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    Water Softener... Educate me...

    Ok... So I'm in search of a new water softener... our's is on the way out... Our water is pretty hard here in Parker County, but I know jack about softeners...

    Basics... 3 bathrooms... 1 wife, 3 kids (2 of which are girls and growing like weeds) and tons of laundry due all 3 kids playing sports...

    Any suggestions? Really any???

    Brands to stay away from or brands that you recommend? Resin in tank or separate from the tank?

    Thanks in advance
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      Kinetico. Close thread.

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        #4
        Buy something with a fleck head and manage it yourself. $500/$600 should buy what you need.

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          Following. I will
          Be needing the same info soon, Lord willing.


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            Originally posted by mavrick View Post
            Buy something with a fleck head and manage it yourself. $500/$600 should buy what you need.
            Yep

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              I am in Parker county also. I put in the Aquasana well Rhino over a year ago. It's been great so far and it's salt free.

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                #8
                Originally posted by bowhunterchris View Post
                Kinetico. Close thread.
                ^^^This^^^

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                  I've "heard" the ones at the big box stores tend to wear out fast..

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                    We have a Kenmore 300 series right now... was installed in 2010... doesn't seem like a well made product. There's salt build up on the drain port, it isn't using any salt at this time... Had a plumber out today that tested the water and we're at 18 ppm which is really high from what I can tell from the interwebs...

                    Don't really want to drop 4k-5k on one of the really nice systems, but don't want to buy junk that I'll have to replace next year either... just not sure what route to take.

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                      #11
                      Look up water right softners, put one in back in February, easy to use, easy to install, made a huge difference

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                        I was told by several different water treatment companies that Fleck was the best. I put my own in and had no problems with installation and it has been great these last several years.

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                          Originally posted by chehunt View Post
                          I've "heard" the ones at the big box stores tend to wear out fast..
                          Well, I have had two different ones from big box stores in the last 25yrs or so, so I would say mine lasted pretty well. No way I would pay big $$$ to a water softener company. I currently have a GE from HD, and it has worked flawlessly for years!

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                            This is what I have been using since 2004, I have not touched it except to add salt. Here is a question, is your housed plumbed to have your outside hoses or sprinkler go through softener? When you run a sprinkler system you will K.O. a softener quick. I am in Parker county also hard water and all! if the above applies tell the distributor this, he will set you up right
                            Fleck 2510SXT Meter Water Softener - 24,000 Grain Capacity
                            http://www.qualitywaterforless.com/Fleck_2510SXT_Meter_24000_p/f-r24-2510sxt.htm
                            [short_description] Simple and reliable, the Fleck 2510SXT Electronic Meter-Demand Valve provides larger internal porting for better flow rates and less pressure drop. SEE FULL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND MANUALS BELOW [/short_description] [product_description] Fleck 2510SXT Electronic Meter-Demand Softener System Simple and reliable, the Fleck 2510SXT Electronic Meter-Demand Valve provides larger internal porting for better flow rates and less pressure drop.Featuring a sturdy design and separate drive motor, the 2510 offers great value and long-lasting service. The Fleck 2510SXT combines all of the rich features of its predecessor, the 2510 Mechanical, with a simple-to-use electronic interface and the benefit of unique programming and diagnostic features previously unavailable on the previous 2510SE. One key feature is the on-board capacitor, which keeps the correct time during a power outage for up to 48 hours! Take control of all phases of your softener's operation by customizing any of the SXT Timer's many options. PLEASE USE CARE WHEN TIGHTENING THE METER CLIP SCREWS - SIMPLY TIGHTEN UNTIL THE CLIPS ARE IN PLACE - SNUG IS TOO TIGHT Estimated Delivery: 1 to 1.5 Weeks This Product Includes • Fleck 2510SXT Meter Valve & Cover • Plumbing Adapter (As Chosen From Options) • 8x44 Mineral Tank • 15x17 Rectangular Salt Tank • 0.75 Cu Ft Hi-Capacity Resin, 8% Crosslink • Valve-to-Brine Tank Tubing, 6 Ft. x 3/8" • Brine Tank Safety Overflow Assembly Helpful Links & Downloads • Fleck 2510SXT Spec Sheet ~237k • Fleck SXT Timer Spec Sheet ~1,738k • Fleck 2510 Service Manual ~1,294k • Fleck SXT Timer Service Manual ~1,738k • Fleck 2510SXT Installation Guide ~1,145k • Fleck 2510SXT Warranty Sheet ~28k System Specifications Regen Type: Meter Initiated Timer Type: Electronic Cycle Type: 5-Cycle Adjustable Electrical Requirements: 24vac / 60hz (Plug-In Transformer Included) Limited Warranty: 5 years (Valve), 10 years (Tank) Service Flow Rate: 9.60 gpm, 15 psi Drop Backwash Rate: 1.50 gpm Dimensions (WxDxH): 23 x 15 x 53 Shipping Weight: 80 lbs [/product_description]



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                              #15
                              Originally posted by bowhunterchris View Post
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                              Will cost you $$$ but the non-electric water softeners are the best. You get what you pay for. Great investment if you plan to live in your home for a while.

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