Comments on: Water Softener vs Conditioner: The Biggest PROBLEM!

By: Chris Pederson

Chris Pederson — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 20:37:12 +0000

I like the idea of removing all the hard minerals in my water with a water softener. I am having a baby soon so I need the water to be as clean as possible for her. I wouldn’t want her to get sick from the water she is supposed to drink.

By: Luke George

Luke George — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 19:51:55 +0000

In reply to Michelle. Hi Michelle If you're concerned about softened water then you may want to consider getting a water conditioner (e.g. Aquasana) because they do not use salt/sodium or any other type of chemicals to treat hard water. Stay hydrated, Luke

By: Michelle

Michelle — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 19:12:24 +0000

Hello! We are in Central Texas and are looking at softening/conditioning our well water due to scale build up and other such problems. We have several orchard trees and are concerned that water softened with sodium will harm them. Do you have any information on which type of system (in general) is best for trees?
Thank you!

By: Luke George

Luke George — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 10:36:17 +0000

In reply to Rev. Hi Rev 7 gpg is pretty high so a salt based softener would be your best option (conditioners / salt free softeners are *only* suitable for low – moderate water hardness). Consider something like this combi system. They also provide a guarantee and limited lifetime warranty. Stay hydrated, Luke

By: Rev

Rev — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 03:48:25 +0000

Hi Luke
Water hardness at the place I live is 7. Water softener or conditioner which one do you suggest. One of my family member has been having dryness and flaky scalp issues after we moved. We have figured it’s because of water.

By: Luke George

Luke George — Sun, 25 Oct 2020 11:19:24 +0000

In reply to Connor. Hi Connor Around $2500 is the going rate for quality softener / filter combination units. I know this seems like a lot but they usually come with guarantees and some sort of lifetime warranty like this combi system. Stay hydrated, Luke

By: Connor

Connor — Sat, 24 Oct 2020 19:21:15 +0000

In reply to Luke George. Thanks so much for the reply and advice! If you don't mind me asking what do you think would be a more appropriate budget and then at that budget what combination of filter and softener would you recommend?

By: Luke George

Luke George — Sat, 24 Oct 2020 11:23:08 +0000

In reply to Connor. Hi Connor Congratulations on purchasing your first home! 13 gpg is pretty high so a salt based softener would be your best option (conditioners / salt free softeners are only suitable for low - moderate water hardness). $1000 is pretty low for a good quality filter / softener combination. Although you could probably get a decent softener for less than that amount e.g. Fleck but it will *not* come with water filters and if it does, they will be very basic. I personally think it's worth investing in a decent combination system because future breakdowns, leaks and other issues from cheaper devices will only end up costing you more in the long run. Stay hydrated, Luke

By: Connor

Connor — Sat, 24 Oct 2020 07:22:09 +0000

Hey Luke! I just purchased my first home and I’m excited to get my very own whole home filtration and softener/conditioner however I’m struggling to decide what would be best for me. I’m in central Texas with water measured at 13 gpg and would like to stay below $1000 total for the purchase of the filter and softener/alternative. Do you have any recommendations for a good system to match my budget? And would you recommend a salt based softener or some alternative? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

By: Luke George

Luke George — Wed, 14 Oct 2020 09:58:13 +0000

In reply to Julian. Hi Julian I would suggest you go for a salt-based softener. This is because Aquasana conditioners are good for hard water below 25PPM (parts per million), so I calculate your 10GPG (grains per gallon) to be something like 171 PPM (parts per million). Something like this would treat your level of water hardness and it also includes a multistage filter that would deal with the other contaminations in your water. I don't think you will need an extra shower head if you have a whole house softener / filter combination machine because that device will treat all the water that goes into your home. Stay hydrated, Luke