Salt-saving Water Softener
Salt-saving Water Softener | Water Purification | Plumbing | Soddy-Daisy
Living in Soddy-Daisy shouldnât mean battling scale on your fixtures or lugging heavy salt bags every month. HEPâs innovative salt-saving water softener system uses smart metering technology to regenerate only when needed, cutting salt use by up to 50 % while stripping out the minerals that cause hard-water buildup. The result is silkier showers, brighter laundry, and appliances that last longerâall from a compact unit installed by technicians who know Tennessee water inside and out.
Pair this softening power with our full-service water purification expertise and youâve got crystal-clear confidence at every tap. Whether youâre scheduling a first-time installation, upgrading an older system, or looking for quick repairs, HEP provides free water tests, transparent pricing, and courteous local pros who clean up after the job is done. Give us a call today and discover how effortless pure water can be.
FAQs
Why do homeowners in Soddy-Daisy need a salt-saving water softener?
Municipal and well water in the Soddy-Daisy area typically measures 8â12 grains per gallon of hardness, which can leave scale on fixtures, reduce appliance life, and make soap less effective. A salt-saving softener removes hardness minerals while using up to 40 % less salt than standard units, helping you lower operating costs and minimize sodium discharge to the environment.
How does a salt-saving softener differ from a traditional water softener?
Both systems exchange calcium and magnesium ions for sodium or potassium to soften water, but a salt-saving model uses advanced resin beads and a demand-initiated regeneration (DIR) valve. The valve regenerates only when sensors detect the resin is exhausted, rather than on a fixed schedule, so it uses less salt and water per regeneration cycle.
Will softened water be safe to drink, and how much sodium will it contain?
Yes. The amount of sodium added during softening is minimalâabout 18â20 mg per 8-oz glass if the water hardness is 10 grains per gallon. That is less sodium than in a slice of bread. If youâre on a sodium-restricted diet, we can install a bypass line or add a reverse-osmosis (RO) faucet that delivers sodium-free drinking water while the rest of your home enjoys the benefits of softened water.
What maintenance is required for a salt-saving softener?
Routine care includes keeping the brine tank at least one-third full of pellet or cube salt and occasionally breaking up salt bridges. Because the system regenerates on demand, youâll typically use 1â2 bags of salt per month for an average Soddy-Daisy family of four. An annual service visit checks the resin bed, cleans the injector screen, and verifies that the electronic valve is metering properly.
How long does installation take, and will my plumbing need major changes?
Most residential installs take 3â5 hours. Our technicians tie the softener into the main water lineâusually near the water heaterâadd a bypass valve, run a drain line, and program the control head. Existing plumbing is largely reused; only a short section is cut to insert the unit. We obtain any Soddy-Daisy permits required and leave the work area clean.
What are the cost and long-term savings of a salt-saving system?
Installed prices in Soddy-Daisy range from $1,300 to $2,000, depending on capacity and optional RO filtration. Because the unit uses less salt and regenerates with 30-50 % less water, homeowners typically save $80â$120 per year in salt and water costs compared with a timer-based softener. Additional savings come from lower energy bills (scale-free water heaters run more efficiently) and longer-lasting appliances and plumbing fixtures.