Short answer
Installed, a water softener in the East Valley costs about $1,750–$1,950 depending on size. A softener with a whole house filter is $2,550–$3,250, a salt-free conditioner is $2,750, and a reverse osmosis drinking water system is $775–$850.
What a softener costs, by size
Price mostly comes down to size, which depends on how many people live in your home. These are our published prices, fully installed:
- 32,000 grain (1–3 people): $1,750
- 48,000 grain (3–5 people): $1,850
- 64,000 grain (5–8 people): $1,950
Not sure which size you need? Read What size water softener do I need?
What other systems cost
- Whole House Combo (filter + softener): $2,550 for up to 5 people, $3,250 for 6 or more
- Salt-Free Conditioner: $2,750
- Reverse osmosis at the kitchen sink: $775, or $850 with alkaline minerals added back
What’s included in the price?
Installation to your home’s existing softener loop, a code-compliant install that’s tested before we leave, a walkthrough of how to use it, and Blake’s direct number for life. Most East Valley homes already have a loop near the water heater or in the garage.
What could cost extra?
- No loop? A full line install is quoted up front after we look at your plumbing, before any work starts.
- Salt. Softeners and combos need salt topped up. We can deliver it and fill the tank for you.
- Filters. Reverse osmosis filters are changed about once a year.
Is a cheaper store-bought softener worth it?
A box-store unit costs less up front, but you install it yourself, you choose the size yourself, and nobody answers the phone when it acts up. East Valley water is hard enough that an undersized softener runs out of capacity fast. If you go that route, size it for your city’s hardness, not the national average.
Can I spread out the cost?
Yes. You can finance through Wisetack, with 0% APR on select terms and no impact to your credit to check your options, or rent from $20 a month.
Common questions
Do water softener prices include installation?
Ours do. Every published price includes installation to an existing loop, testing and a walkthrough.
Is a water softener worth it in the East Valley?
For most homes, yes. East Valley water runs 8 to 23 grains per gallon, and scale shortens the life of water heaters and appliances that cost far more than a softener.