With offices in Middleton, Stow & Lakeville, Mass. and an additional service depot in Plymouth, Mass., H20 Care, Inc. performs water testing & analysis, specifies and installs equipment with our Master Plumbers headed staff. We also have a full service staff to maintain your water filtration and softening systems to optimize their useful life and performance. We can correct any water problem that you are experiencing, including hard water, high levels of iron or manganese, bad odors & taste, and health threats such as radon, arsenic, PFAS or others. We GUARANTEE our work! Our service staff is available and on-call 24/7 and our experience within our industry is unmatched. See our published articles in Water Technology Magazines on regional water quality issues on our website's publications section at www.h2ocare.com. You may also email us at service@h2ocare.com.
"Good, no complaint"
Zach H on April 2023
With offices in Middleton, Stow & Lakeville, Mass. and an additional service depot in Plymouth, Mass., H20 Care, Inc. performs water testing & analysis, specifies and installs equipment with our Master Plumbers headed staff. We also have a full service staff to maintain your water filtration and softening systems to optimize their useful life and performance. We can correct any water problem that you are experiencing, including hard water, high levels of iron or manganese, bad odors & taste, and health threats such as radon, arsenic, PFAS or others. We GUARANTEE our work! Our service staff is available and on-call 24/7 and our experience within our industry is unmatched. See our published articles in Water Technology Magazines on regional water quality issues on our website's publications section at www.h2ocare.com. You may also email us at service@h2ocare.com.
"Good, no complaint"
Zach H on April 2023
Midcoast Aerus is an air & water filtration company with locations in Portland, Brunswick and Rockland, Maine. We offer high end water filtration products specific to your unique water quality situation. We offer free immediate response water tests which will allow us to make recommendations to fix your water quality. More complex treatment solutions will have a full certified lab analysis followed up with the correct solution.
"Installed system. Great communication and service."
Kathleen M on July 2022
Midcoast Aerus is an air & water filtration company with locations in Portland, Brunswick and Rockland, Maine. We offer high end water filtration products specific to your unique water quality situation. We offer free immediate response water tests which will allow us to make recommendations to fix your water quality. More complex treatment solutions will have a full certified lab analysis followed up with the correct solution.
"Installed system. Great communication and service."
Kathleen M on July 2022
We’re Your Local Plumbers, Heating and AC Technicians, and Electricians. Get prompt and professional plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical services. Our quality staff of licensed and local plumbers and electricians have been providing local plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electric services in the New Hampshire area since our beginnings in 1986. At our heart, Heritage is a family company with a longstanding reputation for providing quality service for a fair price. People tell us that they see our service trucks everywhere in the area, which is true since there’s a good chance that one of our technicians is also your neighbor. This makes it easy for us to be at your home promptly to help you solve your household plumbing, heating, AC, and electrical problems. It also makes it easy for us to do all that we can to maintain our reputation for quality service. One way we continue to improve the quality of our work is through regular training and certification for our great attendants who are behind the scenes making the magic happen. So whether you are struggling with a clogged drain or a noisy furnace, or you need an installation of an appliance, you’ll see the results of our devotion in the service you receive. If you’re experiencing a problem with your plumbing, heating, AC, or electricity at home, then you should give us a call and see what we mean by quality service that’s guaranteed. From clogged drains to AC installation to electrician’s work, we offer a variety of quality services and products at fair prices to NH residents and northern MA residents—guaranteed!
"Paul, our service technician, was timely, knowledgeable, and efficient. I can highly recommend Heritage Home service on this account. However I am extremely unhappy with the company's new service plan offered. I will explore other providers for this reason, and may not use Heritage Home Service in the future."
Craig V on November 2024
We’re Your Local Plumbers, Heating and AC Technicians, and Electricians. Get prompt and professional plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical services. Our quality staff of licensed and local plumbers and electricians have been providing local plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electric services in the New Hampshire area since our beginnings in 1986. At our heart, Heritage is a family company with a longstanding reputation for providing quality service for a fair price. People tell us that they see our service trucks everywhere in the area, which is true since there’s a good chance that one of our technicians is also your neighbor. This makes it easy for us to be at your home promptly to help you solve your household plumbing, heating, AC, and electrical problems. It also makes it easy for us to do all that we can to maintain our reputation for quality service. One way we continue to improve the quality of our work is through regular training and certification for our great attendants who are behind the scenes making the magic happen. So whether you are struggling with a clogged drain or a noisy furnace, or you need an installation of an appliance, you’ll see the results of our devotion in the service you receive. If you’re experiencing a problem with your plumbing, heating, AC, or electricity at home, then you should give us a call and see what we mean by quality service that’s guaranteed. From clogged drains to AC installation to electrician’s work, we offer a variety of quality services and products at fair prices to NH residents and northern MA residents—guaranteed!
"Paul, our service technician, was timely, knowledgeable, and efficient. I can highly recommend Heritage Home service on this account. However I am extremely unhappy with the company's new service plan offered. I will explore other providers for this reason, and may not use Heritage Home Service in the future."
Craig V on November 2024
At Secondwind Water Systems, we specialize in customized water treatment solutions for homes and businesses across New Hampshire. Whether you're dealing with Hard Water, PFAS, Arsenic, Odors, or other water quality issues, we provide testing, diagnosis, and system installation tailored to your unique water chemistry. What sets us apart? We have more certified water professionals than any other company in New Hampshire—ensuring every recommendation we make is backed by deep technical expertise. Our team is dedicated to delivering dependable, high-quality service with solutions that truly work. We stand behind our work with exceptional warranties, ongoing support, and a commitment to doing what’s right for our customers. From softeners and filtration systems to drinking water solutions and advanced contaminant removal, you can trust Secondwind to improve your water—and your peace of mind.
"Exceptional work and quality. The installer truly knew what he was doing. He was quick, thorough and very efficient."
Bruce S on November 2019
At Secondwind Water Systems, we specialize in customized water treatment solutions for homes and businesses across New Hampshire. Whether you're dealing with Hard Water, PFAS, Arsenic, Odors, or other water quality issues, we provide testing, diagnosis, and system installation tailored to your unique water chemistry. What sets us apart? We have more certified water professionals than any other company in New Hampshire—ensuring every recommendation we make is backed by deep technical expertise. Our team is dedicated to delivering dependable, high-quality service with solutions that truly work. We stand behind our work with exceptional warranties, ongoing support, and a commitment to doing what’s right for our customers. From softeners and filtration systems to drinking water solutions and advanced contaminant removal, you can trust Secondwind to improve your water—and your peace of mind.
"Exceptional work and quality. The installer truly knew what he was doing. He was quick, thorough and very efficient."
Bruce S on November 2019
Coy Plumbing and Heating delivers top-quality services with a focus on precision and reliability. From repairs and installations to emergency fixes, we ensure your systems will run smoothly and efficiently. ***WE ALSO SPECIALIZE IN BOILER REPAIRS AND INSTALLATION***
"We were very pleased with the communication and the outcome of our project. We have an old home with some older piping. Finding someone that works on steam boilers is tough. When they looked at the install, they explained what needed to happen clearly deand unrstandable."
Vinnie H on November 2024
Coy Plumbing and Heating delivers top-quality services with a focus on precision and reliability. From repairs and installations to emergency fixes, we ensure your systems will run smoothly and efficiently. ***WE ALSO SPECIALIZE IN BOILER REPAIRS AND INSTALLATION***
"We were very pleased with the communication and the outcome of our project. We have an old home with some older piping. Finding someone that works on steam boilers is tough. When they looked at the install, they explained what needed to happen clearly deand unrstandable."
Vinnie H on November 2024
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 names - Susan Godbout, Joseph Noyalis, Amber Loukedes. Additional phone number - (800) 456-6929, (603) 436-3355, (800) 340-7080. Additional DBAs - Mr Rooter Corp, Godbout Enterprises LLC.
"Incredibly speedy response to Angie's List request for bids! They sent someone over the same day, two days before Christmas, and took care of my flooded basement by installing a new sump pump and new PVC piping. All staff were prompt and courteous. Definitely recommend."
Sandy P on December 2019
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 names - Susan Godbout, Joseph Noyalis, Amber Loukedes. Additional phone number - (800) 456-6929, (603) 436-3355, (800) 340-7080. Additional DBAs - Mr Rooter Corp, Godbout Enterprises LLC.
"Incredibly speedy response to Angie's List request for bids! They sent someone over the same day, two days before Christmas, and took care of my flooded basement by installing a new sump pump and new PVC piping. All staff were prompt and courteous. Definitely recommend."
Sandy P on December 2019
Owner operated, we offer credit card options and are a cod service company.
Owner operated, we offer credit card options and are a cod service company.
With jms plumbing and heating, you have over 20+ years of plumbing and heating experience that works to your advantage – quick, reliable and efficient service. This experience includes treating you and your home with respect, which is what we pride ourselves on. Many of our customers look to us as their preferred residential plumbing service provider. We enjoy our work and it shows! We look forward to welcoming you as a customer and being your preferred plumber in the future. licenses nh master plumber: 4923 ma journeyman plumber: 30110 nh gas fitter: gfe0804753.
"Great !!! He shows up when he says. Returns calls. Knows what he is doing. Polite & clean. Does great work at a fair cost."
Carl M on January 2021
With jms plumbing and heating, you have over 20+ years of plumbing and heating experience that works to your advantage – quick, reliable and efficient service. This experience includes treating you and your home with respect, which is what we pride ourselves on. Many of our customers look to us as their preferred residential plumbing service provider. We enjoy our work and it shows! We look forward to welcoming you as a customer and being your preferred plumber in the future. licenses nh master plumber: 4923 ma journeyman plumber: 30110 nh gas fitter: gfe0804753.
"Great !!! He shows up when he says. Returns calls. Knows what he is doing. Polite & clean. Does great work at a fair cost."
Carl M on January 2021
Our focus at Epping Well and Pump is about providing a high value in the service, expertise and equipment we offer. We aim to be professional at every level to ensure that the customer is educated and satisfied with the decisions they have made regarding the drinking water in their home or business.
"They did a very good job, they were very professional. I have interview 3 other providers and they were the most trusted provider, knowledgeable and experienced. He seems to be ethical for me, and so I went to hire them, and they did a very good job."
Maureen M on July 2019
Our focus at Epping Well and Pump is about providing a high value in the service, expertise and equipment we offer. We aim to be professional at every level to ensure that the customer is educated and satisfied with the decisions they have made regarding the drinking water in their home or business.
"They did a very good job, they were very professional. I have interview 3 other providers and they were the most trusted provider, knowledgeable and experienced. He seems to be ethical for me, and so I went to hire them, and they did a very good job."
Maureen M on July 2019
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is a nationally known company known for the best guarantees and warranties in the business. All plumbers and technicians are criminally background checked, drug testing so you have the safest people entering your home. We understand how important your time is and we back that up with our promise, if there is any delay it's you we pay. If we are late to your appointment we will pay you five dollars a minute up to one hour. We offer 24 hour 7 day a week emergency service. We service all makes and models and we guarantee your satisfaction.
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is a nationally known company known for the best guarantees and warranties in the business. All plumbers and technicians are criminally background checked, drug testing so you have the safest people entering your home. We understand how important your time is and we back that up with our promise, if there is any delay it's you we pay. If we are late to your appointment we will pay you five dollars a minute up to one hour. We offer 24 hour 7 day a week emergency service. We service all makes and models and we guarantee your satisfaction.
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.