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Originally Posted by biker1
Yes, that is correct - two different processes (ion exchange and redox/adsorption) to address two different issues (hardness and chlorine). Most of what I see installed by friends are "hybrid" water softeners, that remove hardness, filter sediment, and remove chlorine, such as the Sears Elite for about $600, the Water Boss 950 for about $600, and the Pegasus systems for a higher price. The Sears and Water Boss typically come from big box stores such as Home Depot/Lowes.
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The water boss 950 clearly states "reduce chlorine taste and odors"
not eliminate, BIG difference. it is a 22,000 grain capacity unit 20" foot print.
The Sears unit is $600-$800 (depends on model) again only states "Improve the taste and odor"
and "Reduce the unpleasant effects of chlorine and
large sediment"
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Looking at the owners manual I see no filters that address chlorine or sediment, so not sure how that claim is made.
It says "no filters to replace" how do filter with out a filter?
both of those units exclude installation at that price.
Pegasus has no filter at their low priced unit and a small carbon in their higher priced unit. No sediment filter at all. Pegasus in not a manufactured brand it is a label affixed to a generic softener.
Nova is 32,000 grain ours will eliminate chlorine taste/odor I have a complete water test by an independent lab to prove that. It takes a 14" footprint so uses less space. It is made by Pentair a recognized brand.
For those that are unfamiliar with Nova and myself.
I'm a resident of Fernandina, my back ground is aquarium marine filtration for over 40 years, I not only know filtration but water chemistry.
Feel free to call for more info on the water issues that affect us here.
352.566.2649
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