Water Softening Equipment Services in Orange County, CA
Installation, Repair & Maintenance by White Glove Plumbing
Hard water leaves spots on glass, scale in pipes, and shortens the life of water heaters and appliances. White Glove Plumbing designs, installs, and services water softening equipment—including traditional ion-exchange softeners and salt-free conditioners—so you get better-performing plumbing, longer-lasting fixtures, and cleaner results throughout the property.
What Are Water Softening Equipment Services?
We provide the evaluation, selection, installation, and upkeep of systems that reduce hardness minerals (calcium/magnesium) and mitigate scaling. Two common approaches:
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Ion-exchange water softeners: Replace hardness ions with sodium or potassium on a resin bed; periodically regenerate with brine.
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Salt-free conditioners (TAC): Transform hardness into a crystalline form that’s less likely to stick; great for scale control with no salt, but not a true “softened” feel.
We’ll test your water and recommend the right approach based on hardness level (gpg), flow demands, plumbing layout, water heater type, and goals (feel vs. scale control).
Quick Checklist (What to Do Now)
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Note any white scale on fixtures, glass, or shower doors and low flow at aerators.
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Check your current system’s salt level, power, and bypass valve position.
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Look for resin beads in strainers or appliance lines (sign of media failure).
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Gather your last utility/well report if available.
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Schedule a water assessment—we’ll test hardness and design the right fix.
Common Problems We Solve
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White spots on fixtures, glass, and dishes; soap doesn’t lather well
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Scale buildup in water heaters, valves, shower heads, and ice makers
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Appliance inefficiency and reduced lifespan due to mineral deposits
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Low flow from clogged aerators and cartridges
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Existing softener issues: salt bridging, constant regeneration, resin fouling, leaks, or control valve errors
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Need for salt-free scale control where brine discharge is restricted or not desired
Why Choose White Glove Plumbing
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Right-sized systems, not guesswork: We match grain capacity and service flow rate (SFR) to your fixtures and usage.
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Code-compliant installs: Proper bypass loop, air-gapped drain, discharge routing, and electrical where required.
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Options for every source: Ion-exchange softeners, salt-free conditioners (TAC), pre-filters, and whole-home integration.
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End-to-end service: Testing, installation, startup programming, maintenance, repairs, and old-unit haul-away.
Assessment & Water Testing
Measure hardness (gpg), TDS, iron/manganese (screening), chlorine/chloramine, and note fixture count, peak flow, and plumbing conditions.
Sizing & System Selection
Determine grain capacity and SFR; choose ion-exchange vs. TAC conditioning; add pre-filtration if iron/sediment is present.
Clear, Line-Item Estimate
Provide options (good/better/best), code upgrades needed, maintenance expectations, and warranties.
Professional Installation
Set tank(s) and brine/conditioning unit; plumb with bypass and service valves; route air-gapped drain to approved receptor; tidy and labeled piping.
Startup, Programming & Commissioning
Set hardness, reserve, and regeneration cycle (metered/demand preferred); check flows and leaks; verify discharge.
Walkthrough, Maintenance & Follow-Up
Show salt/refill procedures or TAC care, leave a quick-start guide, schedule media checks, and offer optional service plans.
What’s Included
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Hardness testing & system sizing tailored to your usage
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Ion-exchange softener or TAC conditioner recommendation (with pre-filter if needed)
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Code-compliant installation with bypass, shutoffs, and air-gapped drain
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Startup programming & commissioning (metered demand where applicable)
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Old unit removal/haul-away and clean jobsite handoff
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Maintenance plan options (salt service, media checks, valve service)
Costs & Timelines (What to Expect)
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Same-day installs are common for loop-ready homes; complex retrofits may run longer.
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Cost drivers: Grain capacity and valve type, TAC vs. softener, pre-filtration, plumbing distance, discharge routing, and permits.
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You’ll receive a transparent, line-item estimate before work begins, including equipment, parts, and any code upgrades.
Rebates, Warranties & Maintenance
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Some utilities or municipalities offer rebates for high-efficiency softeners or salt-free systems—ask us to check your area.
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We register manufacturer warranties and include workmanship coverage; details provided at handoff.
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Keep softeners efficient with salt level checks, periodic resin cleanings (if iron present), and scheduled valve service. TAC media typically has multi-year replacement intervals.
Risks of Waiting (Why Fix Hard Water Now)
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Scale inside heaters and fixtures increases energy use and shortens equipment life.
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Clogged aerators and cartridges reduce flow and cause nuisance repairs.
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Spots and soap scum add cleaning time and wear on surfaces.
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Ongoing appliance degradation (dishwashers, ice makers, laundry) leads to early replacement costs.
Water Softening Equipment Methods, Media & Sizing Standards
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Hardness & capacity: Size by hardness (gpg) and daily/peak demand (grains/day); right-size the resin bed for fewer, efficient regenerations.
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Flow performance (SFR): Match valve/tank to expected gpm so pressure doesn’t drop during simultaneous use.
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Regeneration: Prefer metered/demand control over timeclock; optimize salt dose and reserve for efficiency.
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Resin & media: 8–10% cross-link resin (higher for chlorinated water); TAC media for salt-free scale control; add iron/sediment pre-filters if screening indicates.
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Plumbing & drainage: Dedicated bypass loop, labeled service valves, and a proper air gap to an approved drain; route discharge per local code.
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System integration: Coordinate with PRV/expansion tank, water heater settings, and optional whole-home filtration/RO for best results.
Proudly Serving All of Orange County
Address: 1430 E Borchard Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: (949) 209-5206
Email: office@whitegloveplumbingca.com
White Glove Plumbing is locally based in Santa Ana and serves residential and commercial clients across Orange County with 24/7 emergency plumbing and water-damage restoration.
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