There are two issues with water in The Villages. It is pretty hard and it has a high level of chlorine. Neither of these is dangerous and the water is safe. Hardness will leave scale deposits on fixtures and appliances. Many people also prefer the feel of softwater when taking a shower. You will also use less soap with softwater and glasswear will not be cloudy. A water softener will remove the hardness by doing an ion exchange. The chlorine in the water contributes to the "funky" taste of the water. A carbon filter or a device with redox material will remove the chlorine. You can buy a water softener plus a carbon filter to address both issues. Alternatively, you can buy a "hybrid water softener", which is a water softener with redox material to remove chlorine and will address both issues in a single appliance. These are available at the "big box" stores from manufacturers such as Sears and Water Boss. I believe this is the way to go as you will wind up with nice water.
Full disclosure: I don't sell this stuff but I do have softwater with no chlorine and we really like it.
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Originally Posted by Paperboy
After reading the current thread on water softeners I still have a few questions. My wife gets a rash from the H2O here in the Villages.
What are the difference between a softener & a whole house filtration system? I don't want to buy a fancy $1K-$3K system; I'd like to be in the $500.00-$700.00 range INSTALLED.
Water boss was a recommended as a softener & Nova as a whole house filtration system.
What's your OPINION?
Lastly, who is a good contractor or company to get the above completed?
Thanking You in Advance for your Input.
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