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Avatar for Purfect Water Solutions, Inc.
Purfect Water Solutions, Inc.
4.8(
486
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or Replace

Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job on installing the water softener and purification system. At the same time they were installing the system I also had an electrician working pn finding why one of my breakers kept tripping. The electrician spent 2 1/2 hours and couldnâ t fix the problem. The electrician wanted to charge me another $500 to find the problem. I said no. The problem was that the water softener was also connected to the same breaker. Once the electrician left the Orbit workers offered to look for the reason the breaker was tripping. The didnâ t want to leave with the softener not plugged. In and not working. The 2 Orbit employees cheerfully started looking for the GFI responsible for breaker that kept tripping. THEY found the problem in 10 minutes and fixed the problem. They fixed a problem in 10 minutes that a 41 year electrician couldnâ t fix . The water softener was turned on, my breaker wasnâ t tripping and I was super happy. Oh yeah, my water is soft and taste great. You canâ t make up stories like this. Super happy with Orbit. Highly recommend Orbit. They were on time and did everything they promised and more."
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+1

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
1130 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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 Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I came home from work to find our 40-gallon water heater was not working (it was working that morning). The pilot was out and I could not get it re-lit (I do know how to light a pilot) After checking a number of companies on Angie's List, I contacted DB's Plumbing and Drain. Although it was almost 6pm, a very nice person answered the phone and I explained my dilemma. I was told they could send someone that night but would have to charge an after-hours rate. I was reasonably certain what was wrong would not be a simple fix like re-lighting a pilot so scheduled a visit for the following morning between 10 am and 12 noon. Michael D arrived shortly after 10 am. He was very courteous, polite and professional. Before entering my home, he donned a pair of shoe covers which was kept on as long as he was in the house. He diagnosed the problem as being a failed main burner system. As the water heater was 14-years-old, I weighed the cost of replacing just the main burner system on such an old unit against replacing the unit itself. I opted for the water heater replacement. Michael setup the old unit to drain while he went to retrieve the new one from their warehouse which took him about 45 minutes. Upon his return, he removed the old unit and cleaned up the area. He then cut back the existing copper lines to eliminate the numerous soldered couplings from the previous homeowner's repairs. He installed new copper pipes including a new quarter turn shut-off valve. A catch pan was placed and the water heater setup in it. Up reconnecting the gas line, he installed a sediment trap or drip leg (it did not have one previously) which catches sediment sometimes present in natural gas. After bringing the system online, Michael checked the gas line connections for leaks using a detection monitor. The installation was clean and neat and it is obvious Michael is conscientious about his work. Always interested in how things in my home work, Michael was very gracious in answering my questions regarding the installation. I am very happy with the install.and would like to thank Michael for his professionalism and the education."
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%
2 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 Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Andy from right now plum is a great guy hea was professional with great knowledge about the systems he offers. He came in had my old water heater out new one moved to a new location and makes hot water with in and hr. Liked him so much I bought a water softing system from him as well. Highly recommended! They earn thier stars."
Water Heater
Tankless
Tankless
Tankless
Tankless

+24

Response time5 hrs
149 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Beacon Home Services, Inc.
Beacon Home Services, Inc.
4.6(
2,091
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Well Pump - Repair or Service

Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic company. We had a water heater installed. The installer was fantastic. He was on time, professional and extremely knowledgeable. We will use them again. If I could give them 10 stars I would.."
Beacon Home Services - Electric, Plumbing, Drains
New water heater replacement
Our Team
Electrician - Installing 2 new electrical panels
Beacon Home Services - Electrician

+31

Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
534 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Appleton Campbell
4.6(
339
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Water Treatment & Purification System - Install or ReplaceWater Treatment & Purification System - Repair or Service

Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"One faucet required locating the inside water line leading to the faucet, and then cutting through paneling and sheetrock to remove and replace the faucet. The work was somewhat messy but they cleaned it up well, replaced the insulation & covered the exposed area with a removeable access panel.
The other faucet was easier to replace and included correcting sloppy work that had been done when the previous faucet had been installed.
The two workers were polite , neat and careful not to track water and mud into the house or basement
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Water Softeners FAQs, answered by experts

Experts recommend that you put two to four bags of potassium chloride in your water softener every month. This amount depends on how much is in the bag (40 pounds is most common) and what your water softener manufacturer recommends. For more specific advice, talk to a water softener pro in your area and read the manual that came with your system.

A single shower consumes an average of over 17 gallons, while brushing your teeth with the water running uses up to four unnecessary gallons. Watering the lawn spreads hundreds of gallons of water across the yard each time. Limiting water usage in these areas can significantly cut down your water bill.

No. You should never directly drain a water softener into a sewer cleanout. This practice is illegal in many areas because it could allow raw sewage to get into your drinking water and make you seriously ill. Many places have codes requiring a specific seal, pipe, and a large air gap between a water softener and a sewage cleanout. Check out Florida's Plumbing Building Code as an example of what these restrictions might look like.

The most effective way to fix hard water in your shower is by installing a whole-home water softening system. This system treats water as it enters your home, removing the minerals that cause hardness before they can reach your shower or any other fixtures. While this is the most comprehensive solution, other methods are often temporary fixes. For a more affordable and shower-specific option, you can install a water-softening showerhead or a shower filter. However, these filters are generally less effective and may not remove all the contaminants that lead to limescale and hard water stains. By implementing a water softening solution, you can expect a reduction in mineral deposits and enjoy the benefits of cleaner-feeling hair and skin.

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.

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