May 18, 2009 · We got a new water softener. I’m wondering what to do with the resin from the old softener. It looks like it would be a great soil amendment (not that […]

Dec 11, 2003 · Those resin beads break down at temperatures of over 120 degrees, and when they do, they release chloride ions, which will pit your water heater. I had to replace my HWH …

Jan 28, 2008 · The "in" side of the softener is hooked to the sump pump discharge and the "out" from the softener is right back into the bucket, of course. Let it circulate like this for 15-20 …

Oct 5, 2007 · Recently, my water softener isn’t doing a very good job. It is cycling fine, and there’s plenty of salt in the brine tank, but the water is noticeably harder. It’s an 11 year old single tank …

Sep 19, 2020 · Your plan for the brine tank seems good. Removing the ion exchange resin tank will be more challenging. After you bypass the unit from your water supply, you can try …

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Apr 23, 2008 · My water softener empties into a sump pit, and the pump needs to run a few times each time the softener runs. Otherwise, the sump only runs if the basement bathroom is used, …

Aug 26, 2002 · Recently purchased a house with a well and a water softener (salt). Water is hard, lots of iron, and a tiny bit “pondy” tasting. When I traced the water lines around my basement I …

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Jul 1, 1996 · Is the water pressure on the second floor of your home lower than the rest of the house? Rex Cauldwell, a master plumber and electrician, gives his advice on how to achieve …