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Old 01-05-2024, 12:41 PM
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Originally Posted by asianthree View Post
Just had our one year home inspection. Asked same question. Apparently although recommended by the manufacturer, no need to be done yearly.

Apparently there are DIY kits on Amazon around $100. And basically easy to do.

We just watched a neighbor have a plumber, that hooked up the system, then sat in his truck for half hour while it’s being flushed. Cost was $300, although couple have had it done with a plumber for $250.

Then there is a guy ( always a guy in everyone’s neighborhood) charging $100.
We used these (Rinaii) in the laundromats I managed; usually 6 per store. The quality of the town's water determined the frequency of flushing. Some stores needed it every 4 to 6 months; others could go 2 years. If you have a quality filtering system I'd expect you can get longer than 1 year. Be certain to clean the stainless steel screens on the inlet valve if they need it.