The SHOCKING Truth About Salt-Free Water Softeners That Plumbers Don't Want You to Know

Written by Craig "The Water Guy" Phillips

Exploring SoftPro Water Systems

Quality Water Treatment & Family Overview

We’re all about dishing out top-notch water treatment, and it all started with Craig “The Water Guy” Phillips back in 1990.

Fed up with the fear-mongering, overpriced shenanigans in the industry, Craig decided to set up shop with a simple mission — “make water better for everyone,” one household at a time with access to squeaky clean, soft water.

Craig Phillips isn’t just our founder; he’s the heart and soul of this place. As the brains behind SoftPro Water Systems, he keeps us pushing boundaries and educating folks on getting the best water experience.

Then there’s Jeremy Phillips, Craig’s son and our sales manager, the guy with the golden touch in matching people with the perfect water solution—none of that pushy sales talk, just straight-up honesty based on solid water analysis.

Holding it all together is Heather Phillips, running the daily show with operations, shipping, tech support, and all those friendly emails.

If you’ve ever got a message from us, chances are Heather had a hand in it.

Here’s what we stick by:

• Family-Focused: We're not just a company; we’re family-led for that personal touch.
• Customer Love: No tricky pricing, loads of useful info, and always-ready support.
• Coast-to-Coast Friendliness: Whether you're in Texas or Vermont, you’ll feel like we’re just down the street.

SoftPro Water Systems Product Line

We cooked up SoftPro Water Systems to give folks reliable and decently priced options that don’t skimp on features.

SoftPro Water Softeners

1. SoftPro ECO Water Softener: The new kid on the block for those watching their wallets, this is the affordable choice without trimming on quality. It’s perfect if you’re diving into water softening for the first time.

2. SoftPro Elite Water Softener: Packs a punch with its heavy-duty resin and sophisticated settings, balancing impressive performance and efficiency. It’s your go-to for tackling both city and well water of moderate to high hardness.

3. SoftPro Smart Home+ Water Softener: For those who geek out on tech, this one uses DROP tech, offering everything from remote checks to alerts. It even tracks its own stats in real time!

SoftPro Filtration Systems

1. SoftPro AIO Iron Master Whole House Iron Filter: A champ at removing annoying iron and sulfur through Air Injection Oxidation. Perfect for folks dealing with well water.

2. Whole House Fluoride & Carbon Filter: This one’s your best bet to combat fluoride and its buddies in city water, catering especially to health watchers.

3. Whole House Catalytic Carbon Filter: Count on it for cutting chlorine and other chemical nasties, guaranteeing water that tastes as clean as it is.

Our line-up is a testament to Craig’s innovative brain, Jeremy’s knack for customer-first sales, and Heather’s operational mojo.

Each of our salt-free water softener systems packs all the must-haves with no shady overcharges, along with support that’s second to none, making sure your household water situation is sorted without fuss or inflated costs.

Understanding Salt-Free Water Softeners

Figuring out whether a salt-free water softener is your jam compared to the classic salt-based versions can be key to picking what suits your pad best.

Technology and Functionality

Salt-free softeners, a.k.a. salt-free conditioners or scale busters, are a bit different from your usual salt softeners. 

They don't yank minerals like calcium or magnesium out of the water. Instead, they mess with them just enough to stop them from sticking around as scale.

How They Work:

• Template Assisted Crystallization (TAC): The MVP in salt-free tech. TAC flips those troublemaking minerals into tiny crystals that are practically allergic to sticking.
• Electromagnetic or Magnetic Devices: These gizmos use magnetic fields to tweak mineral structures so they chill and don’t scale-up.

Unlike their salty cousins, these conditioners don't rock the whole sodium swap-out.

Pros and Cons compared to Salt-Based Systems

Choosing between salt-free and salt-based? Weighing up the pros and cons is where it's at.

Pros of Salt-Free Water Softeners:

• Eco-Friendly: No extra water waste—Mother Earth gives this a nod.
• Easy Peasy Maintenance: No salt top-ups or fancy cycles to worry about.
• Wallet-friendly: Keep your water and power bills chill.
• Health-Conscious: Skip adding sodium, which is a win if you’re watching your intake and wanna keep that fresh water taste.

Cons of Salt-Free Water Softeners:

• Hardness Stays Put: Minerals hang around, which might cramp laundry day or dish duty.
• Sometimes Hit-or-Miss: Not always a knockout on super hard water or heavy-duty needs.

Pros of Salt-Based Water Softeners:

• Softer Water Anytime: Kicks out hardness minerals, keeping your appliances and fixtures happy.
• Reliable Game Player: Gets rid of hardness, making soap and detergent way more effective.

Cons of Salt-Based Water Softeners:

• Mother Nature Ain't Happy: Creates salty wastewater, which ain't doing our planet any favors.
• Salt Feed: Needs constant babysitting with salt loads and upkeep.

Whatever side you pick, both salt-free and salt-based have their perks and quirks. 

Sizing up what's what can help you land on the best pick for your crib, offering healthier water and some utility cash-back for the family.

Get more scoop on the salt-free water softener rundown on our dedicated page.