Water softeners perform an extremely important job, removing minerals such as calcium and magnesium from the water in your home. But just like any other appliance, a water softener will only last for so long. Eventually, components break, electrical problems occur, and it just stops working. While they can last much longer if well maintained, water softeners have a typical lifespan of between 10 and 15 years. If you are softening extremely hard water or well water with iron, your equipment may need to be replaced sooner. If your water softener was installed more than a decade ago, it may be time to replace it with a newer model. Learning how to spot the signs of your water softener starting to fail can help you determine if its time for an upgrade.


Common Signs Your Water Softener Isn’t Working Properly
Here are four things to watch for that could indicate your water softener needs to be serviced or replaced.

1. Not Enough Lather
One of the telltale signs of hard water is soap refusing to lather. If you notice that you are having a hard time soaping up in the shower, you may need to check your water softener. You may notice that you are going through shampoo and soap a lot faster than usual, as you need to use more to make a decent lather.

2. Laundry Problems
Washing your clothes in hard water can make them stiff and scratchy. Fabric softener can counteract this stiffness to some extent, but a more effective solution is to make sure your water softener is functioning properly to effectively remove the minerals that are making the clothes stiff.

Hard water can damage a washing machine as well as other appliances such as hot water heaters and dishwashers. To protect those appliances, it is important to check to make sure your water softener is functioning properly.

3. Crusty Buildup Around Pipes and Faucets
The minerals that are naturally present in hard water can cause a crusty buildup around your pipes and faucets. Pay attention to your faucets when you are cleaning the kitchen and bathroom. If you notice a chalky substance building up around them, this could be a sign that you need to take a look at your softener.

4. Your Water Tastes Different
Hard water tastes different than soft water. Some people prefer the smooth taste of soft water and will notice if the water supply to their home begins to have increased mineral content. If you’re drinking water straight from the tap, pay attention to changes in taste, as it could mean your softener needs to be serviced or replaced.

Benefits of a New Water Softener
Replacing an old water softener can make your life at home much easier. If your water hasn’t been getting properly softened, it means you’ve likely been dealing with common hard water problems like those mentioned above. A new water softener could make it easier to keep your house clean, provide you with softer clothes, and better hair and skin. It also helps ensure your water-using appliances last at least as long as you’d expect.

Getting a new water softener also allows you to take advantage of updated features and technologies in water treatment. Much like upgrading a furnace, most modern day furnaces will be more efficient than one 15 years old. Water softeners are the same way, but there are even more advanced features as well. For example, you could purchase a water softener equipped with settings to refresh your system proportionally, helping you save on salt and conserve water. Salt monitors can alert you when you need to add water softener salts, chlorine generators can keep your system clean, and there are even innovations that connect softeners to Wi-Fi.

Rely on the Water Treatment Experts at the Lake of the Ozarks
Water quality changes over time. If you are thinking of replacing your water softener or having it serviced, it is a good idea to get your home’s water evaluated so you get the right water treatment equipment. The experts at Lindyspring Systems have more than 20 years of experience in the water treatment industry and can give you reliable advice and recommend the right solutions for your particular needs.

Lindyspring Systems services the Lake of the Ozarks and the surrounding areas. With a large customer base of homes and businesses, we are large enough to respond quickly when you need us and still small enough to give good old-fashioned personal service. If you're in need of a home water treatment system at the Lake of the Ozarks, we can get you set up with the equipment you need, and the service you deserve.

Lindyspring Systems at Lake of the Ozarks knows the hard water struggles homeowners and businesses face daily. We're here to tell you that you don't have to continue to deal with those maintenance headaches. We've got several products that can help protect your drinking water at the Lake of the Ozarks. Check out our reverse osmosis water system:

Reverse Osmosis Drink Water System

The Eclipse™ Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System is designed to provide your family with the cleanest, healthiest water possible. Multiple filters clean ordinary household water to reduce unwanted and harmful contaminants. System performance is verified with a touch monitor on the system's faucet base. Installation is simple - no electricity needed.
Not sure if Reverse Osmosis is what you need for your home's water treatment at Lake of the Ozarks? Lindyspring Systems offers a wide array of products and solutions to fit every water treatment need. We sell and lease residential and commercial water treatment systems at Lake of the Ozarks. Any type of water problem can be taken care of by us. We also deliver to your home or business 40 lb. bags of coarse solar salt and 40 lb. bags of potassium chloride. Do you want to learn more about the water services we provide? Visit our website for more information.

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If you're looking to make some improvements to your home or business this spring, you don't want to miss the Home, Business, and Lake Living Expo! This is the perfect opportunity for you to check out multiple products all in one place and to shop different businesses. So make sure you stop by, and don't forget to come see Lindyspring Systems. Get the details right here!

Home, Business and Lake Living EXPO
The Home, Business, and Lake Living EXPO is “the place to be” for the latest innovations, offerings, and ideas in the home building, landscaping and remodeling industries! It was developed by the Camdenton Area Chamber of Commerce to showcase local businesses and services for Lake Area residents.

When and Where:
Lodge of the Four Seasons
Friday, February 23, 2018 – 3 pm to 8 pm  – includes Friday night social
Saturday, February 24, 2018 9 am to 5 pm

Stop by after work on Friday and look around. You’ll find wall-to-wall displays and exhibits. The Friday night social will include hors d’oeuvres from local vendors. You’ll also have the opportunity to speak directly with experts and receive helpful “insiders” advice to turn your dream home into a reality. Lindyspring Systems will be located at booths A33 and A34 and will be ready to answer all of your water treatment and conditioning questions!

What You'll Find:
Learn the latest trends in design, product offerings, and maintenance tips! See kitchen and bath remodeling, roofing, flooring, home security, water conditioning, insulation, windows and exterior products, and much more. Discover the latest home improvement and landscaping options and strategies. Local businesses will be on hand to discuss your project needs.

All attendees can sign up at the Chamber of Commerce registration table to be entered into a drawing. The lucky winners will receive a $500, $300 or $200 voucher to use for products and services from the vendors!

A Water Treatment Company You Can Trust!
The Kempkers are no newbies when it comes to successfully owning and operating a business. Dave and Rosann have owned Kempker Plumbing, LLC, more commonly known as Plumb Magic, since September of 1989. In December 2014, Don and Debbie Gainey decided to retire from the water softener business, selling what was formerly known as Ecowater Lake of the Ozarks to Dave and Rosann Kempker. Dave has worked in the plumbing field for more than 20 years, making him one of the most trusted and experienced plumbing and water treatment professionals at the Lake of the Ozarks.

The Kempkers have a vast knowledge of plumbing and water conditioning and are able to meet your water softener needs and make sure it doesn’t adversely affect your plumbing. Not only do we handle installations and softener rentals, but we also service just about any make of water treatment system available, including Northstar, Water Right, and Ecowater systems.

Lindyspring Systems services the Lake of the Ozarks and the surrounding areas. With a large customer base of homes and businesses, we are large enough to respond quickly when you need us and still small enough to give good old-fashioned personal service. If you're in need of a home water treatment system at the Lake of the Ozarks, we can get you set up with the equipment you need, and the service you deserve.

Have you been considering getting a water softener, but just can't bring yourself to purchasing a system? Great news - You don't have to buy! At Lindyspring Systems, we offer rental services! We have tons of rental customers who LOVE being able to get soft water by taking advantage our rental program. So, what are the benefits of renting a water softener? Well, there are several reasons that renting is more convenient than buying for some folks. Take a look:


You Can't Afford the Upfront Cost of Buying
The biggest factor for people choosing to rent is the financial side. To most people, the one time upfront fee of purchasing a water softener is daunting and without the relevant knowledge of which to buy, many people can pay too much for the system. By renting, the stress of financing a softener is eradicated. When renting, you'll only worry about a one-time small installation fee, the low monthly rental fee, and the cost for salt!

You Are Renting or Don't Plan to Reside Long in Your Home
Renting is often considered a short-term solution to an individual’s hard water problems. If you are undecided about the length of your tenure in your current property, then renting may be the best solution for you. There is very low commitment associated with rental because when you decide to move, you don't have to worry about relocating your water softener. You can just contact your Lindyspring provider and they will remove the softener for you and even move and reinstall it for you in your new property if you wish to continue renting!

You Don't Have to Worry About Maintenance or Repairs
When you rent a water softener through Lindyspring Systems, any maintenance issues that arise is handled by us. So besides making sure you're maintaining the salt levels as recommended, you can leave the maintenance worries to us! What's even better, is that our rental clients are very important to us - so if an issue does arise, we provide same day or next day service to ensure your softener is functioning properly without hassle or little downtime.

So, if you've got hard water problems, but don't want to purchase a water softener, you've got options! At Lindyspring Systems, we can help make sure you get the size of unit that is exactly right for your needs as well as install it in the most professional manner possible. Our rental softeners are typically new or in like new condition, so you don't have to worry about getting an old worn out model from us! Contact us at 573-348-5044 to learn more about our water softener rental services at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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There are a lot of good reasons to soften your home’s water, especially since hard water problems at the Lake of the Ozarks can wreak havoc on your plumbing, appliances and even your hair and skin. As a homeowner, you want to know that investing money in a water softener is going to be worth the cost. Part of knowing that your investment is making a difference is understanding how a water softener works and why it's essential to have one in your home. So first, let's take a look at the difference between hard and soft water and which is better for your home.

Hard Water vs. Soft Water
Water quality differs depending on where you live and whether you’re getting water from a municipality or a private well. Regardless as to where it comes from though, both sources are known to contain hardness minerals. Calcium and magnesium are the most common minerals found in water that causes hardness. Minerals from groundwater - the source of all water regardless of whether it comes to your home from a municipality or well - can cause a scaly buildup on everything from dishes, to pipes, to the heating elements of your appliances, to your own body. Water softeners remove those hard minerals, prolonging the life of appliances that use water and making it easier to clean and do laundry.

How Hard Water Becomes Soft
So how do water softeners get the minerals out? Water softeners use a process called ion exchange to remove things like calcium, magnesium, iron, and manganese – replacing them with sodium ions. As hard water passes through your water softener tank, calcium or magnesium are pulled to the media like a magnet, and sodium ions take their place. All the hardness minerals stay trapped inside the water softener tank while the clean water, with a few sodium ions, disperse throughout your home for use. No more scaly build up!

Regeneration is how a water softening system cleans and recharges itself so it can continue providing your home with soft water. This process happens in the brine tank, where you add water softener salt. During regeneration, the water softener will take the brine solution into the softener tank and the ion exchange process happens again, only this time in reverse. The media gets a bath in the salt solution. Hard minerals caught in the resin are released and the media gets replenished with sodium ions. The water softener is also cleaned and disinfected during regeneration. Finally, water containing the hard minerals and other waste gets flushed out of the system.

Do You Need a Water Softener?
Here's the bottom line. Water softeners aren't just for those homes whose water supply comes from a private well with extremely hard water. Even people living in the city who are on municipality water sources can have hard water too. Municipalities are required to treat the water for impurities, but they do not remove hardness minerals because, while they're burdensome and can be costly when it comes to home care and maintenance, they are not harmful to your health. Regardless as to where your water comes from, the modern home depends on soft water. High efficiency appliances can not run as designed when they suffer from hard water build up. Dishwashers and washing machines could end up with a much shorter lifespan because of hard water. You could end up spending thousands on avoidable plumbing and appliance repairs or replacement by installing a water softener in your home.

Your Water Softener Source at the Lake of the Ozarks
So, if you've got hard water problems, it's time to look into getting a water softener for your home. If you're ready to get one, but don't want to purchase a water softener, you've got options! At Lindyspring Systems, we can help make sure you get the size of unit that is exactly right for your needs as well as install it in the most professional manner possible. Our rental softeners are typically new or in like new condition, so you don't have to worry about getting an old worn out model from us! Contact us at 573-348-5044 to learn more about our water softener rental services at the Lake of the Ozarks!

For All Your Household & Commercial Water Conditioning and Treatment Needs Count on LINDYSPRING!