As a homeowner at the Lake of the Ozarks, you've more than likely already learned that we've got some very hard water here. Hard water problems at the Lake of the Ozarks can wreak havoc on your plumbing, appliances and even your hair and skin. You're probably wondering if investing in a water softener would be worth the money. 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.

When it comes to taking care of appliances, water softeners typically require little maintenance. Although they are low maintenance, there are a few things you can do to make them work better and longer. This week, Lindyspring Systems shares with you a few things you can do to make sure your water softener continues to work its best.

Prevent Salt Bridging

Salt bridging occurs when the salt clumps together to form a hard crust in the brine tank and creates an empty space between the water and the salt. This prevents the salt from dissolving into the water to make brine. Without brine, the resin beads that soften your water can't do their job. You may have a salt bridge if you notice that your tank appears to be full, but you can tell that your water isn't soft. Typical causes of bridging are using the wrong kind of salt, high humidity, or temperature changes around the water softener. If you've got bridging in your tank, try to break up the clumped up salt and remove it from the sides of the tank. You can prevent this from happening in the future by periodically checking your brine tank, breaking up any built up salt, and occasionally having it professionally cleaned.

Choose the Right Salt

There are three basic types of water softener salt: rock, solar and evaporated. Rock salt, the least expensive, contains higher levels of insoluble minerals or impurities. Over time, this can result in a muddy tank, decreasing the softening efficiency while leaving impurities in your water. Solar salt, which is much more soluble than rock salt, is obtained by the evaporation of seawater and is found in both pellet and crystal form. The next option is evaporated salt, which is obtained through a combination of mining and evaporation. Lindyspring carries solar salt, which is up to 99.8% pure salt. We can deliver to your home or business 40 lb. bags of coarse solar salt and 40 lb. bags of potassium chloride.

Call Lindyspring Systems

Sometimes your busy schedule just doesn't allow for self-maintenance. That's when you should call Lindyspring. Lindyspring Systems is the oldest independent water treatment company in the Lake area, dating back to 1970. We service Osage Beach and the entire Lake of the Ozarks area. 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. The reputation of the company is very important to us. Professionalism and great service above all else is what we strive for. Our mission is to provide great water here at the Lake and prompt service. Chances are if you are having dinner at a local restaurant or staying here in a hotel or condo complex our equipment is there providing clean water. Water heater replacement can also be done by our company.


With these handy tips, you're more likely to get the most use and life out of your water treatment system. But if you're not sure whether your water softener is running as it should, give the most experienced water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks a call. We'll be glad to take a look at your system and take care of any needed maintenance for you. Any type of water problem can be taken care of by us, and we can service many brands. Contact us today to schedule your routine maintenance check up and feel confident that when Lindyspring Systems handles your water treatment system at the Lake of the Ozarks, you're in good hands!

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

Ever wonder if buying a water softener at the Lake of the Ozarks is worth the money? We're hear to tell you that not only is it worth the money you'll spend on getting one, but it'll save you a lot of trouble and expense in the long run. There are so many benefits to owning a water softener that go above and beyond just having soft water. So we're answering some frequently asked questions to better educate you on the benefits that having soft water can provide to you and your household.

Can you drink soft water?

Although many people believe soft water should not be drunk because of the sodium content, most do not realize how little sodium is in the water. Over 95% of our minerals come from our food and less than 5% from drinking water. The amount of sodium a water softener adds to tap water depends on the “Hardness” of your water. The higher the concentration of calcium and magnesium, the more sodium needed to soften the water. Still, the amount of sodium in softened water that was originally very hard shouldn’t be cause for concern. (www.MayoClinic.com)

Why does soft water not rinse the soap off? Showering in soft water makes my skin feel “slick”.

Showering in soft water may give you the sensation that soap and shampoo haven’t been rinsed away.  The “slick” feeling is actually your skin and hair thoroughly clean. Bathing with soft water, skin and hair retain natural moisturizing agents, feeling softer and smoother. Your skin will be healthier all winter long and not be so dry and itchy. Hair needs less conditioner and will not get so much build up on it from styling products.

Are water softeners expensive to operate?

A water softener is the only household appliance that can save you money. The cost of the electricity it uses is less than $6.00 per year. Soft water will help your appliances such as your water heater and dishwasher run more efficiently and last longer. Soft water also uses 50-70% less detergent to laundry and dishes. A Lindyspring water softener can also save you hours of housework by eliminating mineral deposits and soap scum on your fixtures.

Should I buy an electronic or magnetic device to soften my water?

Do not be fooled! While a lot of these devices do exist, only water softeners soften water. In the industry these magnets are referred to as “Descalers”, not softeners. They may be effective in certain applications as descalers, but they do not remove the hardness of the water. All of the benefits of softened water are forfeited. These items are sold with testimonials and a money back 90 day guarantee, but there is no scientific evidence to support their claims. If it sounds too good to be true, then it most likely is!

Can the discharge from a water softener’s regeneration damage my septic system or drainfield?

In studies conducted by the University of Wisconsin in the late 1970s, it was confirmed that salt brine discharge from water softeners caused no problems in the operation of typical and newer style home treatment plants. High concentrations of calcium and manganese in the softener backwash water have no effect on the biological functions occurring in the septic tank and may, in some cases be helpful. The additional volume of wastewater generated is added slowly to the wastewater stream and does not cause any hydraulic overload problems. (Corey et al., 1977)

Do water softeners waste water and salt?

When you are shopping for a water softener at the Lake of the Ozarks, be sure to check the specifications for efficiency. If sized properly, a water softener will only regenerate 1 or 2 times per week. Always look for an electronic demand softener which meters water usage and adjusts accordingly. With the use of new technology such as upflow brining and metered electronic demand, today’s water softeners are much more efficient than those of yesteryear. It is not uncommon for a good quality softener to use less than 2 pounds of salt and less than 30 gallons of water per regeneration. Remember this piece of trivia – the total amount of water used to manufacture a new car, including tires is 39,090 gallons. Softeners do not waste water!

At Lindyspring Systems, we know that hard water is a major issue here at the Lake of the Ozarks. It affects practically every household and business in some way or another. Since we've been in the water treatment business since 1970, we can confidently recommend the most efficient, effective and economical water treatment solutions custom fit to your home. One of the water treatment solutions that we offer is our high quality Lindyspring LCR Series II Water Softener. Take a look at some of the features of this system below.

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:
Feb 22, 2019 - Feb 23, 2019
Fri: 3 pm to 7 pm; Sat: 9 am to 5 pm
Lodge of Four Seasons - Campana Hall
315 Four Seasons Dr.
Lake Ozark MO 65049

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 A21 and A22 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.

When it comes to taking care of appliances, water softeners typically require little maintenance. Although they are low maintenance, there are a few things you can do to make them work better and longer. This week, Lindyspring Systems shares with you a few things you can do to make sure your water softener continues to work its best.

Prevent Salt Bridging

Salt bridging occurs when the salt clumps together to form a hard crust in the brine tank and creates an empty space between the water and the salt. This prevents the salt from dissolving into the water to make brine. Without brine, the resin beads that soften your water can't do their job. You may have a salt bridge if you notice that your tank appears to be full, but you can tell that your water isn't soft. Typical causes of bridging are using the wrong kind of salt, high humidity, or temperature changes around the water softener. If you've got bridging in your tank, try to break up the clumped up salt and remove it from the sides of the tank. You can prevent this from happening in the future by periodically checking your brine tank, breaking up any built up salt, and occasionally having it professionally cleaned.

Choose the Right Salt

There are three basic types of water softener salt: rock, solar and evaporated. Rock salt, the least expensive, contains higher levels of insoluble minerals or impurities. Over time, this can result in a muddy tank, decreasing the softening efficiency while leaving impurities in your water. Solar salt, which is much more soluble than rock salt, is obtained by the evaporation of seawater and is found in both pellet and crystal form. The next option is evaporated salt, which is obtained through a combination of mining and evaporation. Lindyspring carries solar salt, which is up to 99.8% pure salt. We can deliver to your home or business 40 lb. bags of coarse solar salt and 40 lb. bags of potassium chloride.

Call Lindyspring Systems

Sometimes your busy schedule just doesn't allow for self-maintenance. That's when you should call Lindyspring. Lindyspring Systems is the oldest independent water treatment company in the Lake area, dating back to 1970. We service Osage Beach and the entire Lake of the Ozarks area. 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. The reputation of the company is very important to us. Professionalism and great service above all else is what we strive for. Our mission is to provide great water here at the Lake and prompt service. Chances are if you are having dinner at a local restaurant or staying here in a hotel or condo complex our equipment is there providing clean water. Water heater replacement can also be done by our company.


With these handy tips, you're more likely to get the most use and life out of your water treatment system. But if you're not sure whether your water softener is running as it should, give the most experienced water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks a call. We'll be glad to take a look at your system and take care of any needed maintenance for you. Any type of water problem can be taken care of by us, and we can service many brands. Contact us today to schedule your routine maintenance check up and feel confident that when Lindyspring Systems handles your water treatment system at the Lake of the Ozarks, you're in good hands!

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

A water softening system can help you to avoid several problems associated with hard water in the home. A water softening system can enhance the life of your clothes, appliances, and plumbing. It does require an initial investment, but it will pay for itself over the years, and can help you to save thousands of dollars that you would have had to spend on repairing or replacing items. Check out some of the indication signs that you may need a water softener in your home.

1. Plumbing Repairs Become Necessary More Often
Hard water can clog your water pipes due to the buildup of limescale. As the flow of water in your pipes becomes increasingly restricted, the buildup of limescale occurs at a faster rate. Over a period of time, hard water will reduce the flow of water in your plumbing, and this can require costly repairs.

When it comes to taking care of appliances, water softeners typically require little maintenance. Although they are low maintenance, there are a few things you can do to make them work better and longer. Lindyspring Systems is sharing with you a few things you can do to make sure your water softener continues to work its best.

Prevent Salt Bridging

Salt bridging occurs when the salt clumps together to form a hard crust in the brine tank and creates an empty space between the water and the salt. This prevents the salt from dissolving into the water to make brine. Without brine, the resin beads that soften your water can't do their job. You may have a salt bridge if you notice that your tank appears to be full, but you can tell that your water isn't soft. Typical causes of bridging are using the wrong kind of salt, high humidity, or temperature changes around the water softener. If you've got bridging in your tank, try to break up the clumped up salt and remove it from the sides of the tank. You can prevent this from happening in the future by periodically checking your brine tank, breaking up any built up salt, and occasionally having it professionally cleaned.

Choose the Right Salt

There are three basic types of water softener salt: rock, solar and evaporated. Rock salt, the least expensive, contains higher levels of insoluble minerals or impurities. Over time, this can result in a muddy tank, decreasing the softening efficiency while leaving impurities in your water. Solar salt, which is much more soluble than rock salt, is obtained by the evaporation of seawater and is found in both pellet and crystal form. The next option is evaporated salt, which is obtained through a combination of mining and evaporation. Lindyspring carries solar salt, which is up to 99.8% pure salt. We can deliver to your home or business 40 lb. bags of coarse solar salt and 40 lb. bags of potassium chloride.

Call Lindyspring Systems

Sometimes your busy schedule just doesn't allow for self-maintenance. That's when you should call Lindyspring. Lindyspring Systems is the oldest independent water treatment company in the Lake area, dating back to 1970. We service Osage Beach and the entire Lake of the Ozarks area. 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. The reputation of the company is very important to us. Professionalism and great service above all else is what we strive for. Our mission is to provide great water here at the Lake and prompt service. Chances are if you are having dinner at a local restaurant or staying here in a hotel or condo complex our equipment is there providing clean water. Water heater replacement can also be done by our company.


With these handy tips, you're more likely to get the most use and life out of your water treatment system. But if you're not sure whether your water softener is running as it should, give the most experienced water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks a call. We'll be glad to take a look at your system and take care of any needed maintenance for you. Any type of water problem can be taken care of by us, and we can service many brands. Contact us today to schedule your routine maintenance check up and feel confident that when Lindyspring Systems handles your water treatment system at the Lake of the Ozarks, you're in good hands!

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

When hard water becomes a problem for your household, there are many treatment options available to help alleviate the problem. However, buying a softener outright may not be within your financial abilities or you simply may not want to make a commitment to such a purchase. Thankfully for your convenience, 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!

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

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!



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.

Impression Series RC Conditioner
Whether you have municipal water that is hard or chlorinated, Impression Series®RC water conditioners deliver the clear, soft, odor-free water you want and need. It's environmentally-friendly tank design eliminates the need for two systems by combining two medias into one tank. The activated carbon removes chlorine and other unwanted tastes while the high capacity resin is used for the maximum in softening capabilities. It's true... nothing will last longer than your first Impression.

LCR Series II Water Softener
The LCR Series II water softener removes unwanted hardness or minerals from your household water, whether from municipal sources or private wells. Used alone or in combination with Lindyspring filters and neutralizers, this system can meet the most challenging water problems existing today.

Sanitizer Water Conditioning System
The sanitizer water conditioning system is recognized for its unique ability to kill and remove iron and sulfur bacteria - a naturally-occurring bacteria that can incubate and grow in water softener beds and other water appliances. Most homeowners experience this problem as red or black slime and stains on plumbing fixtures, and foul smells when operating a tap. The system safely creates chlorine from the softener's brine solution. The dissolved chlorine then sanitizes the media bed with each regeneration of the system. An exclusive crystalline media acts as a superior filter and softener that removes iron, manganese, and hardness - while raising pH to an acceptable level and securing chlorine for continued media sanitizing.



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.

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

There are many great benefits to having good quality water available to you and your family. Not only can it save you money by allowing your appliances to run more efficiently, but you can also save money on detergents, soaps, etc. Knowing the benefits of having a water softener at the Lake of the Ozarks you can feel more confident in your choice to purchase a Lindyspring System to treat your water in your home or your business. Let's take a look at some of the benefits of having good quality water.



Water and Health Are Linked
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (better known as the CDC), the top causes of disease outbreaks related to drinking water are Giardia intestinalis, hepatitis A, norovirus, and Shigella. As bad as that sounds, it’s far from a complete list. There are also health risks related to water contamination from organic and inorganic matter, other bacteria and viruses, and other pollutants. Some studies link high levels of lead in drinking water to delays in physical and mental development, short attention spans, and learning difficulties in children. There’s also evidence that arsenic in drinking water can lead to nerve, heart, skin, and blood vessel damage. And Cryptosporidium is responsible for potentially life threatening diarrhea.

Still, water is essential. The human body is about 70 percent water, and although a human being can survive a month or more without food, a week without water can be fatal. Yes, bad water is bad for you, but safe water is key to life! Water has so many health benefits that the CDC recommends drinking at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day. It is not hard to meet this, if you recognize that hydration can be achieved in various formats such as the water cooler at work, public drinking fountains, or the tap at home.



Good for Appliances
Good water is good for your home and appliances, too. A 2009 study commissioned by the Water Quality Research Foundation (WQRF) and conducted by the Battelle Memorial Institute found that adding a water softener helps water heaters and major appliances operate as efficiently as possible, while preventing clogs in shower heads, faucets, and drains. For example, researchers ran dishwashers and washing machines for 30 days and 240 wash cycles. They ran softened water through half of the units, while using a hard water source for the others. At the end of the month, the washers using softened water were nearly free of scale buildup, but the washers using hard water
required scale removal to work well.

When running hard water through faucets, the strainers on the faucets can clog within just 19 days. Softened water can save you money by keeping appliances at top efficiency, and making them last longer. The amount of dish and laundry detergent you use can be cut by half, or even more, if you use softened water. Studies show that using softened water can reduce detergent use by 50 percent in washing machines and save energy by making it possible to wash in 60ºF cold water instead of 100ºF hot water, while achieving the same or even better stain removal along with whiter clothes.

As for water heaters, the researchers found that when softened water is used, units can maintain their original factory efficiency rating for as long as 15 years. Running hard water through the units cut efficiency by up to 48 percent. Scale buildup shortens the lifespan of the heating elements inside electric water heaters, and some tankless water heaters using hard water can fail after just 2 years! Research has shown that showerheads perform well on soft water, but those running with hard water can lose 75 percent of their flow rate in less than 18 months.

What Are You Waiting For?
As you can see, hard water can cause some pretty expensive problems in the home if left untreated. Installing a Lindyspring water treatment system in your home can help reduce water contaminants, scale buildup, and electricity use in your home. Our water softeners are designed to make cleaning easier, deliver better tasting water, and extend the life of your appliances. Understanding the effects of poor water quality can help you appreciate the benefits of good water quality. If you have any questions pertaining to water treatment at the Lake of the Ozarks or are interested in scheduling a time for us to come out to your home to determine which system would best fit your needs, contact Lindyspring Systems today!

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