Water softener advice, please…

[Rodtheplod]

So I used to live in London - the water there wasn’t particularly soft, but it was reasonably fine.

I moved out to Reading about five years ago and… blow me! The water here is super hard. We’ve been through a couple of kettles already - even after using the descaling solutions. And the shower is a nightmare with scale, etc.

I’m thinking of getting an under-sink water softener. I’ve seen some that look like the size of an old Windows PC. Fill with salt etc.

Are these any good? What are your thoughts and / or experiences with them? Thanks for any feedback!

 

[muggles]

Yes they're great, go for a Harvey non electric one

 

[Murdochcat]

Yes they're great, go for a Harvey non electric one

Agree 100%

They aren’t the cheapest to buy but worth the extra

 

[Tetrarch]

I've had Kinetico for many years and have had my current Harvey for about 3. I completely concur with the advice about non-electric ones

I'm very happy with the Harvey, but I am now permanently committed in to their curved salt blocks that are more pricey than I would like.

Regards

Tet

 

[Rodtheplod]

That’s interesting - thanks for the feedback! I went onto their website to check pricing, but they want me to contact they for a quote, etc.

Could one of you give me a ballpark figure in terms of upfront cost for the unit, and then ongoing costs for the salt? Thanks!

Lastly - I take it there are only positives with existing washing machines/dishwashers? Or do you need to take any extra measures with those after installation?

But anyway - based on your feedback so far, I think I’ll be getting a Harvey!

 

[Murdochcat]

The amount of salt required in the Harvey unit is directly proportional to the amount of water you use .

How many people in your house?

 

[Rodtheplod]

The amount of salt required in the Harvey unit is directly proportional to the amount of water you use .

How many people in your house?

Five adults currently. However my son and his g/f are due to be moving out within the next three to four months (they’re looking for a new place).

So will then essentially be me, my wife, and our 23-year old daughter.

 

[Murdochcat]

In my experience 5 people will use 2 blocks in just under 2 weeks. With 3 people 2 blocks will last about 3 weeks.

This depends on horse hard your water is compared to ours as the installer will need to test the water


Having a softener will save you money and time