Spots, Scale, & Stiff Laundry? That’s Hard Water Working Against You.
Hard water doesn’t just leave spots on your dishes – it slowly eats away at your home. Minerals build up inside your pipes and water heater, shorten the life of faucets and fixtures, and make soap and shampoo less effective. You’re left cleaning more, replacing more, and still not happy with your water.
- White, chalky buildup on faucets, shower doors, and dishes that never look truly clean.
- Dry skin and hair because soap doesn’t rinse off properly in hard water.
- Water heater and appliances working harder, using more energy, and failing sooner.
The Omaha Drain Solution
Our TruTech-trained plumbers design a water softener setup that actually matches your home’s plumbing and water usage – then install it clean, fast, and up to code.
- On-site water test and review of your plumbing layout.
- Correctly sized softener and bypass valve so maintenance is simple.
- Neat, professional pipework with proper drainage and overflow protection.
Why a Water Softener Is One of the Best Upgrades You Can Make.
A properly installed water softener protects your pipes, fixtures, and water heater from scale buildup. It also makes everyday life easier – from showers and laundry to cleaning the kitchen sink.
- Protects Your Plumbing: Less scale inside pipes and your water heater means fewer leaks and longer system life.
- Better Looking Fixtures: Faucets, glass, and shower heads stay cleaner, with fewer ugly white spots.
- Softer Showers & Laundry: Soap lathers better, skin feels smoother, and clothes come out less stiff.
How Your New Water Softener Protects Your Home
- 1 Hard water from the city or well enters the softener before branching out to the rest of the home.
- 2 The resin tank removes hardness minerals like calcium and magnesium.
- 3 Softened water flows to your fixtures, appliances, and water heater, reducing scale buildup.
- 4 Regeneration cycles and brine discharge are piped to an approved drain, set up to code.
Think of the softener as a “filter” for hardness. We install it at the right point on your main line, add a labeled bypass, and route drains safely so the system can run 24/7 in the background.
What’s Included with Omaha Drain Water Softener Installation.
No shortcuts, no “good enough” hookups. We treat every water softener like a critical part of your plumbing system – because it is.
In-Home Water & Plumbing Assessment
We inspect your main water line, measure hardness, and confirm where the softener should tie in.
- Measure water hardness (gpg)
- Review current water heater and fixtures
- Check existing loops or stubs for softener tie-in
Professional Plumbing Connections
We install the softener with neat, labeled piping so service and future changes are easy.
- Bypass and shutoff valves
- Code-compliant drain and overflow lines
- Pressure check and leak test
Startup, Programming & Walkthrough
We don’t just hook it up – we actually program and test it with you.
- Program regeneration schedule
- Explain salt usage and maintenance
- Verify soft water at fixtures before we leave
From Stubborn Hard Water to Effortless Clean.
Here’s what life looks like before and after a properly installed water softener from Omaha Drain.
- White scale on faucets, glass, and shower walls.
- Soaps and shampoos that never feel fully rinsed off.
- Water heater working harder and using more energy.
- Appliances wearing out faster than they should.
- Fixtures stay cleaner and look new for longer.
- Soap lathers easily, showers feel softer on skin and hair.
- Water heater and plumbing protected from scale buildup.
- Less time scrubbing, more time enjoying your home.
Upfront Pricing, No Surprises – Just Softer Water.
Every home is a little different, so we price your project based on the size of your water softener, the complexity of the plumbing tie-in, and any code upgrades needed. You’ll see clear options before we start.
Most residential installations land in a straightforward, flat-rate range once we know your system size and plumbing layout. You’ll see the full price upfront – and we apply your online coupon right on the estimate.
- Clear written options before any work begins
- No trip charge when you move forward with our solution
- Financing options available on approved credit
Homeowners Trust Omaha Drain with Their Water & Plumbing.
From drain clearing to complete plumbing projects, Omaha homeowners count on us for honest options, clean work, and real communication from start to finish.
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Water Softener Installation – Frequently Asked Questions.
Do I really need a water softener?
If you’re seeing scale on fixtures, spots on dishes, or buildup in your shower, you almost certainly have hard water. A water softener removes those minerals before they run through the rest of your home, helping protect your plumbing and make everyday cleaning easier.
How long does installation usually take?
Most installations take about 2–4 hours, depending on how your existing plumbing is set up and where the softener will sit. We’ll give you a clear time estimate on arrival and keep you updated throughout the job.
Can you replace my old water softener?
Yes. We can remove your old unit, flush the lines as needed, and install a new softener on the existing loop if it meets code. If any upgrades are needed, we’ll show you exactly why and what it costs before we start.
Will everything in my home be on softened water?
Typically, yes – but we can leave specific lines (like kitchen cold or outside hose bibs) unsoftened if you prefer. We’ll walk the home with you and explain how the piping is laid out so you can decide what makes the most sense.
Do you offer financing or payment options?
We know a water softener is a big upgrade, so we do have payment options available on approved credit. Your technician or our office can review current plans with you during your visit.