Pentair Water Solutions
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RainSoft Water Treatment Systems
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Kinetico
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Culligan Water of Boston
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H2O Care
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Water softeners and treatment systems aren’t one-size-fits-all. If you’re interested in improving your water quality, there are a few key variables you need to assess before you buy. These include the types of contaminations you want to target, your water source, whether you’re interested in eco-friendly options and the level of maintenance and upkeep.
Additionally, it’s important to compare different types of water filter system options.
Common options include:
Different water filtration systems and purifiers will have different installation and maintenance needs. Most water purification companies will provide installation, repair and ongoing maintenance services. Some small-scale systems may be able to be maintained on your own. When working with a water treatment system company, be sure to ask what type of maintenance is required. Additionally, find out what warranties and money-back guarantees are offered to best protect yourself.
The average cost of a water treatment system in Boston is $3,136. Prices can start as low as $650 and cap out at $5,500, with a typical range of $2,093 to $4,178. Pricing starts with the filtration system type. For example, a single under-sink system could cost as little as $150, while a whole-house system will start at around $1,000. Several factors affect the overall cost, including:
Another important budget consideration is that water bills can be higher for homes with water treatment systems. The regeneration or backwash cycles can sometimes become stuck in a cycle with higher water use. This could make your monthly water utility bill higher.
Water treatment systems can be a big investment upfront. Because of the plumbing aspect, it’s important to hire professional plumbing experts for larger, whole-home projects. To help with the initial upfront costs, many companies offer discounts and have financing available.
Pentair Water Solutions |
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Pentair Water Solutions works with local, certified dealers to install water treatment systems. It doesn’t sell to residents directly, but you can search online for a local expert. Pentair manufactures water softeners and installs whole house filtration systems, under-sink and countertop filtration systems, shower filtration systems and UV disinfection systems. Their systems can help reduce hard water scaling, chlorine taste/odor and lead/arsenic contamination. Warranties vary based on the system. |
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NuvoH20 offers water softeners and point-of-use systems. Point-of-use includes dishwasher and water heater systems. NuvoH20 specializes in citrus-based softeners as an alternative to salt. The citrus helps prevent and remove scale buildup, which improves water purity and taste. NuvoH20 cartridges are replaced about every six months, and an auto-ship membership program is available. NuvoH20 disperses clean water throughout the whole home, and citric acid lowers pH levels, which is beneficial for the environment. NuvoH20 offers a five-year warranty with some restrictions. |
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RainSoft Water Treatment Systems |
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RainSoft Water Treatment Systems specializes in water conditioning systems, drinking water systems, filters, air purifiers and laundry systems. You can schedule a free water test and in-home consultation to see which system is best for your water type. RainSoft Water Treatment Systems is a national company that works with vetted local dealers with partners in Boston. Products include a limited lifetime warranty. |
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Kinetico |
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Kinetico offers water softeners, drinking water products and specialty filters and systems. You can get a quote online and schedule a water test, which is free in most cases. Kinetico is a nationwide company that partners with local professionals for installation and service. Kinetico local professionals are specialty-trained and authorized to work on its systems. Warranties range from two to 10 years. |
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Culligan Water of Boston |
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Culligan Water of Boston provides water treatment and softener systems, reverse osmosis systems, drinking water purification, total home filtration and commercial water treatment. Free water testing is available for system matching and recommendations. Culligan offers a 30-day money-back guarantee and a $100 veterans discount. Culligan Water of Boston is located at 21 Cochituate St., Natick, MA 01760. |
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H2O Care |
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H2O Care offers total home water filtration systems, water softeners, reverse osmosis and point-of-use filtration systems. It offers free water assessments, which can be particularly helpful for those on private wells. H2O Care doesn’t contract out its work and only employs licensed master and journeyman plumbers to install its systems. H20 Care serves Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine with its main office at 18 Lonergan Road, Middleton, MA 01949. |
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