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Leaf Home Water Solutions
4.2(
201
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Afton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The sales rep took several water testsâ ¦ The sales rep took several water tests and showed me the results. She told me that I needed more than just a water softener. I also needed a system to address the rust and iron in my well water. I did not want to spend a fortune but the sales lady was pretty convincing. The price was good and the workmanship was excellent. My water is clean again ! Now I can tackle the original problem. My toilet has bad rust stains. I will either get it clean, or replace it. I could not do this until the water was fixed."
Leaf Home Water Solutions
Leaf Home Water Solutions
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+44

167 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Fitch Services, Inc.
4.0(
103
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Afton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They stood behind their work until the problem with an outside to inside water connection was completed. We saved some money by digging our own hole so they could do their job. Very accommodating. I feel they were honest with us the whole time."
Response time11 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Fluvanna Plumbing Services
4.8(
163
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Afton, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jimmy showed up on time and knocked the work out. He gave me some tips on how to maintain my own pipes so that I wouldn't have to call a plumber for simple stuff. I highly recommend him and would use him again."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
J.B. Moore Water Treatment & Services
4.9(
16
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Afton, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A good price was offered. Mr. Moore showed up when he said he would with advance text that he was on his way. Installation of water softener was done neatly and quickly and cost was as estimated. All seems to be initially operating well and as stated. Only time can tell if equipment is reliable so I have no comments in that area."
J.B. Moore Water Treatment & Services
J.B. Moore Water Treatment & Services
J.B. Moore Water Treatment & Services
J.B. Moore Water Treatment & Services
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Smith plumbing
4.9(
56
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Afton, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jamie did a fantastic job. Came out the day we called him to see what needed to be done.  The next day he and his associate had the new hot water tank in quickly and efficiently. Spent time showing us how the new hot water tank worked and answered all of our questions. Would definitely recommend Smith Plumbing!
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Evergreen Electric LLC
4.9(
36
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Afton, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used Evergreen Electric  for several years for all of our electrical projects and Thad and his team have always ensured that the job is completed to our satisfaction.  We would highly recommend them to friends and neighbors."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Piping Hot Plumbing
5.0(
13
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Afton, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

"For years, I’ve had a variable odor in my basement that several licensed plumbers failed to diagnose correctly or at all. Their assessments ranged from "can't smell it" to "possible sewer gas." One plumber taped the open areas of the floor drain housing the hoses the water softener & Rinnai, while others recommended pouring vinegar & water down it. Another dismissed the musty smell from my tankless water heater's exterior intake/exhaust duct as “simple moisture.” Thankfully, Cody Carroll of Piping Hot Plumbing came for a separate job. The moment he walked past my tankless water heater, he immediately recognized the odor: a dangerous propane leak. He instantly shut down the system, explaining the serious safety hazard. He literally saved my life & home from a potential explosion. Cody's professionalism & honest, quick action were remarkable. He even went above and beyond, driving to Richmond on a Saturday morning to get a replacement that afternoon. He took care of everything!"
Tankless
Boiler replacement
Before
Main Valve
Cast iron hub

+4

Response time10 mins
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Water Softeners FAQs, answered by experts

It’s not a good idea to oversize your water softener. Doing so will mean the tank doesn’t get full, which can lead to channeling. This leads to a large portion of the resin beads not being utilized and the beads at the bottom of the tank being overused. Over time, this will reduce the efficiency of your system, not to mention that the upfront cost of an oversized softener is unnecessarily high. If you have a timed regeneration cycle rather than a demand-based one, you’ll also spend far more on replacing salt than you need to.

The most accurate way to determine whether you have hard water is to purchase a water test kit from a hardware store or send a tap water sample to a lab. But there are some signs you can look out for without professional testing. For instance, if you're consistently dealing with mineral stains on your glassware, windows, and shower doors, you're likely to have hard water. Hard water can also make it harder to lather and rinse soap, so if you're struggling to work up a good lather in the shower, hard water might be the culprit.

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.

Softener systems extend appliance life spans, improve skin and hair health, and reduce pipe buildup by removing minerals like calcium and magnesium.

Hard water is not considered unhealthy and is safe to drink, cook with, and bathe in. It doesn't pose a risk to your physical health and can even help you get enough essential minerals like calcium in your diet. However, it can negatively affect skin and hair. Using hard water for washing can contribute to dry skin, an itchy scalp, and may worsen conditions like eczema by altering the pH balance. Additionally, some people do not like the taste of hard water.

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