{"id":2099,"date":"2022-04-14T15:20:14","date_gmt":"2022-04-14T19:20:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=2099"},"modified":"2022-04-20T18:11:49","modified_gmt":"2022-04-20T22:11:49","slug":"the-difference-between-salt-and-saltless-water-softener-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/the-difference-between-salt-and-saltless-water-softener-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"The Difference Between Salt and Saltless Water Softener Systems"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to buying a new water softener, consumers quickly learn that there is an overwhelming large number of options in terms of make, model, capacity, and efficiency. It is important to do your research and learn as much as you can about how water softeners work and the various versions currently available on the market in order to make the right decision for your home or office. &nbsp;Once you have a basic understanding of the water softener market, you can decide which version best meets your needs. The most basic decision is deciding between a salt-based and saltless water softener.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:19px\">Continue reading to learn the difference between salt-using and salt-less water softener systems, plus who to trust for sales, service, and repair in Indianapolis and its surrounding areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saltfree-Water-Softeners-Indianapolis-Indiana.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saltfree-Water-Softeners-Indianapolis-Indiana.png\" alt=\"Saltfree Water Softeners Indianapolis Indiana 317-784-1870\" class=\"wp-image-2107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saltfree-Water-Softeners-Indianapolis-Indiana.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saltfree-Water-Softeners-Indianapolis-Indiana-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saltfree-Water-Softeners-Indianapolis-Indiana-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saltfree-Water-Softeners-Indianapolis-Indiana-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Saltfree Water Softeners Indianapolis Indiana 317-784-1870<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Water Softening: Salt Versus Saltfree<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">Traditional Water Softeners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditional salt-style water softeners use a process called<em> ion exchange<\/em> to eliminate hard mineral ions in water. They remove hard mineral ions from water by using negatively charged polymer resin beads that attract the positively charged ions, and then exchanges them with sodium potassium, which comes from the salt pellets used in the unit. Once the resin beads become too saturated, the water softener flushes them out through a drainpipe. This cleaning cycle is triggered automatically by an electronic meter valve on top of the unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">Saltless Water Softeners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In contrast to salt-based water softeners, saltfree water softeners do not remove hard mineral ions. Instead, they change their chemical composition so that they do not adhere to anything. This process is known as Template Assisted Crystallization (TAC), which processes water through a catalytic media. The hard mineral ions are changed to hardened crystals that is not capable of sticking to any surface. Because of this fact, saltless water softening does not technically <em>soften<\/em> water, but rather, <em>conditions<\/em> it. For this reason, non-salt water softeners are more accurately described as <em>water conditioners<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">Saltfree Water Softeners in Indianapolis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To determine which water softening and conditioning system is best for your home or office, talk to a trusted Indianapolis IN water softener plumber who can offer professional advice, information, and installation. Choosing a water softener is just the beginning. Ensuring proper installation and routine maintenance sets the tone for problem-free water softening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Are you looking for affordable water softeners and water softener service near you?<\/strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/contact.php\" target=\"_blank\">Contact Weilhammer Plumbing Company<\/a> at 317-784-1870 for professional sales, installation, service, and repair for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/plumbing-services\/water-softeners\/saltless.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">saltless water softeners<\/a>, today. We provide residential and commercial <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/plumbing-services.php\" target=\"_blank\">plumbing services<\/a> for all make and model <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/plumbing-services\/water-softeners.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">water softeners<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related Posts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/where-to-start-when-you-need-to-buy-a-water-softener\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to Start When You Need to Buy a Water Softener<\/a><br><a href=\"http:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/top-3-ways-to-test-for-hard-water\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Top 3 Ways to Test For Hard Water<\/a><br><a href=\"http:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/deciding-between-a-single-tank-and-twin-tank-water-softener\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Deciding Between a Single-Tank and Twin Tank Water Softener<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to buying a new water softener, consumers quickly learn that there is an overwhelming large number of options in terms of make, model, capacity, and efficiency. 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