How To Install A Water Softener

There is no single answer to how to install a water softener because each make and size will be different but we can help by pointing out where you might make a mistake or be unprepared

How to install a water softener ... before you start

Prepare and make sure you can finish the job ... You may need new piping and fittings. Get them an organize them. Ideally use same size piping and materials as your existing cold water system. You will install on the cold water supply line not hot water line.

How to install a water softener ... Location to install

Choose an area near main water supply allowing easy access to the the water softener for future maintenance

How to install a water softener ... unpacking and before you start

If you're like many people you will just get stuck in and "read the instruction after all else fails .... I'm sure you know what I mean.

Unpack the water softener unit and READ the installation instruction carefully before you start  ... THIS IS BEST ADVICE ON HOW TO INSTALL A WATER SOFTENER. Finally and this has been forgotten so many times ....

How to install a water softener ... and save a lot of work and damage

Make sure you isolate (turn off) the mains water supply before undoing any pipes  

You can read a wide range of water usage articles. They discuss the use of water in the house and home ... topics covered include filters, heaters, softeners and water in the garden too. The links change each time you visit the page