasonable."

Linda E on August 2022

Since 1964, Comfort-Air Engineering & Primo Plumbing Inc has been serving San Antonio, TX and its surrounding areas in all its heating, cooling, & plumbing needs. If you want a heating, cooling, & plumbing company that offers upfront pricing, has free estimates on replacement systems, has been in business for over 50 years, is 5 star rated and family owned, then Comfort-Air Engineering & Primo Plumbing Inc is for you. Call now to schedule an appointment!

"Perfect .. got the heat we needed in record time. Professional, knowledgeable, reasonable."

Linda E on August 2022


"This is the third system they have installed for us in 3 different houses over 15 years. Great service, professional representatives, responsive, and trustworthy."

GERALD P on May 2018

Cost is determined by the job. Family owned & operated.

"This is the third system they have installed for us in 3 different houses over 15 years. Great service, professional representatives, responsive, and trustworthy."

GERALD P on May 2018


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BioTech Water Researchers

4.88(
77
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BioTech Water Researchers

4.88(
77
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1986, BioTech Water Researchers has been satisfying the water softening, purification, filtration, and treatment needs of thousands of happy customers. We SELL new systems and only service products that we sell & install. We only offer superior grade products backed by a professional team. We have done thousands of jobs for a reason; fair pricing, extremely high quality products, a professional team and long-term written warranties (full 5 year written warranty on service calls, labor bills, and materials, against defects caused by manufacturing or installation). We are the complete package! We proudly contribute to local charities and participate in community outreach programs. **We carry $5,000,000 in liability insurance for your security. We are proud to be a BBB Accredited Business with a 25+ Year Merit Award**. WE DO NOT INSTALL CUSTOMER SUPPLIED PRODUCTS.

"I have been a BioTech Water Researchers customer of over 20 ears. Hank (owner) and his team builds, installs, services, and has parts for the water softeners. Our home was not plumbed for the water softener, no problem for BioTech. They completed everything in one day. A super plus is the design, he adds a pressure valve and filter to the unit to remove the San Antonio dirt in the line. My friends and neighbor's don't, until they see the old filter. BioTech is low pressure sales, Hank answers all your questions, since they build them, they know them inside and out. BioTech is a San Antonio company you can trust for a quality product, and service. There is no "finger pointing" between manufacturer or installer or parts person, it is all done by BioTech. You will be thanking yourself for choosing BioTech"

Harold G on September 2022

Since 1986, BioTech Water Researchers has been satisfying the water softening, purification, filtration, and treatment needs of thousands of happy customers. We SELL new systems and only service products that we sell & install. We only offer superior grade products backed by a professional team. We have done thousands of jobs for a reason; fair pricing, extremely high quality products, a professional team and long-term written warranties (full 5 year written warranty on service calls, labor bills, and materials, against defects caused by manufacturing or installation). We are the complete package! We proudly contribute to local charities and participate in community outreach programs. **We carry $5,000,000 in liability insurance for your security. We are proud to be a BBB Accredited Business with a 25+ Year Merit Award**. WE DO NOT INSTALL CUSTOMER SUPPLIED PRODUCTS.

"I have been a BioTech Water Researchers customer of over 20 ears. Hank (owner) and his team builds, installs, services, and has parts for the water softeners. Our home was not plumbed for the water softener, no problem for BioTech. They completed everything in one day. A super plus is the design, he adds a pressure valve and filter to the unit to remove the San Antonio dirt in the line. My friends and neighbor's don't, until they see the old filter. BioTech is low pressure sales, Hank answers all your questions, since they build them, they know them inside and out. BioTech is a San Antonio company you can trust for a quality product, and service. There is no "finger pointing" between manufacturer or installer or parts person, it is all done by BioTech. You will be thanking yourself for choosing BioTech"

Harold G on September 2022


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Beyer Boys A/C, Heating & Plumbing

4.72(
372
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Beyer Boys A/C, Heating & Plumbing

4.72(
372
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Customers say: Super punctual
1990 years of experience

As the largest air conditioning company serving San Antonio and the surrounding areas, Beyer Mechanical understands the HVAC needs of South Texas residents and businesses. Whether you’re looking to install a new system, maintain your current system, or repair your AC unit, we are here to help. Our certified technicians will respect your time and home, while performing a series of inspection checks and services. Schedule an appointment online, or simply call us at (210) 656-9027 today! Financing available. Cost is determined by the job.

"Do not use this company for service or installation of your HVAC system. In San Antonio, use ANY OTHER company, there are plenty of much better options out there. Beyer Boys is a complete rip off! Simple repairs = astronomical costs!, company and technicians only interested in raking in $, and promoting annual service plan. Technician disingenuous. Customer service very slow to respond in answering questions about billing. This job was for a simple solenoid failure on the AC unit with a total cost of over $900! The basic 50mf/ 440v solenoid replacement cost $318. Also replaced were the hard start saver $317. and a “2 pole electric connector” at $291. Later after we finally got the itemized receipt (which required several calls to the company before any receipt was emailed), I looked up the cost of these parts. (to buy OEM parts for this unit, they would be less than $30, $135, and $15 respectively). I don't think the technician took enough time to explain the issue with the HVAC unit that needed repair. I think that he replaced more components than were needed to solve the problem. I also felt he was more interested in trying to sell me an annual maintenance plan than addressing the service issue at hand. He kept trying to sell me the annual maintenance plan. After he was working on the unit I asked him if the solenoid replacement alone would have fixed the unit and he said yes, but then also encouraged me to have the maintenance plan. He hinted again that we should have the annual maintenance plan, in saying that the coolant level was low “so the system might not cool as well as expected” That is actually not an issue at all with our HVAC. After the bill of $916.80 was paid for this very basic problem, which took less than one hour for the technician to fix, we never received a bill in the email. I had to call the company to request a bill. They finally emailed the bill, but it was not itemized at all, it just listed the items repaired and the total charge. I called again and requested that they please send me an itemized bill, including the parts cost and labor costs. This time I received an email with the costs as I stated above, but again no separation of parts and labor costs. I called again and asked to get the full b breakdown, but still have not heard back from them. The technicians behavior, the exorbitant charge, the failure to promptly send a receipt, and then once a receipt was received, the additional phone calls to get an itemized receipt, and also to request a breakdown parts vs. labor all makes this feel like a RIP OFF SCAM. If the exorbitantly high cost was the result of some sort of emergency labor fee or something like that I would understand that, BUT BECAUSE OF THE LACK OF TRANSPARANCY, I am left with the impression that this is a serious rip off, and deception in business practice. The behavior of the technician also made the service call feel deceptive, because of the focus on promoting the annual service plan. PICK ANOTHER HVAC SEFVICE COMPANY, there are plenty of options out there."

Dan L on July 2022

As the largest air conditioning company serving San Antonio and the surrounding areas, Beyer Mechanical understands the HVAC needs of South Texas residents and businesses. Whether you’re looking to install a new system, maintain your current system, or repair your AC unit, we are here to help. Our certified technicians will respect your time and home, while performing a series of inspection checks and services. Schedule an appointment online, or simply call us at (210) 656-9027 today! Financing available. Cost is determined by the job.

"Do not use this company for service or installation of your HVAC system. In San Antonio, use ANY OTHER company, there are plenty of much better options out there. Beyer Boys is a complete rip off! Simple repairs = astronomical costs!, company and technicians only interested in raking in $, and promoting annual service plan. Technician disingenuous. Customer service very slow to respond in answering questions about billing. This job was for a simple solenoid failure on the AC unit with a total cost of over $900! The basic 50mf/ 440v solenoid replacement cost $318. Also replaced were the hard start saver $317. and a “2 pole electric connector” at $291. Later after we finally got the itemized receipt (which required several calls to the company before any receipt was emailed), I looked up the cost of these parts. (to buy OEM parts for this unit, they would be less than $30, $135, and $15 respectively). I don't think the technician took enough time to explain the issue with the HVAC unit that needed repair. I think that he replaced more components than were needed to solve the problem. I also felt he was more interested in trying to sell me an annual maintenance plan than addressing the service issue at hand. He kept trying to sell me the annual maintenance plan. After he was working on the unit I asked him if the solenoid replacement alone would have fixed the unit and he said yes, but then also encouraged me to have the maintenance plan. He hinted again that we should have the annual maintenance plan, in saying that the coolant level was low “so the system might not cool as well as expected” That is actually not an issue at all with our HVAC. After the bill of $916.80 was paid for this very basic problem, which took less than one hour for the technician to fix, we never received a bill in the email. I had to call the company to request a bill. They finally emailed the bill, but it was not itemized at all, it just listed the items repaired and the total charge. I called again and requested that they please send me an itemized bill, including the parts cost and labor costs. This time I received an email with the costs as I stated above, but again no separation of parts and labor costs. I called again and asked to get the full b breakdown, but still have not heard back from them. The technicians behavior, the exorbitant charge, the failure to promptly send a receipt, and then once a receipt was received, the additional phone calls to get an itemized receipt, and also to request a breakdown parts vs. labor all makes this feel like a RIP OFF SCAM. If the exorbitantly high cost was the result of some sort of emergency labor fee or something like that I would understand that, BUT BECAUSE OF THE LACK OF TRANSPARANCY, I am left with the impression that this is a serious rip off, and deception in business practice. The behavior of the technician also made the service call feel deceptive, because of the focus on promoting the annual service plan. PICK ANOTHER HVAC SEFVICE COMPANY, there are plenty of options out there."

Dan L on July 2022

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Hard water doesn’t pose a risk to your physical health when you drink it. In fact, drinking hard water can help ensure you get enough of essential minerals like calcium in your daily diet. However, extremely hard water can contribute to dry skin and make your scalp itchy if you wash your hair in it too often.

Yes, it’s fine to drink softened water. However, if you follow a low-sodium diet or have high blood pressure or sodium-related health concerns, make sure to speak with your doctor beforehand. If they advise against drinking water that’s been softened with sodium, you might be able to use potassium in your water softener instead.

There are several things that can shorten the life of a water softener. Homes with very hard water may have to replace the unit sooner because the water softener works harder to filter out the hard minerals. High water usage and infrequent maintenance can also put more strain on a water softener.

The best way to fix hard water in a shower is by installing a water softener system. This is the only way to truly ensure that hard water doesn't enter your shower—or any part of your home beyond the water softener. Most other methods are temporary fixes. While you can choose a shower filter, these filters aren’t as effective and may not remove many contaminants that cause limescale and hard water stains.

Hard water doesn’t hurt, but it might feel more abrasive, especially if you have sensitive skin. It’s also about how your skin feels after bathing. You might feel as though you have a sticky film over your body because you do—it’s all that soapy residue left behind because the hard water can’t rinse it off completely.

The Von Ormy, TX homeowners’ guide to water softener services

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