Water Softener Repair & Installation in Blanco, Texas
Olde Town Plumbing
140 E Bandera Rd, Unit 5
Boerne, TX 78006
Phone: 830-446-5227
Open: Monday – Saturday 24hrs
Plumbing Company Serving Blanco, TX
Blanco Water Softener Installation & Repair
The water in Blanco County has a very high mineral particulate count which can be damaging to plumbing fixtures and pipes. It can also leave you with dry skin and hair. Blanco water softener companies, like Olde Town Plumbing, can help you overcome with this hard water. Usually, the best option for Blanco homes is the installation of a water softener.
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How does a water softener work?
Water softeners work by exchanging minerals in the water as it enters your home.
- As the water flows through the resin bead cylinder, the hard water minerals (calcium and magnesium) are attracted to the charged resin beads.
- Through a process called ion exchange, these minerals adhere to the beads and the sodium or potassium from the beads is released into the water that flows through the home.
- During a recharge cycle, water from the brine tank (where water softener salts are added) washes away the calcium and magnesium and “resets” the beads for the next usage period.
Choosing a New Water Softener for Your Blanco Home
When you’re ready to install a new water softener, you want to consider the needs of your home and pair it with the best solution for your household. Working with the pros from a water softener company is the best way to find the correct unit for your home.
The experienced Blanco plumbers can help you think through the correct unit type, size, and settings to match your water hardness level and usage needs.
Types of Water Conditioning Units
Our experts have the experience and training necessary to help you understand the pros and cons of the two common types of water conditioning units. Empowered with this information, you’ll be able to decide on the best option for your home.
Water Softeners
Salt water softeners are true water softeners. They soften the water using the ion exchange explained above to remove the hard minerals from the water. The resulting water, free from hard minerals, leaves a slick feeling on the skin. Water softeners require the addition of salts on a regular basis. As a side note: studies show softened water has a slightly elevated level of sodium—and 8oz cup has a sodium level similar to 1 slice of bread.
Water Conditioners
Salt-Free units are water conditioners. They bind the calcium and magnesium in the water. Thus, the minerals are no longer able to adhere to the plumbing lines or the fixtures. However, since these units do not remove the hard minerals, the water retains its “hard” feel. Nevertheless, it does do the job of protecting your plumbing. In addition, these conditioners do not require the maintenance of adding salts. Nor do they result in an increased sodium or potassium level in your household water.
Pros & Cons of Water Softener Types
Salt water softening units
Pros:
- Hard water minerals are completely removed from the water protecting pipes and fixtures
- Soaps and detergents lather better
- Skin may be softer
- Clothes may last longer as soap curd is not allowed to form on them
Cons:
- Requires space for both resin and brine tanks
- Requires adding heavy bags of salts regularly
- Introduces additional amounts of sodium into drinking water
- Potassium salt pellets are an expensive alternative to avoid sodium
Salt-free water conditioning units
Pros:
- Little maintenance required
- Minerals in the water are “bound” and can’t deposit on your pipes or fixtures
- Small spaced required for installation
Cons:
- Minerals are not removed from water.
- Water retains its “hard” feel (this could be a pro depending on preference)
- Still allows for soap “curd” to form on clothing and skin
Providing water softener services for Blanco, Texas
Water Softener Installation in Blanco, TX
The reliable Olde Town plumbers can help you with your water softener installation in Blanco, TX. Give us a call and allow our trained professionals to sit down with you to discuss the pros and cons of the different types of units for your family.
To begin, we listen to your goals and concerns. Then we’ll pair the best options for your unique situation.
While we’re onsite, we’ll take the time to evaluate your current plumbing system. We can assess the best location for your new water softener and determine if there are any space limitations based on its proposed location.
If you already have a water softener and it just need a tune-up, we do that too. Just give us a call to schedule your repair.
Additional Water Quality Options
In addition to water softeners, you, your family, and your home may benefit from 2 other types of water quality products: whole house water filtration and reverse osmosis.
Whole House Water Filtration Systems for Blanco Homes
If your home has a water supply with high iron or sediment content you can benefit from an inline whole house water filtration system.
Many homes in the Blanco area have water supplied by a water well. Water from these wells often have organic materials that have odors or tastes that are not appealing. In addition, it may have unseen toxins. Installing a filtration system that uses carbon filters will remove or reduce over 100 chemicals, organic compounds, and inorganic materials.
If you’re concerned about the safety of your water, or just simply don’t like the taste, a whole house water filtration system may be the solution for your Blanco home. Olde Town Plumbing installs and repairs water filtration systems.
Reverse Osmosis Systems
A Reverse Osmosis system at your kitchen sink provides your family with the best drinking water possible. Reverse Osmosis (RO) will remove even the smallest contaminants when fitted with high quality filters. If you don’t like drinking tap water, an RO is a viable option to buying bottled water.
A few of the benefits of installing a Reverse Osmosis System in your Blanco home include:
- Better tasting water
- Removes pesticides and industry toxins
- Removes traces of inorganic, organic and other contaminants
- No plastic toxins from bottled water
- Removes objectionable smells from water
- Economical way to get enough filter water for all your cooking needs
Ready to get started with clean drinking water? Give us a call. We provide you with a free estimate on a Reverse Osmosis system that’s right for you.
Comprehensive Plumbing Services
Need Additional Plumbing Services?
Allow Olde Town Plumbing to help with your other plumbing needs as well:
- Water heater installation or repair in Blanco,TX
- Pipe leak detection or repair
- slab leak detection
- water softener installation
- Disposal installation or repair
- sewer line repair
- gas line installation
- pipe leak detection
- fixture replacement
- and much more
Give us a call at 830-446-5227.
