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I think it depends on the water softner. Check with the maker of the unit you are interested in. They should be able to provide you with the exact amounts for your unit.

It is very likely that it does provide a dietary significant source of salt. If this is your concern, try looking at a reverse osmosis (RO) system instead.

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What is the difference between commercial water softeners and water softeners?

Commercial Water Softeners are designed for extensive use and minimal repair. A water softener is designed to remove Calcium, Magnesium, minimal to moderate iron, and manganese out of water. Commercial Water Softeners are designed for easy repair. They are more expensive, but very simple when it comes to pulling motors, changing valves, and replacing switch boards. A "water softener" that you buy off the shelf or from a dealer is a softener that is designed to take far less load, or "burden", and thus it often needs replacing. The word I am looking for in a Commercial Water Softener is "serviceable". Commercial water softeners are made to be serviced and work year after year. Yes you can service consumer grade softeners but they are not designed to be serviceable - or we would all service our own. The Softener Industry designs Commercial Softeners so they are easy for the them to service, but still bill-able to you. When pulling a consumer grade softener apart you find - bearings and wheels. But if you take the face off commercial models - the motor comes out easily (just unplug it) - the valve takes a little more time, but replacing the computer board is as easy as unplugging the wires. For Residential use - a commercial water softener is a minimal repair softener system, with prolonged life. If you are using a commercial water softener for commercial purposes - because of industrial use, it will need scheduled services. When compared to consumer grade softeners - commercial water softeners are excellent performers.


What benefits are there to installing a water softener?

There are many benefits to installing a water softener, including easier cleaning of clothes and dishes, extended appliance life, faster water heating, and a cleaner plumbing system.


What are the benefits of having a water softener system?

There are multiple benefits of having a water softener system. One would be that the mineral build up would be lessened in the pipes and the water would be better for drinking.


What is the average cost of water softener systems?

Water softener systems can vary in cost quite considerably. However, an average pricing appears to be in the range of $15 -$ 47 for most products available to consumers wanting to avoid the problems associated with the properties of hard water.


What is the water pressure in residential water lines in Calgary AB Canada?

32 psi

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Do you need to add salt to a dishwasher if a water softener fitted to your house supply?

No, the water softener takes care of it.


Can the water taste salty in your water softener if the salt is low?

Water softener changes the chemical values and proportions in water. Therefore, some people will differentiate a change in taste of water to be more salty. However, malfunctioning can produce higher level of salty water by the softener.


What is the purpose of a bypass on a water softener?

The bypass on a water softener is a valve that serves the purpose of allowing water from the main point of supply to flow into a house or building when the water softener is being serviced. It can also be used to allow some 'hard' water to be mixed with the softened water.


What is H 2 O concepts?

H2O Concepts, the proven water softener alternative and water system with great tasting water at every faucet! Residential and commercial water purification.


which water softener is the best?

There are lot of water softeners ;kenmore water softener,culigan water softener,salt free water softener,ion exchange water softener.in my opinion ion exchange water softener is the best.


Well water sediments are clogging supply lines?

they can, especially the smaller lines from a water softener, I think you need to get more specific


do you prefer one water softener over another?

On the most part, most people do prefer one water softener over another. The brand of water softener you use depends on your water and if you want a whole home water softener system or just a faucet softener system.


Is a water softener necessary?

Water softener is used to improve water in hard water conditions. If your water tastes odd or leaves white deposits then you may benefit from a water softener. You'll also need to use less soap with a water softener.


What is a saltless water softener and what does it do compared to others?

The reason you choose a water softener will best allow you to chose a saltless softener or a traditional softener. If you are using a water softener to help your household plumbing stay clean and gunk-free, then you should choose a traditional softener. If your goal is to have softer feeling and tasting water then a saltless softener will work just fine for you. With this softener, you are not actually removing salt, just changing the electric charge of the water.


Can you get orange stains on your clothes after washing them from a water softener?

Not usually but if the water softener's resin is leaking into the water supply - to your sink and washing machine - that could explain the orange stains because some water softener resins are orange in color. If the resin vessel is cracked the water softener is only fit for scrapping. It is not usually economic to get a water softener repaired by fitting a new resin vessel as other parts will also be worn out. If you buy a brand new one it will normally come with at least one year's warranty. In an older home sometimes rust from non-copper plumbing will stain your washing.


What insure that cold water is forced to the bottom of the water heater tank?

The cold water supply enters the tank at the bottom near the burner. Heat rises, as does hot water. The hot water supply is piped out from the top.


Is there a natural water softener?

Borax, also known as Sodium Borate, is a great natural water softener.