[zcaveman]

Originally Posted by Bill-n-Brillo

Z, hope you didn't misunderstand the intent of my post. I was simply trying to offer up the idea that some water softeners cost more operationally than others, not whether someone should have a softener or not. Thus over time - other factors being equal - a piece of equipment that's less expensive up front, for example, could end up being more expensive over the long run when you factor in operational considerations.

Sorry if my intent wasn't clear!

Bill

I guess I did. But if you put it that way, I agree.