Frequently Asked Questions

While drinking moderately softened water is generally safe for most individuals, those with specific health considerations or dietary restrictions may want to take additional precautions. If you have any concerns, it's advisable to consult with a water treatment professional or your healthcare provider.

Hard water is water that contains a high concentration of dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium ions. These minerals are typically present in the form of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) and magnesium carbonate (MgCO3), but other compounds like sulfates and bicarbonates may also contribute to hardness. The hardness of water is usually measured in terms of calcium carbonate equivalents (ppm CaCO3 or grains per gallon). Water is categorized as follows based on its hardness: Soft water: 0-60 ppm CaCO3 Moderately hard water: 61-120 ppm CaCO3 Hard water: 121-180 ppm CaCO3 Very hard water: More than 180 ppm CaCO3 Hard water can have several effects, including the formation of scale deposits in pipes and appliances, reduced lathering of soap and detergents, and potential interference with the performance of certain water-dependent equipment. Water softeners are commonly used to reduce hardness by replacing calcium and magnesium ions with sodium ions through a process called ion exchange.

Getting a service or warranty repair is easy just call 801-559-7638 Each system purchased from us has a minimum 3 year warranty and most of our systems have a limited lifetime warranty so you have nothing to worry about. For the first calendar year from purchase all warranty repairs are free! For the remainder of the warranty period the manufacture provides the parts for free and you only pay a $75 installation charge.

Our standard service areas are: Utah County, Salt Lake County, Summit County, Wasatch County Alpine American Fork Bluffdale Cedar Hills Draper Eagle Mountain Elk Ridge Highland Lehi Lindon Mapleton Orem Payson Pleasant Grove Provo Salem Santaquin Saratoga Springs Spanish Fork Springville Vineyard Woodland Hills Alta Bluffdale Cottonwood Heights Draper Herriman Holladay Midvale Millcreek Murray Riverton Salt Lake City Sandy South Jordan South Salt Lake Taylorsville West Jordan West Valley City Atkinson Francis Jeremy Ranch Kamas Kimball Junction Marion Oakley Park City Peoa Rockport Silver Summit Snyderville Summit Park Wanship Center Creek Charleston Daniel Deer Mountain Heber City Hideout Interlaken Midway Timber Lakes

NO, we would never do that to you. With a few simple questions and sometimes a quick 3 min walk through of your home we can give you a accurate price!

Typically we can install within 72 hours of receiving your order! Many of our customers buy multiple items such as a softener and a reverse osmosis system, or a whole home filtration system. Every home an installation is unique but you should plan on a minimum of 2 hours and a bit more depending what you have purchased.

This is a very good question, the short answer is salt pellets! Typically pellets come in the yellow bag, so look for the yellow bag get that one. If you need salt let us do all the heavy lifting for a small flat rate we will do all the heavy lifting and deliver salt directly to your softener. Call 801-559-7638 to schedule.

That message could mean several things but do not worry it shouldnt effect your systems ability to run. That message could mean several things but do not worry it shouldn't effect your systems ability to run. If you purchased the water softener from us and it has a service reminder message, that message is most likely a reminder to change your carbon filter. Call us to either purchase a replacement to do yourself or schedual us to come do it for you. 801-559-7368

Yes we do! If you know anybody looking for a water softener call us with their name and phone number and when they purchase a water softener you will receive $100. If you are an amazing sales person and cumulatively refer 6 people who purchase water softeners you will receive an additional $100 for the 6th. That's $200 for the 6th referral!

The best way to communicate the cost of a water softener is to use an analogy. The analogy is, "How much does a car cost?" The answer would be, the cost depends on the make, model and any upgraded options you choose. Water softeners are much like cars; both cheap and expensive ones will get you from point A to point B. A good quality one will make the trip MANY more times without any breakdowns. A good quality water softener will also use much less salt than a cheap one and in many cases, up to 40% less salt. For these reasons, we do not sell cheap softeners nor do we sell ultra high end softeners because the cost to benefit ratio just isn't high enough. Using the car analogy again, we sell the Honda of water softeners. They are well-built quality machines designed to last and hold their value. Factors that determine price: How hard is the water at your home? How many people live in the home full time? Was the home pre-plumbed for a water softener? If not, your homes' unique layout is a factor. Do you have specific requirements for faucets or outside hoses that should or shouldn't be soft? Is your basement finished and do we have access to run new pipes if necessary? As you can see, A LOT goes into sizing and installing a water softener properly. The only way to accurately give you a real price is to visit with you and answer the questions above. Feel free to call or text us 801-559-7638 so we can get you an up front, no obligation quote that is specific to your needs and requirements.

In fast paced worlds sometimes mistakes happen. To resolve any issues of warranty Flat Rate softeners has you covered. This section is designed to rectify clerical mistakes regarding the warranty process, paperwork and implementation. The products we offer may come with a Manufactures warranty offered by the manufacturer themselves. The warranty documents are supplied to you at the time of installation. Each manufacture will administer their warranty at their discretion. Warranties specific to Water Softeners installed by Flat Rate Softeners. In addition to the manufacture warranty Flat Rate Softeners provides you and additional warranty listed on your receipt. All Warranties are for the original purchaser only, and do not transfer when a property is sold or transfers to a new owner. Limited Lifetime warranties offered by The manufacturer and Flat Rate softeners llc are considered void when the original purchaser no longer occupies the property as their full time residence or place of business. Your warranty is void if you move the equipment for the home/address it was originally installed at. If you hire Flat Rate Softeners to move it and install it at your new address you warranty will continue uninterrupted. Resolutions; Written documentation overrides verbal communication. Your warranty is outlined in the written literature that comes with your equipment. In the event of error Flat Rate Softeners will at their expense, extend the manufacture warranty to match what is printed on your receipt if such an error occurs. In this event Flat rate softeners, is only extending the amount of time you have for a claim, all coverage is the same coverage the manufacture would have offered during their warranty period. Issues and Repairs not covered under the original manufacture warranty will not be covered by the warranty extension. All Warranties are void if your home experiences a water pressure is, or water pressure surges greater than 79 psi. Exposing water softeners, water filtration and reverse osmosis equipment to pressure in excess of 79 psi will cause damage and such damage is not a valid warranty claim. You are responsible for maintaining safe water pressure levels in your home.