Water Softener Installation Near Brea, California
Water Softener Installation Near Brea, California
Sized right. Installed clean. Programmed for your water.
We match your home’s hardness (GPG), people/usage, and peak flow to a system that truly softens water. Our plumbers install neat, serviceable piping with a proper bypass, set the controller for efficient demand-initiated regeneration, and verify results with a before/after hardness test.
Which System Is Right for You?
Salt-Based (Ion Exchange) Water Softener — Best for Hardness
- Removes hardness minerals (calcium, magnesium)
- Ideal for scale prevention and true soft water feel
- Demand-initiated control valves minimize salt and water use
Salt-Free “Conditioner” (Template-Assisted Crystallization/Media)
- Helps reduce scale adherence but does not remove hardness
- Low maintenance; consider when salt use or drain access is a concern
- Great as a scale control option, not a true softener
We’ll explain pros/cons for your plumbing, appliances, and goals.
How We Size Your Softener (The Smart Way)
- Hardness level (grains per gallon)
- Household size & fixtures (current + future)
- Peak flow (showers, laundry, dishwasher simultaneously)
- Iron/sediment load (pre-filtration if needed)
Right sizing prevents pressure drop, extends media life, and keeps salt usage efficient.
What’s Included with a Service Lion Install
- Neat, serviceable piping with a labeled bypass loop
- Air-gap & drain to an approved receptor; overflow routing for brine tank
- Shutoff valves & unions for easy future service
- Controller programming (capacity, reserve, salt dose)
- Start-up & verification: manual regeneration and hardness re-test
- Homeowner walkthrough: salt type, settings, and basic care
Bringing your own system? We’ll install homeowner-supplied equipment and note any adapters or parts needed for a clean, code-compliant finish.
Care & Maintenance Tips
- Keep salt level ½–¾ full; use high-purity pellets
- Break salt bridges if a hard crust forms in the brine tank
- Replace pre-filters on schedule to protect resin/valves
- Trigger a manual regen after plumbing work or long vacations
- Re-check hardness annually and adjust settings if household size changes
Why Choose Service Lion
- Local Brea / North OC licensed plumbers
- Clean, code-compliant installs with photo-backed workmanship
- Clear options and no surprise add-ons
- We service what we install and stand behind our work
Popular Add-Ons & Upgrades
- Sediment/Carbon pre-filter to protect valves & resin
- Leak alarm and drain pan (where applicable)
- Dedicated outlet and tidy cord management
- Whole-home carbon filter for taste/odor chlorine reduction
- Reverse osmosis (RO) at the kitchen sink for drinking/cooking
Signs You’re Ready for a New Softener (or First Install)
- White scale on faucets, glass, and shower doors
- Cloudy dishes and film from the dishwasher
- Dry skin/hair, soaps won’t lather, laundry feels stiff
- Replacing a failing/obsolete softener or finishing a remodel
- Upgrading to tankless and want to keep it scale-free
Our Water Softener Installation Process
- Test & plan — hardness reading, location, drain/overflow, electrical
- Mount & plumb — resin/brine tanks, bypass, shutoffs, tidy routing
- Drain/air-gap — code-compliant discharge and brine overflow protection
- Program & start-up — set hardness/capacity; run initial regeneration
- Verify — before/after hardness test at a nearby faucet
- Walkthrough — salt type, setting tweaks, and maintenance schedule
You’ll know what we installed, how it’s set, and how to keep it efficient.
Ready to Schedule Water Softener Installation?
Call (657) 669-0259 or request service online. We’ll confirm you’re in the Brea / Orange County service area and schedule your water softener install.
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Water Softener Installation FAQs
Do I need a permit?
Often not for like-for-like replacements; some cities require a simple plumbing permit for new installs. We’ll advise based on your address.
Where will the softener drain?
To an approved drain with an air-gap per code. We’ll route the brine tank overflow safely as well.
What grain capacity should I choose?
Depends on hardness, people/usage, and peak flow. We’ll size it so you get soft water without pressure drop or excessive salt use.
Can a softener feed a tankless water heater?
Yes — and it protects the heat exchanger from scale. Many tankless manufacturers recommend softening above certain hardness levels.
What’s the difference between a softener and a conditioner?
A softener removes hardness (ion exchange). A salt-free conditioner helps control scale but does not remove hardness minerals. We’ll help you choose based on goals and plumbing.
