A&M is owned & operated by Mark.
A&M is owned & operated by Mark.
McGowan Water Conditioning has been So. Minnesota’s water treatment and water quality solution expert since 1955. McGowan sells, installs and services both residential and commercial soft water treatment equipment. Our knowledgeable staff offers the best variety of water treatment products and soft water services available for your home or business. Our services and products include: air purification, water softeners, water softener repair, water filtration systems, reverse osmosis water systems and softener salt delivery service. Water quality varies drastically in the Southern Minnesota area - McGowan Water offers a free professional water quality test before suggesting any water conditioning system. We fix common water issues such as: scale, bad smells and stains. Brands we service include: Culligan, Ecowater, GE, Fleet Farm, Erie, Morton, Sears, Taplin, Whirlpool, and Worthington.
"great service before and after the sale, highly recommend"
Matt B on April 2020
McGowan Water Conditioning has been So. Minnesota’s water treatment and water quality solution expert since 1955. McGowan sells, installs and services both residential and commercial soft water treatment equipment. Our knowledgeable staff offers the best variety of water treatment products and soft water services available for your home or business. Our services and products include: air purification, water softeners, water softener repair, water filtration systems, reverse osmosis water systems and softener salt delivery service. Water quality varies drastically in the Southern Minnesota area - McGowan Water offers a free professional water quality test before suggesting any water conditioning system. We fix common water issues such as: scale, bad smells and stains. Brands we service include: Culligan, Ecowater, GE, Fleet Farm, Erie, Morton, Sears, Taplin, Whirlpool, and Worthington.
"great service before and after the sale, highly recommend"
Matt B on April 2020
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 contact name - Shawn B Wenner. Additional DBA - Mr Rooter Corp.
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 contact name - Shawn B Wenner. Additional DBA - Mr Rooter Corp.
Full service plumbing company providing plumbing services from service and repair, to new home installation of plumbing systems, bathroom layout and design. We work with local wholesale companies to provide quality plumbing fixtures and products for your home.
"Tim is very unprofessional with a bad attitude. Stay Away. He tells you one price than way overcharges."
Connie S on April 2021
Full service plumbing company providing plumbing services from service and repair, to new home installation of plumbing systems, bathroom layout and design. We work with local wholesale companies to provide quality plumbing fixtures and products for your home.
"Tim is very unprofessional with a bad attitude. Stay Away. He tells you one price than way overcharges."
Connie S on April 2021
Specializes in sewers and drains Very reasonably priced and thorough Has 8+ years experience with plumbing, sewers, and drains. We are owner operated and have been in the New Ulm area since 2015.
Specializes in sewers and drains Very reasonably priced and thorough Has 8+ years experience with plumbing, sewers, and drains. We are owner operated and have been in the New Ulm area since 2015.
Additional email - spearplumbing@hickorytech.net. Locally owned and operated.
Additional email - spearplumbing@hickorytech.net. Locally owned and operated.
ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.
"never contacted me"
Bruce H on April 2019
ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.
"never contacted me"
Bruce H on April 2019
Skogen Mechanical offers a wide range of services: Preventative Maintenance, Minnesota High Pressure Steam, HVAC, Service and sheet metal work.
Skogen Mechanical offers a wide range of services: Preventative Maintenance, Minnesota High Pressure Steam, HVAC, Service and sheet metal work.
We specialize in providing quality services to our customers. We offer complete water filtration systems to residential and commercial customers. Our products are cost effective reliable.
We specialize in providing quality services to our customers. We offer complete water filtration systems to residential and commercial customers. Our products are cost effective reliable.
Welcome to Connors Plumbing & Heating, Inc! As your local Lennox dealer, we’re proud to offer the finest heating, cooling and indoor air quality products, along with a full complement of plumbing, drain cleaning, new construction and remodeling services. All with prompt and professional customer service. Regardless of the season or the temperature outside, we can make your home feel perfectly comfortable inside. Established in 1949 by Robert Connors, we're now in our second generation as a family-owned and operated business. Today, and under the leadership of company president, Peggy Hildebrandt, you can rely on us for all your plumbing, heating and cooling needs. We are a full service contractor specializing in residential and light commercial service, new construction, replacement, design and consultation. We have served the area offering quality Lennox Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning equipment since we became a dealer in 1956. We service all makes of heating and air conditioning equipment, along with residential and light commercial plumbing systems. Our technicians are available for 24-hour emergency service. Call us today. Also serving Mankato, North Mankato, Fairbault, Madison Lake, St. Clair, & Medford.
"This company charged over $2000 for labor to diagnose and install an air conditioner compressor that was UNDER WARRANTY! Again, the labor was over $2000 and no parts!!! Go somewhere else because the labor charges are insane!"
Roanne J on July 2023
Welcome to Connors Plumbing & Heating, Inc! As your local Lennox dealer, we’re proud to offer the finest heating, cooling and indoor air quality products, along with a full complement of plumbing, drain cleaning, new construction and remodeling services. All with prompt and professional customer service. Regardless of the season or the temperature outside, we can make your home feel perfectly comfortable inside. Established in 1949 by Robert Connors, we're now in our second generation as a family-owned and operated business. Today, and under the leadership of company president, Peggy Hildebrandt, you can rely on us for all your plumbing, heating and cooling needs. We are a full service contractor specializing in residential and light commercial service, new construction, replacement, design and consultation. We have served the area offering quality Lennox Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning equipment since we became a dealer in 1956. We service all makes of heating and air conditioning equipment, along with residential and light commercial plumbing systems. Our technicians are available for 24-hour emergency service. Call us today. Also serving Mankato, North Mankato, Fairbault, Madison Lake, St. Clair, & Medford.
"This company charged over $2000 for labor to diagnose and install an air conditioner compressor that was UNDER WARRANTY! Again, the labor was over $2000 and no parts!!! Go somewhere else because the labor charges are insane!"
Roanne J on July 2023
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.