Timer or Metered
There are time-operated softeners and water-meter-controlled ones. Metered units regenerate based on actual use, which produces the softest water per pound of salt and wastes considerably less. Modern units use far less salt than older ones.
Getting the Setting Right
Softened water that feels slippery, as though the soap will not rinse off, is a sign of over-regeneration and over-softening. That is a setup problem, not an inherent property of soft water, and it is correctable.
What It Protects
Scale shortens the life of water heaters, dishwashers and washing machines. Softening is as much about protecting equipment as it is about how the water feels.
Signs You Should Call Us
- Scale on fixtures and shower doors
- Soap that will not lather
- Spots on glassware after washing
- Water heater failing early
- Stiff laundry and faded fabrics
Common Questions
How much salt will it use?
Far less than older units, especially a metered model sized correctly for your household.
Can you service a softener you did not install?
Yes, including repairs, resetting regeneration and replacing failed valves.