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Quality Water LLC
4.8(
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Franconia, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quality water finished y install in less than 24 hr from the time I reached them. Team is really professional and explained the entire process. I would recommend them if you want to go with water softener."
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Response time6 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DB's Plumbing & Drain
4.8(
194
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Franconia, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent communication via text and email so you know exactly when your service technician will arrive. Tommy and Duncan were very polite and professional. They looked over the main water shutoff valve that I wanted to replace and then explained what they were going to do and how much it would cost. Completed the work promptly and cleaned up the work site before leaving. I would highly recommend DB's Plumbing and Drain!!"
Sewer replacement Inside and out
Team at our new locations ribbon cutting
Expansion tank with new venting
New pipe continued
Whole house re pipe

+212

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RightNOW Plumbing
4.6(
1,057
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Franconia, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Installed new water heater same day as promised. Very professional and spent the time explaining how to manage and care for my water heater. Would higher recomend them."
Water Heater
Tankless
Tankless
Tankless
Tankless

+24

Response time5 hrs
239 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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SwiftPro Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
4.6(
96
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or ServiceWell Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Franconia, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SwiftPro was excellent. When our hot water heater went out (at nearly 20 years old, we were neither upset nor surprised!) we reached out to a few places but SwiftPro was the most responsive and had the price was fair. Zabi, the service technician was fantastic. I can’t say enough good things about him. He was prompt, provided excellent communication, took meticulous care with the work and work space, and was just a great person to talk to. The install went great and there was no aggressive sales tactics or upselling. Just a genuine cut and dry hot water heater removal and install experience. I highly recommend SwiftPro. Thanks Zabi!"
Air Conditioner Trane Unit Install
Duct Cleaning
Tri County Feeds Customized ducts and HVAC complete systems
Trane HVAC Heating & A/C Install
Trane Install Heating & AC Project. Dual-Fuel & Solar-Compatible Systems

+62

117 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by39%of homeowners
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HydraLux Systems LLC
5.0(
6
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Franconia, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

HydraLux is a small, family-owned business with 15 years of experience, carrying on his father’s 30 year legacy and expertise providing premium water treatment across the DMV. We’re proud to offer FREE water testing, competitive pricing, service on existing systems, and personalized solutions tailored to your home or business. With a commitment to unmatched customer care and clean water for every family, we treat your home like our own. Let us help today!

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Smooth Plumbing
4.5(
12
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Franconia, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Smooth Plumbing is dedicated to providing the best plumbing services in Stafford and Northern Virginia. As a local plumbing company, we are proud to offer reliable and high-quality solutions to meet the needs of every client. Our plumbers are skilled, certified, and equipped with the latest tools to provide prompt and efficient services, making your daily life as "Smooth" as possible. We offer services such as water heater repair and replacement, leak detection, drain cleaning and repair, gas line services and more. Contact us today for professional service and peace of mind with every plumbing need. Let us show you the advantage of working with a local business. We can fix any plumbing issue - without a doubt!

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Response time30 mins
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

You can install a water softener system by turning off the water supply, draining the water, and then connecting your device to the waterline. Next, you’ll fill your tank with the recommended amount of salt or brine (whichever your unit calls for; be sure to read the instructions). Turn the water supply on and check for leaks. You can opt to let your water run for a few minutes, then test it using strips. 

The process of inspecting your water softener system is similar.

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. 

It depends on the type of surface. For instance, if you’re trying to get rid of hard water deposits on glass, you can spray vinegar onto the surface and wipe it off with a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge. However, if the deposits are on granite or natural stone, it’s better to use baking soda and water rather than vinegar or other acidic cleaners.

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.

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.

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