Water Softener Salt Delivery

A: The salt in your brine tank should be checked at least once a month. Deliveries can be scheduled monthly and are based on the needs of your specific water softener. Our specialists can help you decide the appropriate duration between salt deliveries.

A: Salt is a necessary part of the ion exchange process in a water softener. Salt is what regenerates the ion resins of a softener. The salt is used to clean the resin beads during a regeneration cycle, allowing the system to continually remove hardness from your water supply.

A: Salt (or lack of it) is often the cause of your water feeling hard. Make sure you regularly check the brine tank (at least once a month) to make sure there is enough salt.

Salt bridges may also be the culprit. To check for a salt bridge, simply give the lower portion of the brine tank a knock. Does it sound hollow? If so, the salt may have hardened in the tank and formed a “bridge”. If this happens, you may gently knock it loose and the salt will drop to the bottom of the tank.

A: The technical name is Physical Water Conditioners.  The reason for that specific name is because these systems modify or change the waters physical quality, characteristics, or behavior of the water but they do not remove calcium and magnesium. The performance in these systems is not consistent in effectively softening the water.

Water softeners ionic exchange technology is robust and works everywhere regardless of the application.  An investment in a good, high-quality water softener such as a Guthrie & Frey Water system will be an investment that will protect all of your water using appliances, your plumbing fixtures, and most importantly your hair and skin.

Salt delivery ensures your water softener always has the salt it needs to run smoothly, without the hassle of lifting heavy bags or making trips to the store. With Guthrie & Frey Water Conditioning, you get reliable, flexible delivery intervals based on your needs. It’s a convenient way to keep your system performing at its best year-round.