Recent content by Mike16W

Thanks for the recommendation and all the information. I ordered a Fleck 1.5 cubic this morning.

I have no idea why they are saying what they are saying. I live alone but will have another person visiting. I understand you are suppose to size it below the max but it seems like there should be very little variation on what size is needed. That's why I posted this question here. What size...

Quotes for best size I have now received quotes recommending a water softener that is 80k. Why is there so much variation in the size recommendations that I need. There should'nt be this much difference in what is recommended for my situation. Either it is the right size or it isn't.

Thanks for the recommendation. I am new to this subject and still trying to figure out how you would set a system to use 9 lbs of salt. I will look for a 1.5 cubic foot system. I think those are usually classified as 48k units, aren't they? Like I said, I am still learning.

I have just moved into a house that does not have a water softener but has very hard water. I am the only one in the house the greatest majority of the time and have low water usage appliances with 2 1/2 baths. The results from my water test are: Source: Well pH: 7.3 Iron: 0.3 PPM...

Local Companies The only local companies that I know are the National Chains or Home Depot, etc. I was hoping to find a couple that people would recommend so I don't have to make a choice without any evidence how good they are.

I have moved into a house in New Mexico that uses a shared well and I am in desperate need of a water softener. I have ordered a kit to have my water tested but would like to know what internet store people on this forum would recommend. I see that there is quite a few and I have no knowledge...