Back in the 1980's a small team of water professionals got together in Northern California with one goal in mind; to improve lives through better water. The target was not only to help families, but businesses alike! By 1993, we came to realize that there was only one manufacturer that would allow us to achieve this goal while also exceeding our customers' extraordinary expectations. This WAS, IS and ALWAYS will be Kinetico Water Systems. Today AAA Water Systems, Inc. is able to exclusively offer Kinetico; the world's best product line of non-electric water purification, filtration and softening systems. Now with over 40 years of water treatment expertise, we are a strong group of over 40 team members operating across the greater Northern California area.
"The water here in Manteca is terrible. It smells, tastes disgusting and leaves your skin dry and ashy. I research water softeners/purifiers online and with my neighbors and then contacted AAA Water Systems since they use the Kinetico water systems. I had an appointment with Damian Fernandez and he was very thorough in his explanations of the system, how it works, maintanence, future costs, just everything I needed to know to make an informed decision. And it was the best decision ! I know have purified water right at my sink from the reverse osmosis sytem and soft smell free water from all the taps. No more hard water deposits, no ashy skin and coarse hair. No more bottled water to drink or cook with. The installers were wonderful...prompt and professional. Everything spotless when they were done. They carefully explained and showed me how to use, maintain, and just in case, shut the system off. They also provide little measuring scoops for the proper amount of soap to use in the washing machine and the dishwasher."
TERRILYNN M on September 2021
Back in the 1980's a small team of water professionals got together in Northern California with one goal in mind; to improve lives through better water. The target was not only to help families, but businesses alike! By 1993, we came to realize that there was only one manufacturer that would allow us to achieve this goal while also exceeding our customers' extraordinary expectations. This WAS, IS and ALWAYS will be Kinetico Water Systems. Today AAA Water Systems, Inc. is able to exclusively offer Kinetico; the world's best product line of non-electric water purification, filtration and softening systems. Now with over 40 years of water treatment expertise, we are a strong group of over 40 team members operating across the greater Northern California area.
"The water here in Manteca is terrible. It smells, tastes disgusting and leaves your skin dry and ashy. I research water softeners/purifiers online and with my neighbors and then contacted AAA Water Systems since they use the Kinetico water systems. I had an appointment with Damian Fernandez and he was very thorough in his explanations of the system, how it works, maintanence, future costs, just everything I needed to know to make an informed decision. And it was the best decision ! I know have purified water right at my sink from the reverse osmosis sytem and soft smell free water from all the taps. No more hard water deposits, no ashy skin and coarse hair. No more bottled water to drink or cook with. The installers were wonderful...prompt and professional. Everything spotless when they were done. They carefully explained and showed me how to use, maintain, and just in case, shut the system off. They also provide little measuring scoops for the proper amount of soap to use in the washing machine and the dishwasher."
TERRILYNN M on September 2021
We offer a high-quality experience and we can tailor every job to what your home needs. We are dedicated to our service, and we believe our work will show this. Please call or click for a free estimate today! We also offer a 5% Veterans Discount
"Very knowledgeable, Terry the owner was able to answer all questions and overcome every objective and last but not least. Given me the best peace of mind with his products"
Kenneth C on September 2023
We offer a high-quality experience and we can tailor every job to what your home needs. We are dedicated to our service, and we believe our work will show this. Please call or click for a free estimate today! We also offer a 5% Veterans Discount
"Very knowledgeable, Terry the owner was able to answer all questions and overcome every objective and last but not least. Given me the best peace of mind with his products"
Kenneth C on September 2023
Lee's was founded in 1981. Lee's offers Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing services for Fresno, Madera, Sanger and Clovis to both businesses and home owners. Lee's offers residential plumbing diagnostics for $49 and that fee is waived upon approved repairs. Lee's offers residential AC & Heating diagnostics for $99 and the fee is not applied to repairs. Lee's offers FLAT rate pricing which means we do not charge by the hour, this way you know what to expect up front. Please call for commercial pricing. We look forward to earning your business.
"It was very fast and completed in one day. There were about 5 guys working at once."
SHARON A on August 2024
Lee's was founded in 1981. Lee's offers Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing services for Fresno, Madera, Sanger and Clovis to both businesses and home owners. Lee's offers residential plumbing diagnostics for $49 and that fee is waived upon approved repairs. Lee's offers residential AC & Heating diagnostics for $99 and the fee is not applied to repairs. Lee's offers FLAT rate pricing which means we do not charge by the hour, this way you know what to expect up front. Please call for commercial pricing. We look forward to earning your business.
"It was very fast and completed in one day. There were about 5 guys working at once."
SHARON A on August 2024
Family owned company, servicing the Fresno area for over 25 years! We do it all, great work for a great price! Best service in the industry!!! Our services include leak detection, clogged drains, leak repairs (water, waste, and gas) irrigation, appliance installations, garbage disposals, water heaters, kitchens and restrooms remodels, whole system repipes.
"Perfect it was fixed in no time"
DEBRA E on March 2025
Family owned company, servicing the Fresno area for over 25 years! We do it all, great work for a great price! Best service in the industry!!! Our services include leak detection, clogged drains, leak repairs (water, waste, and gas) irrigation, appliance installations, garbage disposals, water heaters, kitchens and restrooms remodels, whole system repipes.
"Perfect it was fixed in no time"
DEBRA E on March 2025
We offer complete plumbing services to residential and commercial properties. No job is to small or to big! We are reliable, show up on time and get the plumbing service done right the first time. You can trust that our team day or night to take care of any plumbing problem you may be faced with like a clogged drain, sewer problem, water heater repairs or drainage issues with our 24 hour on call service. Copper Repipe Repairs and Installations Leak Detection, Sewer Repairs, Trenchless Sewer Repairs and Installation,Slab Leaks, Plumbing Drain Cleaning, Slab Leak repairs,Tankless Water Heaters
We offer complete plumbing services to residential and commercial properties. No job is to small or to big! We are reliable, show up on time and get the plumbing service done right the first time. You can trust that our team day or night to take care of any plumbing problem you may be faced with like a clogged drain, sewer problem, water heater repairs or drainage issues with our 24 hour on call service. Copper Repipe Repairs and Installations Leak Detection, Sewer Repairs, Trenchless Sewer Repairs and Installation,Slab Leaks, Plumbing Drain Cleaning, Slab Leak repairs,Tankless Water Heaters
At Mr. Rooter® Plumbing every customer’s individual needs are important. Whether it’s a simple sink clog or a damaged sewer line, you can count on a Mr. Rooter plumber to take care of your plumbing needs – day or night – with never an overtime charge. Our professional service, quality products and honest, up-front pricing make Mr. Rooter the best value in plumbing services nationwide. Mr. Rooter is ready for all emergency plumbing issues, from clogged drains and sewage backups to frozen pipes and leaking water heaters. You can count on an expert diagnosis from Mr. Rooter with our camera inspection tools. Then we’ll fix it right the first time, whether it takes HydroScrub® drain cleaning or trenchless pipe repair, with courteous smiles on our faces. There's a reason they call us Mr.® Call your local Mr. Rooter today. Additional DBA - Mr Rooter Corp. Additional contact name - Norma L Torres.
At Mr. Rooter® Plumbing every customer’s individual needs are important. Whether it’s a simple sink clog or a damaged sewer line, you can count on a Mr. Rooter plumber to take care of your plumbing needs – day or night – with never an overtime charge. Our professional service, quality products and honest, up-front pricing make Mr. Rooter the best value in plumbing services nationwide. Mr. Rooter is ready for all emergency plumbing issues, from clogged drains and sewage backups to frozen pipes and leaking water heaters. You can count on an expert diagnosis from Mr. Rooter with our camera inspection tools. Then we’ll fix it right the first time, whether it takes HydroScrub® drain cleaning or trenchless pipe repair, with courteous smiles on our faces. There's a reason they call us Mr.® Call your local Mr. Rooter today. Additional DBA - Mr Rooter Corp. Additional contact name - Norma L Torres.
Visalia Plumbing has been serving the greater Visalia area since 1985. If you're searching for a Plumber in Tulare, Porterville, Hanford, Lemoore or one of the nearby communities in Tulare and Kings counties, congratulations as You found us and we can be to your home or business shortly. Clients choose us because we do what we say and say what we do. Our reliable and professional plumbers are here to help you find cost-effective solutions to all your plumbing needs. Let us put our decades of plumbing experience to work for you. If you would like to set up an estimate, please contact us today. Additional DBA - Visalia Plumbing Inc. Contact name - Mike Carpenter. Check out our website for special offers. http://www.visaliaplumbinginc.com/
"Dear Angie, your Service called or someone called SEEN Plumbing for me but I wasn’t ready to call anyone & he called me to make an appointment so I did make an appointment with that Company. Yesterday he was supposed to come to my house from 9:00A.M.-11:00A.M. He never called or came, so I called him & he said that he forgot, he was busy doing other work. So I canceled. Thanks ? anyway Angie. God Bless!"
Martha G on October 2019
Visalia Plumbing has been serving the greater Visalia area since 1985. If you're searching for a Plumber in Tulare, Porterville, Hanford, Lemoore or one of the nearby communities in Tulare and Kings counties, congratulations as You found us and we can be to your home or business shortly. Clients choose us because we do what we say and say what we do. Our reliable and professional plumbers are here to help you find cost-effective solutions to all your plumbing needs. Let us put our decades of plumbing experience to work for you. If you would like to set up an estimate, please contact us today. Additional DBA - Visalia Plumbing Inc. Contact name - Mike Carpenter. Check out our website for special offers. http://www.visaliaplumbinginc.com/
"Dear Angie, your Service called or someone called SEEN Plumbing for me but I wasn’t ready to call anyone & he called me to make an appointment so I did make an appointment with that Company. Yesterday he was supposed to come to my house from 9:00A.M.-11:00A.M. He never called or came, so I called him & he said that he forgot, he was busy doing other work. So I canceled. Thanks ? anyway Angie. God Bless!"
Martha G on October 2019
We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"So glad I picked this company! Front desk was very cheerful and happy to help. The technician was on time, professional and trustworthy. The equipment is reliable and dependable. Excellent experience!"
manuel l on October 2021
We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"So glad I picked this company! Front desk was very cheerful and happy to help. The technician was on time, professional and trustworthy. The equipment is reliable and dependable. Excellent experience!"
manuel l on October 2021
We are a family ran plumbing business. We accept checks and cash.
"We needed a cracked pipe replaced, which turned out to be a complex job. Travis of Goode Plumbing returned our call the same day, gave us an estimate quickly, and did the work promptly. No problems since then. Easy to work with, skilled, and trustworthy. It's kind of rare to find a contractor with this kind of work ethic and reliability."
Elise B on March 2020
We are a family ran plumbing business. We accept checks and cash.
"We needed a cracked pipe replaced, which turned out to be a complex job. Travis of Goode Plumbing returned our call the same day, gave us an estimate quickly, and did the work promptly. No problems since then. Easy to work with, skilled, and trustworthy. It's kind of rare to find a contractor with this kind of work ethic and reliability."
Elise B on March 2020
For real-time reviews from today's customers, please visit our website at: www.pacificplumbing.biz. Powered by BirdEye, we request reviews from over 1,000 customers a year and they review us on the spot so you know exactly what to expect from our plumbing techs. See photos of the jobs as well! We service the Fresno, Clovis, Madera, Sanger, Visalia, Tulare, Porterville, and Kingsburg areas and are expanding rapidly to new areas. We also partner with the following warranty companies: Fidelity National Home Warranty and First American Home Protection. Ask for us by name and receive the same professional service you have come to expect from Pacific Plumbing Co. the five-time Angie's List Super Service Award Winners! We appreciate your business. Thank you and have a wonderful day.
"This is the third time we've used Pacific Plumbing and they get an A+. We called them and an hour later, four men were here. They had to flush out the entire water line from the street to the house. It took about 2.5 hours and then the toilets worked and the water had drained from the showers. They used the latest equipment, including a camera they sent into the line to be sure it was all clear. I can't recommend them strongly enough. The cost was completely reasonable."
Linda F on July 2018
For real-time reviews from today's customers, please visit our website at: www.pacificplumbing.biz. Powered by BirdEye, we request reviews from over 1,000 customers a year and they review us on the spot so you know exactly what to expect from our plumbing techs. See photos of the jobs as well! We service the Fresno, Clovis, Madera, Sanger, Visalia, Tulare, Porterville, and Kingsburg areas and are expanding rapidly to new areas. We also partner with the following warranty companies: Fidelity National Home Warranty and First American Home Protection. Ask for us by name and receive the same professional service you have come to expect from Pacific Plumbing Co. the five-time Angie's List Super Service Award Winners! We appreciate your business. Thank you and have a wonderful day.
"This is the third time we've used Pacific Plumbing and they get an A+. We called them and an hour later, four men were here. They had to flush out the entire water line from the street to the house. It took about 2.5 hours and then the toilets worked and the water had drained from the showers. They used the latest equipment, including a camera they sent into the line to be sure it was all clear. I can't recommend them strongly enough. The cost was completely reasonable."
Linda F on July 2018
Water softeners consist of three main components: a mineral tank, a brine tank, and a control valve. In some smaller units, the mineral tank and brine tank are combined into one cabinet.
Professionals install whole-home systems at the point of entry of the main water line. Smaller units are installed under sinks or near a washer—these units only soften the water for that fixture, not the entire home.
Mineral Tank: Hard water passes into the mineral tank through resin beads, and an ion exchange occurs. Magnesium and calcium ions are exchanged for sodium or potassium ions from the brine tank.
Brine Tank: The brine tank contains sodium or potassium to recharge the resin.
Control Valve: The control valve determines when to clean the resin beads.
Choosing between a salt-based or potassium-based water softener depends on your priorities. Salt-based systems effectively remove hard-water minerals, regenerate efficiently, and are cost-effective. However, they may not be ideal for individuals on low-sodium diets. Potassium-based systems neutralize minerals without removing them and regenerate more frequently. They are more expensive but offer a healthier and more environmentally friendly option. If sodium levels are a concern and cost isn't a major factor, a potassium system may be the better choice.
To calculate your water softener's capacity, determine your grains per gallon (GPG) number by:
Multiplying the number of people in your home by 90. The average number of gallons used per person for washing, drinking, and cooking ranges from 80 to 100 gallons per day.
Multiplying that result by the hardness of your water. The average grains per gallon in the United States is 10 but can range from 0 to 17. You can find your GPG number by purchasing an at-home water testing kit.
Installing a water softener takes between two to four hours on average. The exact duration depends on the complexity of the unit and whether additional plumbing or electrical work is required. If modifications to existing pipes are necessary, installation may take longer. Preparing the installation area by clearing any obstructions can help streamline the process.
Water softeners can last up to 25 years with proper maintenance and care. The lifespan depends on the type and quality of the unit you choose. Single-tank electric water softeners may last around 12 years, while higher-quality models tend to last longer. Regular maintenance, such as routine inspections and timely replacement of salts or potassium, helps extend the life of your system. Most water softeners require minimal repairs over their lifespan.