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What Is the Best Water Softener For Well Water? Here Are Some Options

If you live on a farm or in the countryside, chances are you’re getting your water from a private well. Now, you might think that getting your water from a private well is better than getting it from the local water plant. And in some instances, it really is.

However, there are certain factors that you should be aware of when drinking water from a private well. One of those important factors is what hardness, which in private wells can also consist of extra iron, and not just calcium and magnesium.

Because of this, you need to be extra careful when choosing a water softener. Sure, you could always install a pre-filtering system specifically made for iron, but having extra protection never hurts. With that in mind, here are a few softeners that caught our attention plus one method of softening water without the use of salts or complicated-to-install water softeners.

 

Best Water Softener For Well Water

 

Before getting to the actual ranking list, we need to inform you that this is not a list made after thorough testing. It’s merely a list that was done based on user reviews and first impressions, not about how they perform in the long run from our own experience.

However, we did our research from numerous review sites as well as retail sites that give customers the possibility of reviewing the products that they purchase. With that said, let’s get to the water softeners for well water that have caught our attention the most.

 

Perfect Water Technologies Homemaster Water Softener

 

We like this particular water softener because it reaches an excellent water flow of up to 27 gallons per minute, whereas many other softeners impede the flow of water due to the way they’re built and their respective pipe fittings.

You can choose between the 30k or 45k grain model so it’s pretty easy to choose one for your particular level of water hardness. What we also like is that the company offers a five-year warranty for the valve and a ten-year warranty for the tank itself. That’s tremendous value for something that handles water hardness so well.

 

Crystal Quest Whole House Water Softener

 

While the GPM capacity is lower on this model, namely only 9-11 GPM, we find it satisfying for relatively small homes that get their water from a private well. We like it because it also comes with a sediment pre-filter that traps iron, rust, dust, and other common pollutants that can be found on a farm.

As for post-filtration, it comes with a carbon filtration unit, which is one of the best filter types you can get, as it can trap a large number of pollutants that would otherwise get into your drinking water. Overall, we consider it to be one of the best water softeners for well water that the market has seen in recent memory.

 

Aquasana Whole House Rhino Salt-free Conditioner

 

This is one of the most known brands of traditional salt-based water softeners out there. You can customize your unit with many features as well as filters for several types of pollutants. The Rhino is truly astounding thanks to its capability of conditioning water without the use of any salt. And even though it might not be as easy to install as other conditioning media, we think that it’s still great overall.

Unlike salt-based softeners, Aquasana's Salt-Free Water Conditioner will not demineralize your water, harm your pipes with harsh salt, or put excessive amounts of sodium waste into our communal water supply. It’s practically the closest thing you are going to get to a descaler, although a little more expensive overall.

 

running well water

 

Fleck IRON Pro 2 Water Softener and Iron Filter 32,000 Grain

 

This is exactly the type of softener one should be looking for when dealing with well water. As mentioned earlier in this article, iron can be a major issue when getting your water from a well, which makes this American-based company a great market researcher in this particular case.

The Fleck Iron Pro 2 is a combination water softener and iron filter which eliminates the need for an additional iron filter to be incorporated into the system. That kind of says everything you need to know about this particular unit in the context of softening well water. Other than that, it comes with a five-year warranty for the control head and a ten-year warranty for the tank.

 

Aquasure Harmony Series Water Softener 32,000 Grain

 

Coming with a digitally-metered control head and a five-year warranty, this particular water softener is a great almost bargain deal for those who need to soften well water. While the complex controls may make it a little difficult to operate for newcomers, it’s really a breeze once you get used to it.

The corrosion-resistant fiberglass is yet another reason why we recommend it for those with dealing with hard well water. Furthermore, the tank is lined with premium high quality resin and comes with a bypass valve for even more control over the flow and other aspects regarding traditional salt-based water softening.

 

Whirlpool WHES30 Water Softener 30,000 Grain

 

This is by far one of the most recognizable brands in the appliance industry and in generally all industries if we’re honest. As such, it’s no surprise that we’ve chosen to include one of their models on our list. The softener is great for families of up to four people and has a demand-initiated resin regeneration system which allows it to regenerate based on encountered hardness instead of pre-scheduled intervals.

As such, the softener will save you a lot of money and salt in the long run, so you’ll be damaging your septic system and the environment far less than with other similar units. Also, the NSF-certified design allows for efficient water softening for homes with high concentration of calcium and magnesium. And what’s more, the unit also wastes less water than other similarly-priced models, which can net you more savings in the long run.

 

old style water well

 

 

iSpring RCC7 High Capacity Under Sink 5-Stage Reverse Osmosis Water Softener

 

Our final pick comes from iSpring, yet another one of those reverse osmosis and softener brands that people really love and respect. It has a 75-gallon per day capacity, which makes it a great choice even for large families. Even so, the unit is relatively small, being able to fit under the sink without too many problems.

The system has no moving parts, so it’s fairly quiet and you won’t have to mess with maintenance nearly as much as with other similarly-priced salt-based water softeners. Though, to be fair, the system is mainly focused on reverse osmosis rather than softening per say, so it wastes a significant amount of water.

 

The Alternative

 

Let’s face it, all that sodium in your water can’t be good. A salt-free alternative is needed if you want to get the full benefits of soft water without sacrificing your health or having your plants die much faster.

Yes, hard water and soft water each come with their own set of benefits and downsides. In short, hard water is bad for your appliances, bathroom surfaces, scalp, and skin. However, drinking it can prove quite beneficial since you’ll be getting a large amount of minerals like calcium and magnesium.

Soft water, on the other hand, is great for appliances, surfaces, and for showering, but it has quite a few noticeable downsides for drinking. The sodium in soft water can increase blood pressure and severely affects those with heart problems. And don’t even think about giving water with sodium to plants, as it inhibits them from getting their nutrients, thus slowly killing them.

In short, you’re going to need a device that gives you the best of both worlds. A device that reshapes mineral crystals to become smaller and less sticky without adding any other substance to your water supply. And, lucky you, such a device does exist – it’s called a water descaler.

 

Introducing the Yarna Water Descaler Lineup

 

We have spent years and years researching and developing these devices with one goal in mind: to improve people’s water quality without sacrificing absolutely anything. Extra required accessories? Zero. Maintenance? None of the descalers need such a thing. Repairs? You’re covered by our ten-year warranty once you register your product.

And the benefits don’t stop there. Because we have so much trust in our water descaler selection, we’re offering a 100-day money-back guarantee so you’ll have enough time to test it out and see the results for yourself. And if you don’t trust us, you can purchase our products through Amazon so you know you’ll also have backup from them in case of any defects.

With our descalers, you’re covered regardless of pipe material. All you need to look for is the pipe’s diameter to figure out which one is right for you. Because of the capacitive effect of the signals emitted by the unit, you don’t need to worry about GPG or GPM whatsoever. It can effectively treat even the hardest water levels regardless of your home’s water usage.

 

Final Thoughts

 

Getting a good water softener for well water is a great choice, but you’re better off with a combination of a saltless descaler and a filter for iron in the long run. As stated earlier, sodium can really damage the environment and make your water really unsafe to drink for long periods. That’s why we’re offering our descalers along with so many benefits such as a 100-day money back guarantee and extended warranties. However, at the end of the day it’s up to you to choose what’s better for your particular needs.