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PROBLEMS WITH HARD WATER?

Fix Them With Our Water Softener Services

Perhaps you have heard the term “hard water,” but never really understood it. If you have ever experienced slimy-feeling hands after washing them, or been disgusted with the whitish film on your drinking glasses when taking them out of the dishwasher, then you know some of the consequences of hard water. The various dissolved minerals found in Wisconsin water can cause: 

  • Buildup that clogs pipes, lines, and appliances 
  • Sediment accumulation in water heaters 
  • Filmy coating on bathroom and kitchen surfaces, cookware, glassware, and other utensils 
  • Undue wear and discoloration on your laundry 
  • Adverse effects on hair and skin 

Water Softener Installation Near You In Plymouth & Sheboygan

Our Solution To Your Water Problem

A quality water softener installation from Plymouth Plumbing & Heating can improve your health, save you energy and money, and protect your home’s important components from undue wear and deterioration. Call us at 920-259-2869 to speak with a team member about your water softener needs. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a Water Softener?

A water softener is a type filtration system for your entire home that removes harmful minerals from your water supply. It is called a “water softener” because it eliminates the cause of “hard water” — minerals like calcium, iron, and magnesium. These minerals form a scale over time that builds up in pipes, water heaters, and appliances. It reduces your water pressure and dramatically decreases the lifespan of your dishwasher, coffee machine, and other water-using appliances.

Hot water causes these minerals to harden and solidify even more, which is bad news for your hot water heater. The scale attaches to the heating elements. As the deposits crack and expand, it makes popping noises, like popping corn. If you hear these sounds from your hot water heater, hard water has already greatly decreased its efficiency. Various water softener types all follow the same basic process for turning hard water into soft water. The process is called ion exchange, in which the “hard” negative ions of calcium and magnesium are collected by passing the water through polystyrene beads that are positively charged with sodium.

What is Involved in a Water Softener Installation?

A plumber from Plymouth Plumbing & Heating can perform a water softener installation in a matter of hours. It will need to be installed as close as possible to where your main water line enters the home. This ensures that all your appliances, piping, and especially your water heater is protected from hard water minerals. It should be installed in a dry, level location close to an electrical outlet. The plumber will also need to install a drain line for the water softener.

Regardless of the water softener types available, the main components of a water softener installation are the mineral tank, the control valve, and the brine tank.

The Mineral Tank
This component is the main part of the water softener system, where the actual “water softening” process takes place. It contains resin beads that separate calcium and magnesium ions from your water.

The Control Valve
This valve measures the amount of water passing through the mineral tank and into your home. At a predetermined point, before the resin beads in the mineral tank become depleted, the valve initiates a regeneration cycle to “recharge” the beads.

The Brine Tank
This tank holds a concentrated solution (usually salt or potassium) that restores the resin beads’ positive charge. It is this charge that attracts the calcium and magnesium ions, causing them to “stick” to the beads and leave your water soft and pure.

Your plumber from Plymouth Plumbing & Heating will place and prepare all these components and any necessary water or drain lines during your water softener installation. He will also demonstrate how the system works, along with the routine maintenance that is required to maintain the system in optimal operating condition.

What Does a Water Softener Installation Cost?

There are various water softener types available, and each system will include different features and options. We carry Hellenbrand water softeners, which we believe are the best options available. Your water softener installation cost can range anywhere from $500-$4000, depending on the type, quality, and installation needs.

Salt or potassium-based water softeners can also have recurring costs for maintaining the system. One of our team members can explain these factors, as you calculate the total costs for installing and maintaining a particular system.

Call Plymouth Plumbing & Heating today or send us a message online to ask about water softener installation and the best water softener types available for your home!

Why Does Water Need to be Softened?

Ever heard of the term “hard water”? Most people have but don’t quite know what it means. Hard water is when there is a high concentration of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron, bicarbonates, and sulfates in your water. These contaminants shorten the lifespan of your plumbing by clogging your pipes and complicating the solubility of your detergent and soap. This is also the culprit behind the buildup on your glass and silverware.

A water softener removes these minerals, increasing your plumbing durability. Soft water even helps create softer skin and shinier hair. Plymouth Plumbing and Heating carries Hellenbrand water softeners, which we believe to be the best option on the market. Call a member of our team today to get yours!

What are the Benefits of a Water Softener?

Longer Appliance Lifespan
Calcium and magnesium contaminants can easily ruin expensive faucets and pipes. Water softeners are an excellent investment to avoid this buildup and increase your water-based appliance’s life span. In addition to your faucets and laundry machines, it improves your solar heating system, air conditioning units, and other water-based applications.

Decreases Dry Skin and Dull Hair
The large composite of magnesium and calcium in hard water makes it difficult to lather the soap. This typically leaves you with a film of soap on your skin every time you shower or wash your hands. Water softener makes the water easier to lather, thus resulting in softer skin and shinier hair.

Cleaner Clothes
Hard water may also leave mineral stains on your laundry due to the soap being difficult to lather. By stripping away those contaminants, water softeners improve the quality and cleanliness of your garments.

How Do Water Softeners Work?

Water softeners operate through a process called ion exchange. The softener holds the contaminants in a conditioning tank, eliminating calcium and magnesium. These minerals are exchanged for other ions such as sodium and potassium, creating soft water. This process is also called water treatment — any process that improves the quality of water for a specific use.

What are the Health Effects of a Home Water Softener?

A water softener that uses salt (sodium chloride) will increase your salt intake if you drink the water. If a family member in your home has high blood pressure, make sure to consult with a doctor before drinking softened water. As an alternative, you can use water softeners that exchange potassium chloride instead of salt.

Or you can invest in salt-free softeners that use a process called Template Assisted Crystallization (TAC). This process converts the hard minerals into a hard crystal that won’t stick to any surface in your home. As a note, the calcium, iron, and magnesium minerals removed from hard water are not harmful to the body — only to appliances. Removal of these minerals removes them from the diet, which also may be a health disadvantage.

How Long Does a Water Softener Last?

A good water softener can last from 10-20 years. Give Plymouth Plumbing and Heating a call today to find the best water softener for your home. We offer both water softener repair and installation.

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TESTIMONIALS

Boomer
Boomer
21:20 03 Jan 23
Had a new boiler system installed on the last week of December '22. So far, the system is noticeably more efficient with having to run less with more radiant heat produced.Gary and his Apprentice worked a long day getting this system installed but not once faltered in their professionalism and knowledge of my unique heating system.I've had numerous jobs done by Plymouth Plumbing & Heating over the course of 11 years in my home. New sink, garbage disposal, faucet and of course working my my old boiler system multiple times.Prices are fair, given the state of the economy and one certainly gets their moneys worth!I highly recommend Plymouth Plumbing & Heating.
Lindsay Leider
Lindsay Leider
18:24 06 Dec 22
Plymouth Plumbing and Heating installed a water heater for us. The work was completed in an efficient, professional manner and the area was left neat and clean. The owner, Zack, is really involved and easy to work with. We will definitely use them again in the future if the need arises.
Otto Grunow
Otto Grunow
21:14 07 Nov 22
I've worked with the Plymouth plumbing and heating many times over the last decade. They are always prompt, efficient, and friendly. Always giving me great advice.
kimberly burrows
kimberly burrows
02:50 16 Jun 22
Plymouth Plumbing & Heating are absolutely amazing! Our sub pump went out & had flooding. They showed up promptly to help. Zack was very friendly, knowledgeable and gave us a solution so that we would not run into this problem again. His technicians are efficient & very friendly as well. I will never go to anyone else again! Thank you PP&H!
Benjamin Payne
Benjamin Payne
18:53 04 May 22
These guys are a dream. I wish all contractors worked like them. They've done a few well pump projects for us and most recently ran the connection from a new deep well to our water pump, which required coordination with a well driller and concrete subcontractors.They bent over backwards to coordinate with the others on the project to make sure costs didn't blow up and the project was done as quickly as possible. They were awesome about reaching to tell me where things stood with the project before I'd even call for an update. They know their craft and do an excellent job explaining the problem, the possible solutions, and answering questions from people like me who don't generally know anything about plumbing.Huge thanks to Zack (owner) and Gary for always exceeding our expectations. Don't bother calling anyone else - these are the guys you want.
Robert Kuster
Robert Kuster
16:57 08 Apr 22
We recently had PPH do a major update in our home (water heater, water softener, iron filter, reverse osmosis, new hose bib & installed a toilet). Zack was very knowledgeable and was able to address our very hard iron rich well water. After updating 30 year old mechanicals, our water is iron free and drinkable. I cannot recommend these folks enough. They are prompt, professional and stand behind their work. Look no further, this is your next plumber.
Chris Gillson
Chris Gillson
22:51 13 Mar 22
We called because our drains were backed up and we were not able to use water in the house at all or we had water coming up from the main drain. They showed up quickly and had it all done and taken care of in under an hour! The owner is also a super helpful guy and he came out and got our water heater working for us early in the morning when no one else was available!
Pamela Johnson
Pamela Johnson
21:22 06 Dec 21
I have nothing but great things to say about this business. They have now been at my home a total of three times and all three times they have been professional, on time, and the job was done right!!! No need to look elsewhere!!!
JoAnn Basky
JoAnn Basky
23:20 30 Jul 21
I rarely write a service review but feel compelled. Friday afternoon around 1 I called because my water heater was out. By 4:30 Logan had found and retrieved the last water heater in stock in the area ( after much searching ) AND installed it! Friendly, efficient, professional, and SO HELPFUL! Thank you.