Dexter Wells & Plumbing, LLC in Culpeper and Staunton VA strive at giving you our best services. We stock the best pumps and tanks we can find. Full systems get a 5 year parts and labor warranty. We also offer water treatment with free evaluation on sight. There is never a fee for estimate’s. No water calls with livestock are same day service. We stock the best pumps we can get and bring them to you at a flat rate.
"John was very responsive, prompt, and fair with competitive pricing. I will call him for future needs and recommend to neighbors and friends."
Dennis F on November 2022
Dexter Wells & Plumbing, LLC in Culpeper and Staunton VA strive at giving you our best services. We stock the best pumps and tanks we can find. Full systems get a 5 year parts and labor warranty. We also offer water treatment with free evaluation on sight. There is never a fee for estimate’s. No water calls with livestock are same day service. We stock the best pumps we can get and bring them to you at a flat rate.
"John was very responsive, prompt, and fair with competitive pricing. I will call him for future needs and recommend to neighbors and friends."
Dennis F on November 2022
Pure Water Pure Air is a family-owned and operated water treatment company offering warrantied water quality solutions since 1958. We are your one-stop shop for all your needs throughout Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia, including water filtration, water softening, pressure-boosting tanks, salt delivery services, water testing, and more! Pure Water Pure Air started decades ago when our parent company's founder, James E. Butcher, quickly gained an impeccable reputation for his unmatched customer service and expertise in water treatment systems and solutions. The next generation of the Butcher family now manages Pure Water Pure Air, carrying on those same values and time-tested skill Shenandoah Valley home and property owners rely on. Whether your home or business has hard water, water that tastes or smells nasty, high/low pH, sulfur, chlorine, bacteria, or other water quality issues, we are the Water Quality Association (WQA)-certified specialists to accurately identify your unique problems and provide a customized treatment solution. Get water testing and a water treatment consultation to learn more. We serve Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia areas throughout Arlington, Charlottesville, Ashburn, Winchester, and nearby.
"Foley and Noah were phenomenal. They arrived, were friendly, and professional. They worked quickly, cleaned up and were gone in no time. Highly recommend."
Janell S on May 2025
Pure Water Pure Air is a family-owned and operated water treatment company offering warrantied water quality solutions since 1958. We are your one-stop shop for all your needs throughout Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia, including water filtration, water softening, pressure-boosting tanks, salt delivery services, water testing, and more! Pure Water Pure Air started decades ago when our parent company's founder, James E. Butcher, quickly gained an impeccable reputation for his unmatched customer service and expertise in water treatment systems and solutions. The next generation of the Butcher family now manages Pure Water Pure Air, carrying on those same values and time-tested skill Shenandoah Valley home and property owners rely on. Whether your home or business has hard water, water that tastes or smells nasty, high/low pH, sulfur, chlorine, bacteria, or other water quality issues, we are the Water Quality Association (WQA)-certified specialists to accurately identify your unique problems and provide a customized treatment solution. Get water testing and a water treatment consultation to learn more. We serve Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia areas throughout Arlington, Charlottesville, Ashburn, Winchester, and nearby.
"Foley and Noah were phenomenal. They arrived, were friendly, and professional. They worked quickly, cleaned up and were gone in no time. Highly recommend."
Janell S on May 2025
Introducing Alpine Contractor, your expert plumbing partner. With over 5 years of experience in construction and specializing in plumbing, we offer top-quality services for new house construction, maintenance, and more. Our honest prices and dedication to quality work ensure you get the best service every time. As holders of a Class A contractor's license, we guarantee professionalism and expertise in every project. We create a friendly environment, making your plumbing experience pleasant and hassle-free. Whether you're a homeowner or business owner, we are here to cater to all your plumbing needs. Trust us for reliable, efficient, and affordable plumbing solutions. Contact us today to experience exceptional service from a team you can rely on.
Introducing Alpine Contractor, your expert plumbing partner. With over 5 years of experience in construction and specializing in plumbing, we offer top-quality services for new house construction, maintenance, and more. Our honest prices and dedication to quality work ensure you get the best service every time. As holders of a Class A contractor's license, we guarantee professionalism and expertise in every project. We create a friendly environment, making your plumbing experience pleasant and hassle-free. Whether you're a homeowner or business owner, we are here to cater to all your plumbing needs. Trust us for reliable, efficient, and affordable plumbing solutions. Contact us today to experience exceptional service from a team you can rely on.
Burgess Plumbing is a full service plumbing contractor. We specialize in new construction, remodeling, service and repair work, water treatment, well pumps, water softeners and boilers. We also offer after hours service. We have our own backhoe service, we replace water and sewer lines and do drain cleaning.
Burgess Plumbing is a full service plumbing contractor. We specialize in new construction, remodeling, service and repair work, water treatment, well pumps, water softeners and boilers. We also offer after hours service. We have our own backhoe service, we replace water and sewer lines and do drain cleaning.
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Full Service Plumbing and septic repair and replacement.
"Needed sewage pump replaced and line opened up. Called several others (Barr, A+,Fremyer, Comstock, Tri County) . None knew or cared what to do. I was told various things, call someone else or just ghosted. Powells took the bull by the horns. They tracked down the manufacturer of my old school system here in The Woods and with some detective work diagnosed and replaced pump without digging it all up. Two prior companies had said it needed to be dug up. If you have a REAL problem, call a REAL plumber!"
Steve P on December 2022
Full Service Plumbing and septic repair and replacement.
"Needed sewage pump replaced and line opened up. Called several others (Barr, A+,Fremyer, Comstock, Tri County) . None knew or cared what to do. I was told various things, call someone else or just ghosted. Powells took the bull by the horns. They tracked down the manufacturer of my old school system here in The Woods and with some detective work diagnosed and replaced pump without digging it all up. Two prior companies had said it needed to be dug up. If you have a REAL problem, call a REAL plumber!"
Steve P on December 2022
Philco Mechanical Services is a family owned and operated small business seeking to please it's customers. Each customer is guaranteed the work in their home will be professional, handled as if it was our own personal homes with the caring attention each friend and homeowner deserves. Please contact us and become more then a number... become a friend. As a Class A Master plumbing, HVAC, and gas fitting company we can handle all your mechanical needs around your home. Rest with the assurance that the work is being performed by capable and caring people that have your best interest at heart. To name just a few things where we can assist you please consider heating, gas and propane boilers, oil boilers, radiant heat, baseboard heat, central air conditioning, tankless water heaters, heat pumps, electric furnaces, attic exhaust fans, electric water heaters, garbage disposals, dish washers... just to name a few. We can help you with new construction, repairs, installation, and service. Please call us and give us the chance to win your business 24 hours a day.
"Residential Heat Pump failure. Previously serviced by another company, Told would need to replace system. Called Phil for estimate, explained chronological history of failure. He listened, looked, checked and tested and identified the point of failure, Replaced that part from his truck and the system is running again as it should. Phil explained clearly as he worked, very informative, professional and personable. I highly recommend Philco Mechanical Services and will call on them for my seasonal inspection and service."
Carl J on August 2020
Philco Mechanical Services is a family owned and operated small business seeking to please it's customers. Each customer is guaranteed the work in their home will be professional, handled as if it was our own personal homes with the caring attention each friend and homeowner deserves. Please contact us and become more then a number... become a friend. As a Class A Master plumbing, HVAC, and gas fitting company we can handle all your mechanical needs around your home. Rest with the assurance that the work is being performed by capable and caring people that have your best interest at heart. To name just a few things where we can assist you please consider heating, gas and propane boilers, oil boilers, radiant heat, baseboard heat, central air conditioning, tankless water heaters, heat pumps, electric furnaces, attic exhaust fans, electric water heaters, garbage disposals, dish washers... just to name a few. We can help you with new construction, repairs, installation, and service. Please call us and give us the chance to win your business 24 hours a day.
"Residential Heat Pump failure. Previously serviced by another company, Told would need to replace system. Called Phil for estimate, explained chronological history of failure. He listened, looked, checked and tested and identified the point of failure, Replaced that part from his truck and the system is running again as it should. Phil explained clearly as he worked, very informative, professional and personable. I highly recommend Philco Mechanical Services and will call on them for my seasonal inspection and service."
Carl J on August 2020
Water Works is the area’s most experienced, locally owned and operated water treatment company.
Water Works is the area’s most experienced, locally owned and operated water treatment company.
Paul's Plumbing has been fixing leaky faucets, pipes, and water heaters in Albemarle County for over 20 years. We are known in the industry for our high quality of work and excellent customer service. Whatever your plumbing service needs, we will handle them properly and efficiently. We are efficient with removing your grey quest piping and will replace it with CPVC or copper piping. We value your business and want to make sure any plumbing emergency is taken care of in a timely manner. Be assured when we are at your door your leaky issue will be taken care of immediately! Please call us today.
"Great. He did a good job. I would like for him do my outside fauset."
Rose R on June 2022
Paul's Plumbing has been fixing leaky faucets, pipes, and water heaters in Albemarle County for over 20 years. We are known in the industry for our high quality of work and excellent customer service. Whatever your plumbing service needs, we will handle them properly and efficiently. We are efficient with removing your grey quest piping and will replace it with CPVC or copper piping. We value your business and want to make sure any plumbing emergency is taken care of in a timely manner. Be assured when we are at your door your leaky issue will be taken care of immediately! Please call us today.
"Great. He did a good job. I would like for him do my outside fauset."
Rose R on June 2022
Culligan is the world’s leading water treatment company. For over 75 years, Culligan has led the way in water treatment technology, providing the most advanced products and solutions for the world’s water problems. Your local Culligan Man is your local water expert. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality water solutions that will improve the lives of his customers. Simply stated, Culligan believes that better water will make life better for you and your family. Today we offer the most technologically advanced products and services available, combined with the personal service of your local Culligan organization. Our entire line of water softeners, water filtration systems, drinking water systems, and whole-house filtration systems set the standard in the water treatment industry. Additional faxes - (540) 442-9137, (301) 797-7231. Additional phone - (301) 662-6099. Additional DBA - Stoner Enterprises Inc.
"Installation was awful. They wanted to charge me for anything and everything. Then slat delivery was supposed to be regular, but I had to insist on delivery when I ran out. When they did deliver, they left dozens of empty salt bags strewn all over and tore up the vapor barrier in my crawl space so badly that that it has to be replaced. I called to complain. The manager told me to find another service. Culligan wouldn't serve me any more."
Meredith R on March 2019
Culligan is the world’s leading water treatment company. For over 75 years, Culligan has led the way in water treatment technology, providing the most advanced products and solutions for the world’s water problems. Your local Culligan Man is your local water expert. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality water solutions that will improve the lives of his customers. Simply stated, Culligan believes that better water will make life better for you and your family. Today we offer the most technologically advanced products and services available, combined with the personal service of your local Culligan organization. Our entire line of water softeners, water filtration systems, drinking water systems, and whole-house filtration systems set the standard in the water treatment industry. Additional faxes - (540) 442-9137, (301) 797-7231. Additional phone - (301) 662-6099. Additional DBA - Stoner Enterprises Inc.
"Installation was awful. They wanted to charge me for anything and everything. Then slat delivery was supposed to be regular, but I had to insist on delivery when I ran out. When they did deliver, they left dozens of empty salt bags strewn all over and tore up the vapor barrier in my crawl space so badly that that it has to be replaced. I called to complain. The manager told me to find another service. Culligan wouldn't serve me any more."
Meredith R on March 2019
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.