Next time, you should show the equipment close up so people can see what the units look like! Maybe a more detail video will come out soon! What are the Brands?
Great Point. I will consider that for our future videos. I tried to stand next to the water softeners so you can get a rough idea. I am 5'7". In that video we have a Culligan, Kinnetico, Rainsoft, Ecowater which are professional grade systems. We had many sticker style systems that have Fleck or Autotrol or Clack Control Valves on top of the water softener. Thanks again!
@@AngelWater Quick question! When your water softener chlorine reader is defected can you just put a new one on? if so where can you purchase one, seems like it's just 2 wires that run to the plug and then to 2 metal prungs that read the salt level coming from the tube in brine tank.
I've been watching videos on water softeners and filtration systems the last 3 nights to try to make a choice. This was the best video I have seen. Straight forward with lots of information
Not sure, my suggestion is to go to NSF.org and see if they have NSF 44 Certification for their water softeners or NSF 58 Certification for drinking water.. This is how to tell if their systems truly take out the toxins.
Kinetico units use both tanks so flow rates are very good. Just when it calls for regeneration, one tank is in service and the other one regenerates. I have installed hundreds of them. I think they are definitely worth the money!
Can you do a video on water softeners and show how to isolate the hose bib supplies for watering the garden. I don't water the water for watering plants to be treated.
I'm getting a Kinetico system installed. Today is 6/27/2023, they install on 6/29/2023. I'm getting the water softener, the hydrogen peroxide part, and the k5 drinking water system. Today we had the salesman come in and do the water test which was much more of a sales pitch than anything. Sort of high pressure too. We were quoted ~10k for just the softener, ~11k for the softener with hydrogen peroxide part, and ~12k for the softener, peroxide, and k5 point of drinking water. This is waaaaay more than I wanted to be spending, but we've been living with horrible water for 8 months now and I don't want to mess around. Anyways I wanted to share my experience, so anyone who would like an update, please reply here and I'll share anything I can. I'm having second thoughts already because of the price, and I feel like simply a hydrogen peroxide system on top of my current water softener would do the trick for everything but staining... I'm normally such a cautious buyer, agonizing for months over a 100$ blender or something silly like that.
So far what I have learned from having it for a few days is 1) the people altered my plumbing so that the outside water spigot is now softened de-odorized water? A mistake I will have them correct. 2) This system uses SOOOOOOOOOOOOO much water. The drinking part alone wastes 4.5 bottles of water directly for each 1 bottle I fill from the tap. I'm saying directly, because that's not well water that it's wasting. The drinking water piece and the deodorizer piece both recharge themselves using deodorized and softened water. the water softener recharges itself with only softened water. 3) I haven't noticed a drop in the salt levels yet, my tank is huge, but I have noticed about 5 inches of hydrogen peroxide missing from the 3 foot tall column. The system was installed 4 days ago, and I live together with only my wife. We each take one shower a day. We probably ran 2 loads of dishes and 1 load of laundry. I want to have a smart breaker panel installed so that I can measure how much electricity my well pump and pressurizer are using. The drinking water is delicious though, and all of our water has no trace of odor anymore.
@@kitsurubami we have a similar situation just my wife and I we cook at home a lot. The system in getting will be chlorine/bleach rather than hydrogen peroxide. Good luck let me know how it goes. I’m curious about your system. I didn’t go with kenetico because the rep was an absolute bag of trash. Culligan was my rebound
I'm the same way I dig and dig for months looking at ways to save. I'm looking for a good and appropriate system now. I live with bad water & I'd want the 12K system you describe but I cannot afford to spend that kind of money granted I need the system it's just not financially feasible.
I am sorry.. If you are looking for a system to last a long time.. Ecowater is top of my list.. followed by Kinnetico. If you are going to be in a home for a few years... Find a local water company that uses a clack valve on the water softener tank.... Call me if you have further questions. angelwater.com you will find our number.
Hey i appreicate you explaining everything about water softners. I live in tampa florida with 3 bathrooms and 5 people, what do you think is the best kind of water softner for me? Im also under city water. Thank you
Hi G. There are several things we would need to know like are you on city Water or well water. The ERR 3702 is perfect for city water and the ECR 3702R40 is fantastic for well water. Contact your local local Ecowater dealer and they will help you. If you need any further assistance contact us at 847-382-7800.
Bruv! This is the single most helpful video describing watersofteners I have ever seen. Your delivery if information was both outstanding and entertaining. If you were in my market I would buy from you right now.
Dear @lakeheuer9776, we need the quality of water, that would mean the grain of hardness per gallon. So water is rated in Hardness and we need to know if it is 10, 20, or 30 grains hard. Also we need to know how many gallons of water the school uses in a day so we can size the water softener correctly. Please reach out to us, we are happy to help you out. Our direct line is 847-382-7800!
@@AngelWater thank you for your Prompt response. I know you have a hundred other viewers trying to get a hold of you. I am not the head custodian so can’t find out those answers at this time but the drinking fountains and anything stainless steel is messed up and I need to know what to do with them. I try bowl cleaner with hydrochloric acid and it gets it off but it keeps coming back because they have no filtration system on the School whatsoever. I do not know gallons per minute or the hard water or the hard water analysis.
Great video, very informative. The only question I have is that you mentioned that Culligan is not NSF44 certified but it does say on their water softener manual that they are NSF44 certified, just wondering if they're trying to mislead the customer?
Its rather simple, just go to the NSF.org website and enter their information. Then you will find out if the product is certified by National Sanitation Foundation. Regarding their claim you will have to call Culligan to understand if they are misleading the customer or not.
AOSmith I talk to a vender and he said there sister companies with Eco and there NSF 44 . They’re cheaper by 1000.00 . 4195.00 installed with 10 year warranty. I’m probably going with them .
AOSmith is not a sister company to EcoWater. EcoWater is owned by Warren Buffet, AOSmith is owned by AOSmith. I do not believe their products are NSF 44 certified, you can certainly go to NSF.org to find out if they are, simply put their name in the find field.
Evolve is assembled by a distributor. They place a sticker on it and call it Evolve. You have to do your homework and make sure they are using American Made Filter Material. Also, it is not NSF certified which is important in my book. The valve is made by Clack and that is a very solid valve.
Actually.. I drink half my weight in ounces in water a day. I follow Gary Brecka suggestions in being more healthy. Ice bath first thing vs coffee. I also workout first thing.. Have a great day.
Waterboss site says they are Made in the USA. I had a tank fail after around 8 years and they replaced it with no questions asked and the warranty reset to 10 years.
Yes Water Boss is made in America. It is great if you have water under 12 Grains of Hardness and its one or two people or less in the home. Water Boss is also good for people who have very tight spaces to install the unit. But high water users and high water hardness is not good for the Water Boss.
Yo! Denzel, I like your intro video on your channel. I'm going to jump in here for the team to answer your question. From the looks of it, it looks like a pretty good piece of equipment. Being in the industry over a decade there are some differences. I would look to see if it has certification, such as NSF 44 (to remove hardness and contaminants from water). It says that it has certification from the state of California and WQA but no cert from NSF itself! The EcoWater system has NSF 44 Cert. Type in any name or model of system here to verify it actually has certification: info.nsf.org/Certified/DWTU/ - Notice that Hauge or WaterMax isn't listed even though in the Hauge manual on page 5 says it has certification! Some EcoWater models have lifetime warranty on filter material. Hauge promises 25 years on the filter material. It also looks like it was recently bought out. I wish the industry would make this stuff more clear. Best of luck.
DAve Kaiser put it very well about certification. I also am not a fan of small water softeners that fill the tank full of filter material. Without the space above the filter material.. the filter material does not rinse out correctly. This is why we find big box systems dont last long.
Yes Hellenbrand premiere water softeners are great water softeners because they use quality components. I don't know if it is certified or not. I don't believe it is, you can go to NSF.org to find out more.
Thank you for replying back. I did some more research and I found a specification sheet. Yes they are NSF/ANSI 44 and Clack is the OEM manufacture for their water valves. If I lived closer I would have make arrangements to met up with you. I really like this water treatment business. It’s very interesting.
I don't know anything about Spring well. Simply put whatever water softener or filter you are looking for on NSF.org, make sure it is NSF 44 certified for a water softener or NSF 58 certified for reverse osmosis system. My research online makes me believe they are buying their products from China and it may not be certified.
What about Eco IDP40 CC? I am about to buy that one as I’m not a Costco member. Is that one just as good or not? I know it doenst have the WiFi but idc.
GO straight to 15:40 where he talks about what really matters. Eco Water rules! He himself buys from Eco water because it is the best. Costco sells Eco Water because that's what their professional product shoppers endorse for sale from Costco stores. He even throws in a name drop of Warren Buffett being an investor in Eco Waters! So there! Save the 15 and half and minutes. Go straight to what you're here for, choosing the best water softener, filtration system for your home.
Hi,I suggest checking if their products are National Sanitation Foundation Certified: NSF 58 Certified for Drinking water systems, or NSF 44 Certified for water softeners. You can find out it these companies have these certifications by going to nsf.org and typing in the companies name.. I personally did not find Puronics on the list.
Whst was the last one? Cant undertand it from the video. Eco, Equa, Evoqua, etc. Trying to Google it and i see a variety of options that match your pronounciation.
Having been in the water treatment biz with both Rainsoft and Aquathin, IMO the best is none of the above. Instead get a DI rental (like used by Kidney Dialysis) and have them change it out as needed
Hi, I suggest checking if their products are National Sanitation Foundation Certified: NSF 58 Certified for Drinking water systems, or NSF 44 Certified for water softeners. You can find out it these companies have these certifications by going to nsf.org and typing in the companies name.
Does anyone have any info on if the puronics defender is any good? I talked to a company today that is offering that for $6500. Seems a little steep and not a ton of videos mentioning this brand.
Here is a ChatGPT summary of the transcript that cuts out a lot of the cruft in the video: The video provides a detailed comparison of different water softener options available in 2023. It starts with an introduction to the complex water softener industry and the presenter, Drew, aims to simplify the selection process by categorizing manufacturers into three groups: big box retailers, sticker companies, and professional grade manufacturers. For each category, he evaluates them based on warranty, American manufacturing, NSF 44 listing, serviceability, and pressure loss. - Big Box Retailers: These include brands like GE, available at Home Depot, Lowe’s, etc. Pros include lower price and small footprint. Cons include short warranty periods, not being made in America, lack of NSF 44 certification, difficult serviceability, and potential for reduced water pressure. - Sticker Companies: This category has a vast number of brands like Pelican and Aquasana, offering products that are often assembled from parts made elsewhere, frequently China. The focus here is on the importance of warranty, the misleading claim of "Made in America," and the importance of NSF 44 certification. These products generally have better serviceability than big box options but may still present issues with water pressure. - Professional Grade: Four main companies are highlighted - Culligan, Rainsoft, Kinetico, and EcoWater. These options tend to offer better warranties and features but at a higher price. The discussion includes the importance of NSF 44 certification, American manufacturing, serviceability, and water pressure implications. EcoWater is noted for its comprehensive warranties, NSF 44 listing, and being a choice of Costco due to its reliability and quality. Throughout, Drew emphasizes the importance of understanding your needs based on your living situation, the significance of warranties, the value of NSF 44 certification for health and safety, and the potential costs associated with installation and service. The aim is to educate the viewer on making an informed decision when choosing a water softener.
Bought a Aqua Sure harmony series softener with whole house 3 stage filter so we hired a plumber system 400 bucks plumbing 450 with exit drain 👍🏼. Love the system was quoted 4500 From a door to door solicitor for a Culligan water softener system a neighbor did get them and their system failed 😂😂😂
I am glad Erik you saved some $. There are 4 professional companies out there and Culligan is one. Rainsoft, Kinnetico and Ecowater are the others. Whey you purchased your Aqua Sure - You are the one that has to monitor your water quality before and after the system! If you are a do it yourself person, then that works great! Just keep your hardness test kit close and test it after a few days to make sure it is properly filtering your water. TEST hot and cold. It should be 0 grains hard! Also set your calendar to really check the quality of the filter material in 2 year increments. They use a Chinese Made Filter Material which tends to go within a few years. You can then replace it yourself at that mark. Testing your water is critical for knowing when this needs to be done. FYI Culligan is the manufacturer and they have local dealers. Maybe in your area you got a poor quality dealer or a poor quality rep who visited you. Good LUCK and thanks for the note!
Hi Helen, Puragain clearly is a company who puts their sticker on water filter systems. They are not a manufacturer. They clearly are pushing rental systems, which if you are on a budget may work well for you. But let's be clear the manifold on the reverse osmosis system is clearly made in China or Taiwan because that design is not manufactured in America. The system is not BPA free. And lastly, I don't see anything discussing NSF 58 or NSF 44 certifications. You may want to reach out to them and ask these questions. Lastly, please note their statement on their whole home system .. "Filtersorb SP3 media where it undergoes a process called Nucleation Assisted Crystallization (NAC)". This means they are not softening the water, they are conditioning the water. Filtersorb will not remove the rock from your water. So you need to be clear with what your goals are.... If you want to make your hair better, skin better, cleaner clothing, remove white film from dishes, shower, then you need a water softener.
Angel great video and a lot of info, I have played it like 6 times already. Unfortunately Eco Water is not available in Miami, and Culligan is very pricy. what are your thoughts on Spring Well and Crystal Quest combo units?
Very good video. As time passes, more and more "conditioner" sales will be made using such technologies like catalytic processors and TAC, but softeners are ion based actually removing hardness. Processors are great as long as the customer knows the differences. There are trade-offs with everything regarding water conditioning. Big box softeners made in China? I thought they were made in Wisconsin. Maybe parts made in China?
Sorry I looked on NSF.org website. I do not see that their product is NSF44 Certified. I know their website says that but I never trust a website, I have learned to go directly to the NSF site. Have them prove it to you. Next is that a quote installed or shipped to you?
Looks like a cartridge based system. Its a sticker company for sure. It appears that if you are looking for a water softener I would stick to a NSF44 certified system. I dont see one on their website. Thanks for the note! I hope this helps. If not please call me at 847-382-7800
Is a water softener synonymous with a water purifyer? A long time ago I remember my grandmother's water tasted terrible (maybe it was brackish?) and she had a water conditioner that made it taste much better but also made it ultra soft. I recall feeling like I couldn't rinse the soap off my hands. Can softeners be tuned to not create such soft water? Thanks.
No. Purifiers use something like a charcoal filter to remove impurities and can improve water hardness a bit, but softeners use salt to "swap out" calcium and lime from the water to eliminate hardness. Purifiers offer a broader range of improvement to the water, but don't do as much for hardness
We have been using Hellenbrand for over 15 years. We think they are a fantastic OEM. Stands for original equipment manufacture. Simply put they are a distributor with extra services. If you get their Promate series, it's a fantastic unit. Recently, they've been purchased by a couple different companies. We hope as the larger corporations absorb them they keep their small company feel.
I came across your video today. I have an appointment with Rainsoft to install a salt free system on Tuesday. Sounds like I am not going to get what I expected. Would Eco Water be the way to go? I live in NJ. Times are hard and I am not looking for added stress and expense. Thanks and hope you see this in the next 24 hrs and can respond so that I can cancel.
Great video, it would be better if the info on Rainsoft,culligan and kinetico was accurate. Seems to me you are just trying to say your eco water systems
To be clear, I do not make Eco Water systems. That corporation is owned by Warren Buffett. We service all makes and models and simply have found that any product that has NSF 44 certification tends to be a better product. Thank you for your feedback. I will take this into consideration on my 2024 video.
You missed one of the most important features the Kinetico has over every water softener on the market. Soft water regeneration. And the only way you get soft water regeneration is by having a dual tank system. Every single tank electric water softener uses untreated water during the backwashing cycle. Kinetico systems are the world's most efficient softeners and use 70% less water and salt during the backwashing/regeneration cycle. I'll never buy an electric water softener again. And I'm also not worried about whether it's serviceable or not by other companies or that I myself can't service it. Kinetico has over 3700 dealerships in the US alone.
@@copiouscat you're welcome! Kinetico are one of the only companies around in this industry that are 100% American made. Use 70% less salt than traditional water softeners. They are truly the world's most efficient softeners out there. Glad I could help! You'll want to get the K5 drinking water system, too. Nothing out there that even compares to it.
@@jacobfain6504 the Premier Series systems offer twice the flow rates in comparison to traditional water softeners. I'm on a community well and have the Premier 2060. My water pressure isn't the greatest and I never see a drop in pressure when the system regenerates. Are they on city or well water? City water typically runs between 40-60 psi and you're good with that. They even run off lower pressure. I go through one 40lb bag of salt every 3-40 months with 4 people in the house. Every household is different and water quality is different but still. They are the best out there and they are worth the money!
@@nickaroni87 thanks for all the info man I really appreciate it. We use city water. In the process of building right now and thought it would be a good idea to add a water softening system for the house. I know my wife wouldn't want to give up any water pressure so that's why I asked after he mentioned in the video about it. Would you recommend we get the same system you have for us? We're a family of 5
Basically a distributor purchased or made a contract with Britta to use their name in order to sell products. The water softener is made with a clock valve and a clock tank. I don't know the quality of the filter material. If the unit is not NSF 44 certified, then I personally would steer away from it.
So I do like Kinetico... However the drawback there is that they take filter material and break it into two small tanks. In high flow cases we have seen Calcium Creep. This means that if you use a lot of water it slips by the filter. In addition, their valve allows no programming features. So that means when we want to make an adjustment for challenging Water situations we cannot. In addition, it does not offer any diagnostics. So if you have a leaky toilet or something running water, this water softener will not let you know. It is very important to know this information when diagnosing issues with water softeners. Lastly, you also want to check to make sure that the model you are buying has NSF 44 certification. Have a great day.
I do like the Ecowater and Chandler products. You will find Eagle Water offers NSF 44 certification on all of their water softeners. This certification helps prove to a average consumer that the unit will in fact consistently remove the rock and the radium from your water. Thank you so much for your note.
@@AngelWaterthere is a wide variety of sizes within the kinetico softeners. You said two small tanks. The benefit to the twin tank design is one, clean water regeneration versus dirty water regeneration with single tank electric systems. And they go off of water usage. It actually doesn't even matter how big or small the resin tanks are, as long as the tanks are regenerating at the right time. Plus they offer a continuous supply of soft treated water 24/7 7 days a week. These systems also don't need adjusting all that much either. So there is no need for electronic computers to change settings. They have a disc in their non-electric valve that treats a certain range of hardness per disc. They also use 75% less salt and water during the regeneration cycle which is much better for the environment and not wasting a ton of water and salt. This matters, especially if you're on municipal water. Being on a septic system, you don't want a large amount of salt being dumped into your septic. On paper, the kinetico systems are the world's most efficient softeners and they have been since 1970 when they became a company. And if you have a leaky toilet, I would suggest the homeowner get that fixed instead of worrying about whether they have a kinetico system or not 😅
42 impoves taste and odor. 61 means the product does not leach into the water supply - all water products need this. Now 53 is pretty good.. it proves that the following is removed..asbestos bacteria, cryptosporidium oocysts, radon, lead, mercury, and VOCs. It does not prove Hexavalent Chromium 6 is removed.
My understanding is that it has a 5 year warranty and some dealers double it... Maybe the Kinnetico dealer I know mis spoke or my notes are wrong. Only the tank has a 10 year warranty. Not the control valve or the media. I just checked online and only the tank has 10 years.
A few problems with your statements, Rainsoft is made in Illinois (America), and has a lifetime warranty on all parts as well as the resin media, and is NSF 44 certified. I do not understand what system you are looking at lol, but your information is wrong on at least that one.
Hi, I suggest checking if their products are National Sanitation Foundation Certified: NSF 58 Certified for Drinking water systems, or NSF 44 Certified for water softeners. You can find out it these companies have these certifications by going to nsf.org and typing in the companies name.
They mainly push salt, free systems. If your water is not that hard/ calcium then a salt free system may work fine. They are not a manufacturer, they simply assemble units and sell them to you. What are you trying to accomplish with your water? This will help me let you know if it will achieve your goals.
Yes.. NSF58 for drinking water or NSF44 for water softeners is what we mean. Listed means you will find their name listed on their website when searching for the product. Sorry if I confused you.
Just checked Costco in California and the are not selling Eagle softeners they are selling Eco water softeners. It would’ve been helpful if you gave a model for the Eagle product.
Hi John... I do not think so.. You might have been able to save some money but I would not worry about it.. There are 4 professional companies out there Rainsoft, Culligan, Kinnetico and Ecowater. It is good to have that lifetime warranty from them... It may come into play around year 7 - 10. Rainsoft is the manufacturer and they have local independent dealers. Keep in mind its the local independent you need to trust. So hopefully their local dealer is good. Clearly you trusted the sales person! They make a pretty solid product.
Hello Enjoyed the video thank you!! Contacted Costco/Ecowater and they will only sell WITH installation. They don't install in my area - a little rural... Where can I buy a standard, not too expensive Ecowater softener? We are only 2 people here... Thanks a alot, Gabriel
Hi Gabriel. Thank you so much for your comment. A morton water softener may be an option for you. Some big box stores carry this product. It seems to work better than GE.
I have not. I googled their address and see that they have a store front next in a strip mall. So this leads me to believe they are not a manufacturer. The system on line looks solid but again not sure they are a true manufacturer. Thanks for the note.
In looking at their BBB page, they've been in business for 3 years, have 0 Complaints and 0 reviews. Their Facebook page has 102 LIKES and 103 Followers. Most people don't leave comments on BBB pages if they're happy with the company, so "0" reviews doesn't surprise me. I generally read the complaints to gauge the companies performance. I often see invalid complaints and use that a gauge to the company. What's surprising is that they have "0" complaints for a company that's been in business for 3 years. I might expect to find at least a couple.
Looking a few of these up, you're tied to having professionals install the professional brands. It doesn't look like they just sell the units for the DIY crowd.
you were doing fine till the 17 minute mark. The Rainsoft Warranty is a limited Lifetime warranty, from the MANUFACTURER, right here in Illinois, and that absolutely DOES cover the resin. I appreciate your effort, but accuracy counts.
Any chance you have discounts for disabled veterans? Or have any blemished units that work fine? Or want to work out a marketing collab for a unit? Can help push your sticker units if they are ecos. We are making content for vets and medicine
We always want to help disabled Vets. Please call our main number and mention you want to collaborate on a project for Vets with Andrew and the team will get a hold of me.
Thank you for a comment. I think Britta is a great first step if you're looking for a countertop system to remove chlorine out of the water. If you're talking about Britta's whole home system, I am not a big fan. Britt is not manufacturing the unit. They simply licensed their name to a distributor who is assembling the system and selling it to water dealers around the country. The product is OK. It is not NSF 44 certified.
Next time, you should show the equipment close up so people can see what the units look like! Maybe a more detail video will come out soon! What are the Brands?
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Great Point. I will consider that for our future videos. I tried to stand next to the water softeners so you can get a rough idea. I am 5'7". In that video we have a Culligan, Kinnetico, Rainsoft, Ecowater which are professional grade systems. We had many sticker style systems that have Fleck or Autotrol or Clack Control Valves on top of the water softener. Thanks again!
@@AngelWater Quick question! When your water softener chlorine reader is defected can you just put a new one on? if so where can you purchase one, seems like it's just 2 wires that run to the plug and then to 2 metal prungs that read the salt level coming from the tube in brine tank.
I've been watching videos on water softeners and filtration systems the last 3 nights to try to make a choice. This was the best video I have seen. Straight forward with lots of information
yes, by far the one of the most informative videos on the topic.
Thank you Dave! I'm glad this could help.
Which one did you choose?
which softener did you choose? looking for a brand
Very informative video. what do you think of Titan Water Solutions system?
Not sure, my suggestion is to go to NSF.org and see if they have NSF 44 Certification for their water softeners or NSF 58 Certification for drinking water.. This is how to tell if their systems truly take out the toxins.
Brother, yes, pure gold! Thanks for the knowledge.
Thank you for watching!!
I bought a Kenmore and installed it myself and maintain it myself.
Awesome. Thank you for your comment.
Kinetico units use both tanks so flow rates are very good. Just when it calls for regeneration, one tank is in service and the other one regenerates. I have installed hundreds of them. I think they are definitely worth the money!
Thats great to hear you have had a good experience!
@@AngelWater I especially like the model 4040. It’s great for city water. It dechlorinates and softens the water.
Great explanation on how low quality is ruining real values and equipment
Can you do a video on water softeners and show how to isolate the hose bib supplies for watering the garden. I don't water the water for watering plants to be treated.
Yes, we can do that.. will put that on our list.
I'm getting a Kinetico system installed. Today is 6/27/2023, they install on 6/29/2023. I'm getting the water softener, the hydrogen peroxide part, and the k5 drinking water system. Today we had the salesman come in and do the water test which was much more of a sales pitch than anything. Sort of high pressure too. We were quoted ~10k for just the softener, ~11k for the softener with hydrogen peroxide part, and ~12k for the softener, peroxide, and k5 point of drinking water. This is waaaaay more than I wanted to be spending, but we've been living with horrible water for 8 months now and I don't want to mess around. Anyways I wanted to share my experience, so anyone who would like an update, please reply here and I'll share anything I can. I'm having second thoughts already because of the price, and I feel like simply a hydrogen peroxide system on top of my current water softener would do the trick for everything but staining... I'm normally such a cautious buyer, agonizing for months over a 100$ blender or something silly like that.
Yeah I’m doing an $11k Culligan 7/10/23 with chlorine drip and salt. I’m having the same feelings
@@Reedgains good luck
So far what I have learned from having it for a few days is 1) the people altered my plumbing so that the outside water spigot is now softened de-odorized water? A mistake I will have them correct. 2) This system uses SOOOOOOOOOOOOO much water. The drinking part alone wastes 4.5 bottles of water directly for each 1 bottle I fill from the tap. I'm saying directly, because that's not well water that it's wasting. The drinking water piece and the deodorizer piece both recharge themselves using deodorized and softened water. the water softener recharges itself with only softened water. 3) I haven't noticed a drop in the salt levels yet, my tank is huge, but I have noticed about 5 inches of hydrogen peroxide missing from the 3 foot tall column. The system was installed 4 days ago, and I live together with only my wife. We each take one shower a day. We probably ran 2 loads of dishes and 1 load of laundry. I want to have a smart breaker panel installed so that I can measure how much electricity my well pump and pressurizer are using. The drinking water is delicious though, and all of our water has no trace of odor anymore.
@@kitsurubami we have a similar situation just my wife and I we cook at home a lot. The system in getting will be chlorine/bleach rather than hydrogen peroxide. Good luck let me know how it goes. I’m curious about your system. I didn’t go with kenetico because the rep was an absolute bag of trash. Culligan was my rebound
I'm the same way I dig and dig for months looking at ways to save. I'm looking for a good and appropriate system now. I live with bad water & I'd want the 12K system you describe but I cannot afford to spend that kind of money granted I need the system it's just not financially feasible.
Still confused I don't know what to get
hv u decided?
I am sorry.. If you are looking for a system to last a long time.. Ecowater is top of my list.. followed by Kinnetico. If you are going to be in a home for a few years... Find a local water company that uses a clack valve on the water softener tank.... Call me if you have further questions. angelwater.com you will find our number.
Hey i appreicate you explaining everything about water softners. I live in tampa florida with 3 bathrooms and 5 people, what do you think is the best kind of water softner for me? Im also under city water. Thank you
Hi! For Tampa Bay reach out to Andrew Casademunt with Ecowater, he can help assist you! andrew.casademunt@ecowater.com
Thank you so much for such a great video. It was so educational.
Thanks for watching.
I like to install my stuff so I understand how to use it and fix it when I'm done. Thank you for all your free information.😊
Thank you for watching!! and Good luck :)
Hi Angel can you recommend the proper Eco water softener fir a family of 6.
Thanks in advance
Hi G. There are several things we would need to know like are you on city Water or well water. The ERR 3702 is perfect for city water and the ECR 3702R40 is fantastic for well water. Contact your local local Ecowater dealer and they will help you. If you need any further assistance contact us at 847-382-7800.
Bruv! This is the single most helpful video describing watersofteners I have ever seen. Your delivery if information was both outstanding and entertaining. If you were in my market I would buy from you right now.
Thank you so much for the feedback! :)
what market are they in? I'm in Raleigh nc
@@dons1643 Chicago, he says it in the video
What system would you recommend for a medium sized school. I’m a custodian and the calcium is terrible. Make my job very difficult.
Dear @lakeheuer9776, we need the quality of water, that would mean the grain of hardness per gallon. So water is rated in Hardness and we need to know if it is 10, 20, or 30 grains hard. Also we need to know how many gallons of water the school uses in a day so we can size the water softener correctly. Please reach out to us, we are happy to help you out. Our direct line is 847-382-7800!
@@AngelWater thank you for your
Prompt response. I know you have a hundred other viewers trying to get a hold of you. I am not the head custodian so can’t find out those answers at this time but the drinking fountains and anything stainless steel is messed up and I need to know what to do with them. I try bowl cleaner with hydrochloric acid and it gets it off but it keeps coming back because they have no filtration system on the School whatsoever. I do not know gallons per minute or the hard water or the hard water analysis.
I will call. Thank you for much for your time
Great Vid!
thank you for an explanation of this confusing part of our lives!!
Glad it was helpful!
Great video, very informative. The only question I have is that you mentioned that Culligan is not NSF44 certified but it does say on their water softener manual that they are NSF44 certified, just wondering if they're trying to mislead the customer?
Its rather simple, just go to the NSF.org website and enter their information. Then you will find out if the product is certified by National Sanitation Foundation. Regarding their claim you will have to call Culligan to understand if they are misleading the customer or not.
Great information! Gave me peace of mind as I purchased the EcoWater earlier today. Not even installed yet. Thank you!!
This is so wonderful to hear! Enjoy your new system! Thank you for watching!!
AOSmith I talk to a vender and he said there sister companies with Eco and there NSF 44 . They’re cheaper by 1000.00 . 4195.00 installed with 10 year warranty. I’m probably going with them .
AOSmith is not a sister company to EcoWater. EcoWater is owned by Warren Buffet, AOSmith is owned by AOSmith. I do not believe their products are NSF 44 certified, you can certainly go to NSF.org to find out if they are, simply put their name in the find field.
I just purchased a Hague huge black cylinder tank with brine tank. My home is a 3700 sqft… what’s your take on Hague sir? Thx
If anyone is in the triangle of NC Kinetico is the way to go!
What do you think of the Evolve water softeners?
Evolve is assembled by a distributor. They place a sticker on it and call it Evolve. You have to do your homework and make sure they are using American Made Filter Material. Also, it is not NSF certified which is important in my book. The valve is made by Clack and that is a very solid valve.
More importantly, I need what this guy drinks in the morning :)
Angel Water lol!
Actually.. I drink half my weight in ounces in water a day. I follow Gary Brecka suggestions in being more healthy. Ice bath first thing vs coffee. I also workout first thing.. Have a great day.
Waterboss site says they are Made in the USA. I had a tank fail after around 8 years and they replaced it with no questions asked and the warranty reset to 10 years.
Thankyou for this. I just bought the Water Boss 700.
Yes Water Boss is made in America. It is great if you have water under 12 Grains of Hardness and its one or two people or less in the home. Water Boss is also good for people who have very tight spaces to install the unit. But high water users and high water hardness is not good for the Water Boss.
what do you think about The Hague water max system?
Yo! Denzel, I like your intro video on your channel. I'm going to jump in here for the team to answer your question. From the looks of it, it looks like a pretty good piece of equipment. Being in the industry over a decade there are some differences. I would look to see if it has certification, such as NSF 44 (to remove hardness and contaminants from water). It says that it has certification from the state of California and WQA but no cert from NSF itself! The EcoWater system has NSF 44 Cert. Type in any name or model of system here to verify it actually has certification: info.nsf.org/Certified/DWTU/ - Notice that Hauge or WaterMax isn't listed even though in the Hauge manual on page 5 says it has certification! Some EcoWater models have lifetime warranty on filter material. Hauge promises 25 years on the filter material. It also looks like it was recently bought out. I wish the industry would make this stuff more clear. Best of luck.
@@DaveKaiserIII thank you 🙏 I will look into this more appreciate it
DAve Kaiser put it very well about certification. I also am not a fan of small water softeners that fill the tank full of filter material. Without the space above the filter material.. the filter material does not rinse out correctly. This is why we find big box systems dont last long.
Great video.
Is Hellenbrand water softeners a good brand and do you know if it’s NSF certified?
Yes Hellenbrand premiere water softeners are great water softeners because they use quality components. I don't know if it is certified or not. I don't believe it is, you can go to NSF.org to find out more.
Thank you for replying back. I did some more research and I found a specification sheet. Yes they are NSF/ANSI 44 and Clack is the OEM manufacture for their water valves. If I lived closer I would have make arrangements to met up with you. I really like this water treatment business. It’s very interesting.
What do you think about Spring well? We are making a purchase in about few months and highly considering Springwell. We’re in Dallas.
I don't know anything about Spring well. Simply put whatever water softener or filter you are looking for on NSF.org, make sure it is NSF 44 certified for a water softener or NSF 58 certified for reverse osmosis system. My research online makes me believe they are buying their products from China and it may not be certified.
What about aquakleen, just got offered that... Any advice?
What about Eco IDP40 CC? I am about to buy that one as I’m not a Costco member. Is that one just as good or not? I know it doenst have the WiFi but idc.
what do you think about superior water quality ? 2 tank system lifetime warranty nsf grade
I suggest checking if the products are National Sanitation Foundation Certified on the NSF website.. go to nsf.org and type in the companies name.
GO straight to 15:40 where he talks about what really matters.
Eco Water rules!
He himself buys from Eco water because it is the best.
Costco sells Eco Water because that's what their professional product shoppers endorse for sale from Costco stores.
He even throws in a name drop of Warren Buffett being an investor in Eco Waters!
So there!
Save the 15 and half and minutes. Go straight to what you're here for, choosing the best water softener, filtration system for your home.
Thanks for your comment!!
Hi Drew, whats your take on LIfesource? i just purchased the Elite water filter and scale solver for $7400. Two big tanks, installation is next week.
What are your thoughts on Puronics
Hi,I suggest checking if their products are National Sanitation Foundation Certified: NSF 58 Certified for Drinking water systems, or NSF 44 Certified for water softeners. You can find out it these companies have these certifications by going to nsf.org and typing in the companies name..
I personally did not find Puronics on the list.
Whats your take on NuvoH2O?. Its being marketted as hottest new water softner on the market. I believe its a NSF 42 rated.
Can anyone give their feedback on Aqua Systems?
Whst was the last one? Cant undertand it from the video. Eco, Equa, Evoqua, etc. Trying to Google it and i see a variety of options that match your pronounciation.
Ecowater.
Having been in the water treatment biz with both Rainsoft and Aquathin, IMO the best is none of the above. Instead get a DI rental (like used by Kidney Dialysis) and have them change it out as needed
1:40 love this quote
Thank you for your comment.
What are your thoughts on ONIT?
Hi,
I suggest checking if their products are National Sanitation Foundation Certified: NSF 58 Certified for Drinking water systems, or NSF 44 Certified for water softeners. You can find out it these companies have these certifications by going to nsf.org and typing in the companies name.
GREAT VIDEO MAN!!!!
Does anyone have any info on if the puronics defender is any good? I talked to a company today that is offering that for $6500. Seems a little steep and not a ton of videos mentioning this brand.
What would choose between waterboss and kinetico?
Would you recommend aquaox filtration with springwell softener?
Here is a ChatGPT summary of the transcript that cuts out a lot of the cruft in the video:
The video provides a detailed comparison of different water softener options available in 2023. It starts with an introduction to the complex water softener industry and the presenter, Drew, aims to simplify the selection process by categorizing manufacturers into three groups: big box retailers, sticker companies, and professional grade manufacturers. For each category, he evaluates them based on warranty, American manufacturing, NSF 44 listing, serviceability, and pressure loss.
- Big Box Retailers: These include brands like GE, available at Home Depot, Lowe’s, etc. Pros include lower price and small footprint. Cons include short warranty periods, not being made in America, lack of NSF 44 certification, difficult serviceability, and potential for reduced water pressure.
- Sticker Companies: This category has a vast number of brands like Pelican and Aquasana, offering products that are often assembled from parts made elsewhere, frequently China. The focus here is on the importance of warranty, the misleading claim of "Made in America," and the importance of NSF 44 certification. These products generally have better serviceability than big box options but may still present issues with water pressure.
- Professional Grade: Four main companies are highlighted - Culligan, Rainsoft, Kinetico, and EcoWater. These options tend to offer better warranties and features but at a higher price. The discussion includes the importance of NSF 44 certification, American manufacturing, serviceability, and water pressure implications. EcoWater is noted for its comprehensive warranties, NSF 44 listing, and being a choice of Costco due to its reliability and quality.
Throughout, Drew emphasizes the importance of understanding your needs based on your living situation, the significance of warranties, the value of NSF 44 certification for health and safety, and the potential costs associated with installation and service. The aim is to educate the viewer on making an informed decision when choosing a water softener.
Thanks for the interest and your comment!! This is a wonderful summary by chatGPT.
Do you know anything about VESTA whole house filtration systems?
Bought a Aqua Sure harmony series softener with whole house 3 stage filter so we hired a plumber system 400 bucks plumbing 450 with exit drain 👍🏼. Love the system was quoted 4500 From a door to door solicitor for a Culligan water softener system a neighbor did get them and their system failed 😂😂😂
I am glad Erik you saved some $. There are 4 professional companies out there and Culligan is one. Rainsoft, Kinnetico and Ecowater are the others. Whey you purchased your Aqua Sure - You are the one that has to monitor your water quality before and after the system! If you are a do it yourself person, then that works great! Just keep your hardness test kit close and test it after a few days to make sure it is properly filtering your water. TEST hot and cold. It should be 0 grains hard! Also set your calendar to really check the quality of the filter material in 2 year increments. They use a Chinese Made Filter Material which tends to go within a few years. You can then replace it yourself at that mark. Testing your water is critical for knowing when this needs to be done. FYI Culligan is the manufacturer and they have local dealers. Maybe in your area you got a poor quality dealer or a poor quality rep who visited you. Good LUCK and thanks for the note!
Brita Pro water guy quoted me 4500, including whole house system, softener, and Reverse Osmosis under sink.
Erik, How long have you had the system?
So you would say eco water system is the best ?
You are a national treasure. Thank you!!
Wow, thank you!
Thank you for the video. What do you think about Puragain water filtration?
Hi Helen, Puragain clearly is a company who puts their sticker on water filter systems. They are not a manufacturer. They clearly are pushing rental systems, which if you are on a budget may work well for you. But let's be clear the manifold on the reverse osmosis system is clearly made in China or Taiwan because that design is not manufactured in America. The system is not BPA free. And lastly, I don't see anything discussing NSF 58 or NSF 44 certifications. You may want to reach out to them and ask these questions.
Lastly, please note their statement on their whole home system .. "Filtersorb SP3 media where it undergoes a process called Nucleation Assisted Crystallization (NAC)". This means they are not softening the water, they are conditioning the water. Filtersorb will not remove the rock from your water. So you need to be clear with what your goals are.... If you want to make your hair better, skin better, cleaner clothing, remove white film from dishes, shower, then you need a water softener.
Angel great video and a lot of info, I have played it like 6 times already. Unfortunately Eco Water is not available in Miami, and Culligan is very pricy. what are your thoughts on Spring Well and Crystal Quest combo units?
We are in West Palm. Call us. We can send a man to your place. 847-382-7800. Thanks for the note.
Great video - very informative and will allow us to do quicker and better research on what we need - thank you
Very good video. As time passes, more and more "conditioner" sales will be made using such technologies like catalytic processors and TAC, but softeners are ion based actually removing hardness. Processors are great as long as the customer knows the differences.
There are trade-offs with everything regarding water conditioning.
Big box softeners made in China? I thought they were made in Wisconsin. Maybe parts made in China?
@AngelWater thank you for this video. what is your take on Hydrotech 89 series? (warranty, serviceability and any comment) and quoted at $1500
Sorry I looked on NSF.org website. I do not see that their product is NSF44 Certified. I know their website says that but I never trust a website, I have learned to go directly to the NSF site. Have them prove it to you. Next is that a quote installed or shipped to you?
My local plumber is recommending the Novo 489 high efficiency. You didn’t cover that one (unless it’s a sticker brand?) how does that compare?
@angelwater Any thoughts here?
Looks like a cartridge based system. Its a sticker company for sure. It appears that if you are looking for a water softener I would stick to a NSF44 certified system. I dont see one on their website. Thanks for the note! I hope this helps. If not please call me at 847-382-7800
Thank you so much great presentation ❤
Thank you so much for watching!
Is a water softener synonymous with a water purifyer? A long time ago I remember my grandmother's water tasted terrible (maybe it was brackish?) and she had a water conditioner that made it taste much better but also made it ultra soft. I recall feeling like I couldn't rinse the soap off my hands. Can softeners be tuned to not create such soft water? Thanks.
No. Purifiers use something like a charcoal filter to remove impurities and can improve water hardness a bit, but softeners use salt to "swap out" calcium and lime from the water to eliminate hardness. Purifiers offer a broader range of improvement to the water, but don't do as much for hardness
Some systems can be set for your softness values but has to be a water softener.
Clack or eco water is better?
Great video. Takes a lot of guessing out of it. Costco to the resque, again. (While you get your chicken . . )
Is Hellenbrand a quality water softener?
We have been using Hellenbrand for over 15 years. We think they are a fantastic OEM. Stands for original equipment manufacture. Simply put they are a distributor with extra services. If you get their Promate series, it's a fantastic unit. Recently, they've been purchased by a couple different companies. We hope as the larger corporations absorb them they keep their small company feel.
Where you guys located
Chicago IL, and West Palm Beach, FL!
what do you think of the hydro tech water softener?
Next time he should put the top 5 companies on the front of the screen so we can see them after him talking who remember them but great information
Pro.H2O cws1, is that kind good?
Thank you. It was helpful.
I came across your video today. I have an appointment with Rainsoft to install a salt free system on Tuesday. Sounds like I am not going to get what I expected. Would Eco Water be the way to go? I live in NJ. Times are hard and I am not looking for added stress and expense. Thanks and hope you see this in the next 24 hrs and can respond so that I can cancel.
have u decided what to do?
Look.for PURONICS brand.
Thank you for your comment. Again I apologize for not responding sooner. Please see my response to your other comment.
What are NSF 44 besides EcoWater? What's the cheapest option that has that?
Just found out that Water Boss has a few that offer NSF44 certification. The systems are not all that great but hey the price is less.
Can you tag your video on water conditioners, please?
A true salesman
Love to educate people on Clean Safe Water!
Great video, it would be better if the info on Rainsoft,culligan and kinetico was accurate. Seems to me you are just trying to say your eco water systems
To be clear, I do not make Eco Water systems. That corporation is owned by Warren Buffett. We service all makes and models and simply have found that any product that has NSF 44 certification tends to be a better product. Thank you for your feedback. I will take this into consideration on my 2024 video.
In which group would you put a Pentair Everpure system?
You missed one of the most important features the Kinetico has over every water softener on the market. Soft water regeneration. And the only way you get soft water regeneration is by having a dual tank system. Every single tank electric water softener uses untreated water during the backwashing cycle. Kinetico systems are the world's most efficient softeners and use 70% less water and salt during the backwashing/regeneration cycle.
I'll never buy an electric water softener again. And I'm also not worried about whether it's serviceable or not by other companies or that I myself can't service it. Kinetico has over 3700 dealerships in the US alone.
Thanks for this ! You’ve helped narrow down my choices
@@copiouscat you're welcome! Kinetico are one of the only companies around in this industry that are 100% American made. Use 70% less salt than traditional water softeners. They are truly the world's most efficient softeners out there. Glad I could help! You'll want to get the K5 drinking water system, too. Nothing out there that even compares to it.
@@nickaroni87what about the water pressure loss? My family enjoys high pressure showers. Is the pressure loss that noticable with these units?
@@jacobfain6504 the Premier Series systems offer twice the flow rates in comparison to traditional water softeners. I'm on a community well and have the Premier 2060. My water pressure isn't the greatest and I never see a drop in pressure when the system regenerates. Are they on city or well water? City water typically runs between 40-60 psi and you're good with that. They even run off lower pressure. I go through one 40lb bag of salt every 3-40 months with 4 people in the house. Every household is different and water quality is different but still. They are the best out there and they are worth the money!
@@nickaroni87 thanks for all the info man I really appreciate it. We use city water. In the process of building right now and thought it would be a good idea to add a water softening system for the house. I know my wife wouldn't want to give up any water pressure so that's why I asked after he mentioned in the video about it. Would you recommend we get the same system you have for us? We're a family of 5
Can you comment on the Brita Pro whole house filtration system with water softener?
Basically a distributor purchased or made a contract with Britta to use their name in order to sell products. The water softener is made with a clock valve and a clock tank. I don't know the quality of the filter material. If the unit is not NSF 44 certified, then I personally would steer away from it.
which one is the best in these?
Kinetico hands down
So I do like Kinetico... However the drawback there is that they take filter material and break it into two small tanks. In high flow cases we have seen Calcium Creep. This means that if you use a lot of water it slips by the filter. In addition, their valve allows no programming features. So that means when we want to make an adjustment for challenging Water situations we cannot. In addition, it does not offer any diagnostics. So if you have a leaky toilet or something running water, this water softener will not let you know. It is very important to know this information when diagnosing issues with water softeners. Lastly, you also want to check to make sure that the model you are buying has NSF 44 certification. Have a great day.
I do like the Ecowater and Chandler products. You will find Eagle Water offers NSF 44 certification on all of their water softeners. This certification helps prove to a average consumer that the unit will in fact consistently remove the rock and the radium from your water. Thank you so much for your note.
@@AngelWaterthere is a wide variety of sizes within the kinetico softeners. You said two small tanks. The benefit to the twin tank design is one, clean water regeneration versus dirty water regeneration with single tank electric systems. And they go off of water usage. It actually doesn't even matter how big or small the resin tanks are, as long as the tanks are regenerating at the right time. Plus they offer a continuous supply of soft treated water 24/7 7 days a week. These systems also don't need adjusting all that much either. So there is no need for electronic computers to change settings. They have a disc in their non-electric valve that treats a certain range of hardness per disc. They also use 75% less salt and water during the regeneration cycle which is much better for the environment and not wasting a ton of water and salt. This matters, especially if you're on municipal water. Being on a septic system, you don't want a large amount of salt being dumped into your septic. On paper, the kinetico systems are the world's most efficient softeners and they have been since 1970 when they became a company. And if you have a leaky toilet, I would suggest the homeowner get that fixed instead of worrying about whether they have a kinetico system or not 😅
What about NSF 42, 61 and 53 ????
42 impoves taste and odor. 61 means the product does not leach into the water supply - all water products need this.
Now 53 is pretty good.. it proves that the following is removed..asbestos bacteria, cryptosporidium oocysts, radon, lead, mercury, and VOCs. It does not prove Hexavalent Chromium 6 is removed.
Kinetico has a factory 10 year warranty.
Best warranty on the market that actually holds true to what it covers. Don't be scammed into "lifetime" warranties
My understanding is that it has a 5 year warranty and some dealers double it... Maybe the Kinnetico dealer I know mis spoke or my notes are wrong. Only the tank has a 10 year warranty. Not the control valve or the media. I just checked online and only the tank has 10 years.
A few problems with your statements, Rainsoft is made in Illinois (America), and has a lifetime warranty on all parts as well as the resin media, and is NSF 44 certified. I do not understand what system you are looking at lol, but your information is wrong on at least that one.
What about Hague and Puronics (was Ionics)
Hi, I suggest checking if their products are National Sanitation Foundation Certified: NSF 58 Certified for Drinking water systems, or NSF 44 Certified for water softeners. You can find out it these companies have these certifications by going to nsf.org and typing in the companies name.
Any thoughts on the puragain water filtration system?
They mainly push salt, free systems. If your water is not that hard/ calcium then a salt free system may work fine. They are not a manufacturer, they simply assemble units and sell them to you. What are you trying to accomplish with your water? This will help me let you know if it will achieve your goals.
Thanks for the information but it took me 18 minutes to get what I wanted and could’ve been done in four minutes.
Sorry about that, I can talk forever about the water industry
Well Said!! :)
Thank you for watching our videos and commenting.
Halo or Lifesource Water System???
You mention NSF "listed" but this is not the same as NSF "certified" is it?
Yes.. NSF58 for drinking water or NSF44 for water softeners is what we mean. Listed means you will find their name listed on their website when searching for the product. Sorry if I confused you.
Just checked Costco in California and the are not selling Eagle softeners they are selling Eco water softeners. It would’ve been helpful if you gave a model for the Eagle product.
Hey, I heard him say “Eco water” in this video. I can see how that sounds very similar to “Eagle water” though! Cheers!
@@localhost.0 Same, I heard Eco water - Anthony needs a hearing aid
Sorry.. it is Ecowater. I will slow down on my next video.
Rain soft said and seeing their warranty it’s a lifetime limited warranty. They have me at 10k. Did I get scammed?
Hi John... I do not think so.. You might have been able to save some money but I would not worry about it.. There are 4 professional companies out there Rainsoft, Culligan, Kinnetico and Ecowater. It is good to have that lifetime warranty from them... It may come into play around year 7 - 10. Rainsoft is the manufacturer and they have local independent dealers. Keep in mind its the local independent you need to trust. So hopefully their local dealer is good. Clearly you trusted the sales person! They make a pretty solid product.
Hello Enjoyed the video thank you!! Contacted Costco/Ecowater and they will only sell WITH installation. They don't install in my area - a little rural... Where can I buy a standard, not too expensive Ecowater softener? We are only 2 people here... Thanks a alot, Gabriel
Hi Gabriel. Thank you so much for your comment. A morton water softener may be an option for you. Some big box stores carry this product. It seems to work better than GE.
Shell water systems have a liftime guarantee on tanks and valves. All made in the U.S. ( Texas ). Better Buisness rated an A+.
Have you heard of them?
I have not. I googled their address and see that they have a store front next in a strip mall. So this leads me to believe they are not a manufacturer. The system on line looks solid but again not sure they are a true manufacturer. Thanks for the note.
In looking at their BBB page, they've been in business for 3 years, have 0 Complaints and 0 reviews. Their Facebook page has 102 LIKES and 103 Followers. Most people don't leave comments on BBB pages if they're happy with the company, so "0" reviews doesn't surprise me. I generally read the complaints to gauge the companies performance. I often see invalid complaints and use that a gauge to the company. What's surprising is that they have "0" complaints for a company that's been in business for 3 years. I might expect to find at least a couple.
Looking a few of these up, you're tied to having professionals install the professional brands. It doesn't look like they just sell the units for the DIY crowd.
Can I buy from you? This shopping for a softener sucks!!
Yes you can, call us at 847-382-7800 or visit angelwater.com!
i feel like i was watching a crazy Eddie commercial (Philly)
"You're here because you clicked on Best Water Softeners 2023" How did he know!!?!
Thanks for a comment. I like to stay at the obvious. Lol.
you were doing fine till the 17 minute mark. The Rainsoft Warranty is a limited Lifetime warranty, from the MANUFACTURER, right here in Illinois, and that absolutely DOES cover the resin. I appreciate your effort, but accuracy counts.
Is Halo 5 any good?
What do you think of water right systems?
A NSF44 Certified Water Softener. Made in America is best. Thank you for your comments.
me watching this at 350 am
3:34 am for me 2 mo later.
Got more than half way and still no water softener reviews, so I gave up
Thanks for the feedback. My next video I will work on being quicker. It is a complicated subject with a lot of products on the market.
Does he mention about marlo by any chance
No. I did not mention Marlo. Are they still in business?
Any chance you have discounts for disabled veterans? Or have any blemished units that work fine? Or want to work out a marketing collab for a unit? Can help push your sticker units if they are ecos. We are making content for vets and medicine
We always want to help disabled Vets. Please call our main number and mention you want to collaborate on a project for Vets with Andrew and the team will get a hold of me.
water boss water softeners are made in USA
Thank you, Seth, for letting us know!
How do you like Brita?
Thank you for a comment. I think Britta is a great first step if you're looking for a countertop system to remove chlorine out of the water. If you're talking about Britta's whole home system, I am not a big fan. Britt is not manufacturing the unit. They simply licensed their name to a distributor who is assembling the system and selling it to water dealers around the country. The product is OK. It is not NSF 44 certified.