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Water Treatment

Service Water Softener

MODERATE30 minWater TreatmentPart of Spring MaintenancePart of Summer MaintenancePart of Fall MaintenancePart of Winter Maintenance

Why It Matters

A neglected water softener lets hard water through, causing scale buildup in pipes, appliances, and water heaters that shortens their life.

Quick Guide

  1. 1

    Gather your tools and materials

    You'll need: basic tools. Materials required: Water softener salt.

  2. 2

    Perform the service water softener

    Check salt levels, clean the brine tank, inspect the resin bed, and verify the softener is regenerating properly.

  3. 3

    Verify and clean up

    Check that the work was completed correctly and clean up your workspace. If if water is still hard after maintenance, consider calling a professional.

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Tools & Materials

Materials

  • Water softener salt