Stop Scale Buildup Before It Damages Your Plumbing

Water softener systems installed and repaired in Rifle, Colorado.

When you live in Rifle and notice white crust forming around your faucet aerators, reduced water pressure from your showerhead, or a filmy residue on glassware after running the dishwasher, you are seeing the effects of hard water. Calcium and magnesium minerals in your water supply bond to metal and glass surfaces, clog pipes, and reduce the efficiency of your water heater by coating the heating elements with scale.

Pure Comfort LLC installs and repairs water softener systems that remove hardness minerals before they reach your fixtures and appliances. We size the softener tank based on your household water usage and the hardness level in your supply, then connect the system to your main line with a bypass valve and drain line for regeneration cycles. Our installations include settings calibrated for Rifle water conditions so the system regenerates only as often as needed.

If you want to protect your plumbing and reduce mineral buildup in your home, contact our team in Rifle to discuss water softener options and installation scheduling.

What Happens During Water Softener Installation

When we install a water softener in Rifle, we mount the resin tank and brine tank near your water heater or utility sink, then connect the softener to your main supply line using copper or PEX piping. The system pulls water through a bed of resin beads that exchange hardness minerals for sodium ions, then sends softened water to your fixtures and appliances. A control valve triggers regeneration cycles that flush accumulated minerals into the drain.

After installation, you will notice soap lathering more easily in the shower, fewer spots on dishes, and a reduction in scale buildup inside your water heater and on faucet surfaces. Your washing machine will rinse clothes more thoroughly, and you will use less detergent per load.

We also repair softeners that fail to regenerate, produce salty-tasting water, or leak from the tank or valve assembly. Common causes include worn seals, clogged injectors, or a malfunctioning control board. Repairs typically involve replacing the valve, cleaning the resin bed, or adjusting regeneration settings to match your household usage and local water hardness.

What People Ask Before Installing a Softener

Homeowners in Rifle often want to know how a water softener works, what maintenance it requires, and whether it affects drinking water. These answers cover the most common pre-installation questions.

What does a water softener remove from my water?
It removes calcium and magnesium, the minerals that cause hardness and scale buildup. It does not remove chlorine, sediment, or bacteria, so you may need a separate filtration system if those are present in your supply.
How often do I need to add salt to the brine tank?
Most households in Rifle need to refill the brine tank every four to six weeks depending on water usage and hardness levels. Check the tank monthly and add salt when the level drops below the waterline.
When should I call for water softener repair?
Call when the system stops softening water, leaks from the tank or valve, or produces salty or discolored water. These symptoms usually point to a failed control valve, clogged resin bed, or broken seal inside the tank.
How long does water softener installation take?
Most installations in Rifle take three to four hours. We cut into the main supply line, install the bypass valve and drain connection, mount the tanks, and program the control head to match your water hardness and household size.
Why does my softened water taste salty?
This usually means the system is over-regenerating or the brine tank is overfilled. We check the salt level, adjust the regeneration schedule, and test the control valve to restore normal operation and eliminate the salty taste.

Pure Comfort LLC installs and repairs water softener systems throughout Rifle, sizing each system to match your household needs and local water conditions. Contact us to schedule an installation consultation or repair service call.