Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know which water conditioner is best for me?
Your Tri County Water technician can perform a free test to analyze your water and recommend the best softener to solve your hard water problems.

Why can’t I just buy a water softener from the local home improvement store?
There are many different types of hard water and hard water problems. A one size fits all approach may not meet all your needs. With a free and simple test, your Tri County Water technician can analyze your water and recommend the best solution.

How expensive is a water conditioning system?
A water treatment system from Tri County Water more than pays for itself. You will use less soap and detergent, your appliances are more energy efficient, and you will get longer life out of your clothing, dishes, and water using appliances.

What’s wrong with having no water softener?
Hard water can build up scale in your pipes and water-using appliances. To keep your dishwasher, water heater, pips, and ice makers in top working order, it is much better to use conditioned water. You will have fewer maintenance problems and add to the life of your appliances and pipes.

How do I know when I need salt delivered?
Depending on how many people are in your home and the amount of water you use, you will use varying amounts of salt. Your Tri County Water technician will be able to determine how often you need to have salt delivered and get you on a delivery schedule that meets your needs.

Isn’t municipal water already softened?
Municipalities often treat water with chlorine to kill bacteria. This meets Federal requirements, but can leave a chlorine aftertaste in your water. It also does not soften water, so a water conditioning system is still recommended.