water softener maintenance

Homeowner comparing a water hardness test with a residential water softener in a utility room

Water Softener Not Working? Diagnose It With a Hardness Test

Troubleshoot a water softener that is not working with a hardness test, bypass and brine checks, and clear signs that it is time to call for service.

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White water-softener pellets being added to a residential brine tank

Best Water Softener Salt: How to Choose the Right Type

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Find the best water softener salt for your system by checking your manual, comparing pellet, solar, and potassium options, and avoiding common brine-tank problems.

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