When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"The plumber did a great job and came out within the hour. He gave me a quote after looking at the job and then when right to work."
Ernie P on January 2025
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"The plumber did a great job and came out within the hour. He gave me a quote after looking at the job and then when right to work."
Ernie P on January 2025
Specializing in all phases of residential heating, plumbing, and cooling services and repairs. We serve the Twin Cities Metro area residentially and we also do commercial business under the name Priority Air Mechanical. 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 a free estimate today!
"Charged $1,000 for less than an hour of work with no material. I will NOT hire again."
Tim K on October 2024
Specializing in all phases of residential heating, plumbing, and cooling services and repairs. We serve the Twin Cities Metro area residentially and we also do commercial business under the name Priority Air Mechanical. 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 a free estimate today!
"Charged $1,000 for less than an hour of work with no material. I will NOT hire again."
Tim K on October 2024
With experience in water conditioning since 1972, we have the experience, products and services to meet your needs. We are professionals who are dedicated to assisting you by offering high quality products and reliable service. From water softeners and filtration systems to water treatment and salt services, we can help. Call us today!
With experience in water conditioning since 1972, we have the experience, products and services to meet your needs. We are professionals who are dedicated to assisting you by offering high quality products and reliable service. From water softeners and filtration systems to water treatment and salt services, we can help. Call us today!
We take great pride in our experience, expertise. quality, and customer service are extremely important that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. 24 hours
"Everything was perfect & very good work. Very prompt response to call & scheduling the service."
Barbara J S on April 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise. quality, and customer service are extremely important that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. 24 hours
"Everything was perfect & very good work. Very prompt response to call & scheduling the service."
Barbara J S on April 2024
Pope Plumbing is locally owned family business committed to providing affordable and reliable plumbing services to the home and business owner.
Pope Plumbing is locally owned family business committed to providing affordable and reliable plumbing services to the home and business owner.
Here at R & D Plumbing, we are working for you! We are a Father and Son, Full Service, Minnesota Plumbing Company, Owned and Operated since 2005. We are Bonded, Licensed, and Insured. Working out of Savage, Minnesota, and Servicing the Metro Area.
"We called multiple “A” rated contractors who had really excessive installation costs (excluding haul away of the old unit) or would only install their brand of softener. Rob from R & D Plumbing was easily reachable and offered a flat reasonable rate with haul away included. The installation went smooth, no issues at all. Would use R & D again for future plumbing needs, no doubt."
George C on February 2018
Here at R & D Plumbing, we are working for you! We are a Father and Son, Full Service, Minnesota Plumbing Company, Owned and Operated since 2005. We are Bonded, Licensed, and Insured. Working out of Savage, Minnesota, and Servicing the Metro Area.
"We called multiple “A” rated contractors who had really excessive installation costs (excluding haul away of the old unit) or would only install their brand of softener. Rob from R & D Plumbing was easily reachable and offered a flat reasonable rate with haul away included. The installation went smooth, no issues at all. Would use R & D again for future plumbing needs, no doubt."
George C on February 2018
D & K Water Sve has been the leading example in water purification and treatments in the Saint Cloud, MN. We are devoted to excellence in our field of work, and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today to discover why we're the area's best! We look forward to working with you doing reverse osmosis, installing water distillation system, filtering, water softening, or more.
D & K Water Sve has been the leading example in water purification and treatments in the Saint Cloud, MN. We are devoted to excellence in our field of work, and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today to discover why we're the area's best! We look forward to working with you doing reverse osmosis, installing water distillation system, filtering, water softening, or more.
Standard Water Conditioning has been the leading example in water purification and treatments in the Maple Grove, MN and surrounding areas for the past 25 years. We are devoted to excellence in our field of work, and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today to discover why we're the area's best! We are a local business and our highly skilled and professional team are here to offer you a comprehensive treatment service.
Standard Water Conditioning has been the leading example in water purification and treatments in the Maple Grove, MN and surrounding areas for the past 25 years. We are devoted to excellence in our field of work, and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today to discover why we're the area's best! We are a local business and our highly skilled and professional team are here to offer you a comprehensive treatment service.
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.