What is the difference between a water softener and carbon treatment system?
Both units are plumbed into where the water enters the house. A softener removes calcium and magnesium from the water and exchanges it for sodium or potassium, depending upon which type of salt you use. A carbon system has one cubic foot of carbon, or more, in a tank similar to a water softener tank. The carbon reduces chlorine, taste, odor, color, and any chemicals present from all the water in your sinks, showers, and faucets. It is common to use a water softener and a carbon system in tandem.
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