This section for water softener reviews will take on the top softener models available today.
A water softener is a self contained device. It connects directly to the water supply in order to treat the hard water that goes into a home. It works by removing “hard minerals” like magnesium, calcium and some other types of metal cations. The result of this is that the only water going into your home will be soft water. Soft water means no more limescale stains and, more lather from soap and the extended lifetime of your appliances and plumbing.
Water softeners come in all shapes, sizes and capacities. This means that you will always be able to find the right fit for your needs. Modern water softeners are so well designed that you may be able to install it yourself with basic plumbing skills. Installing it yourself is also a great idea because it means you will find it easier to maintain.
There are many benefits to buying and installing a water softener. These benefits range from energy efficiency to the extended lifespan of your home appliances and electronics.
Getting a softener is by far one of the best ways to treat hard water. The water softener reviews in the articles below will help you choose the right one. This will include an idea of how much it costs. I’ll also give you an idea of what to expect and whether the model you want is worth it.
Why You Should *NOT* Buy Fleck. As a huge fan of Fleck softeners over many years, this is very difficult for me but I am no longer recommending Fleck. Here are my reasons: Many people have sent me messages of complaints about ABCWaters as a business. See examples of this in the comments below. A…
Before getting into this water softener buyers guide let’s answer a more basic question: “What Is A Water Softener?” A water softener is a device that you install in your home that removes hard minerals from your water. “Hard minerals” are typically things like calcium and magnesium. These minerals and ions are naturally absorbed by…
When water contains high levels of mineral ions like calcium and magnesium, it becomes “hard”. Hard water is the reason for limescale around your taps, sink and could be the very thing ruining your home appliances. Hard water can also increase the waters’ incompatibility with soap. The result of this is dry hair, skin and…
Problems With Nuvo H2O The first issue is that it does not soften water because it does not use salt. Instead it descales your pipes and “conditions” your water to give you water that is “less hard”. If you have severe hard water issues consider getting a standard softener which is one of the best…
Here is Why You Should Not Buy A Fleck Softener (2023 Update). In the first draft of this article I recommended Fleck and in many ways, I still recommend it as a good standalone softener. However, I am no longer recommending Fleck and here is why: Most people don’t understand that a Fleck softener does…
Facts (& DANGERS) About “Salt Free Water Softeners” The name is slightly deceiving because a “water softener” is a machine that removes hard water by definition. However, a saltless water softener does not completely remove water hardness. (Read: this). Salt free water softeners are sometimes designed to look like regular water softeners. However, they can…
The Biggest Problem With GE Water Softeners The average lifespan of the unit is about 4-7 years. Of course, this can be longer (or shorter) depending on how you use and maintain it. As with any appliance, GE water softeners are not free from technical issues and repairs can come at considerable cost. The Best Features…
Why You Should NOT Invest In Fleck Water Softeners Although this article was originally comparing the best fleck softener out of the top 3 models, I have added this update because I am no longer recommending Fleck and here are my reasons: Basic stand-alone Fleck softeners do NOT filter your water. This means that even though…
Why A Whirlpool Water Softener Might NOT Be Worth It Whirlpool water softeners typically come with a 1-2 year warranty (with an option to extend to a 5 or 10 year warranty) but the industry standard is a lifetime warranty. At the time of writing this, Whirlpool softeners are only available for purchase in Lowe’s,…
3 Common Water Softener Buying Mistakes If you are looking for the best water softener here is a quick 3 step plan of things to avoid when buying a water softener. The following are 3 of the biggest mistakes people make when buying a water softener machine. You buy a water softener that is too…
This article will focus on water softener salt reviews. I will rate the best salt that is specifically designed for water softener machines on the market today. The market is full of what seems like millions of different types of softener salt. And because there are so many different types of water softening salts on…
This Article is Based on REAL Personal Experiences This review article was originally published in April 2017 and based on complaint emails I received from verified Culligan customers. I cross-referenced the details they provided with information available online. However, the article has since been updated with more positive information from Culligan employees who wanted to…