Water Softener Fresno, CA
Our water softener removes hardness minerals — calcium and magnesium — from your water, so every tap runs soft water. No more scale in your pipes and water heater, no more spots on dishes, no more dry skin and hair. Included in our $2,999 whole-home package, with free installation and a lifetime warranty.
Why Fresno water is hard
What is hard water?
Hard water is water with high levels of dissolved calcium and magnesium. Those minerals are picked up as water moves through rock and soil, and they stay in the water all the way to your tap.
How hard is Fresno water?
Fresno city water averages about 7.5 grains per gallon (129 mg/L) — hard water, varying by neighborhood from about 5 to 9 GPG, and private wells can test much higher, according to the City of Fresno 2025 Annual Water Quality Report. That’s why we test yours for free, at your sink, before we size a system — your exact number depends on your street.
What hard water does to your home.
That hardness leaves scale in your pipes and water heater, spots on dishes and glassware, and dry skin and hair. Over time, scale makes water heaters and appliances work harder and wear out faster — a softener removes those hardness minerals, so every tap runs soft water.
How does a water softener work.
A water softener works by ion exchange. Hard water flows through a tank filled with food-grade resin beads, which attract and hold calcium and magnesium — the minerals that make water hard. Soft water flows out to your taps, and when the beads are full, the system rinses them with salt brine, flushes the hardness away, and starts over. That cleaning cycle is called regeneration, and it happens automatically.
Our Water Softener Fresno Systems
Free water test to size it — we test your water at your sink and tell you which softener fits your home, your water, and your budget.
Single Tank Softener Only (No Carbon)
36,000 grains
A water softener on its own, for homes that only need hardness removed. No filtration tank. Best for homes that only need softening.
Whole Home Standard (Most Popular)
36,000 grains
A standard system combines resin and carbon to both soften and filter the water going to the home. Removes hardness and chlorine.
Dual Tank City Water
Two 36,000 grain tanks
Two tanks – one resin tank for softening, one carbon tank for filtration. Best suited for larger homes or families.
Salt Free Conditioner
No salt, low maintenance option
Conditions hard water without salt. A low maintenance option that uses less water and less electricity. Combines with a carbon tank for conditioning and filtration.
Locally Owned Fresno Water Softener Company
Stellar Water Co is a locally owned company, with both owners living in Fresno and Madera California. We built this company because we believe that every Fresno home should have clean water without the sticker shock prices that national brands carry. Our team is local, our installers are local, and we pride ourselves in serving our area with integrity and honesty.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How often do I need to add salt to my water softener?
Check the salt tank every few weeks and top it up as needed — most homes add salt every 1–2 months, depending on water use and hardness. We’ll show you how at install.
2. How long does a water softener last?
If maintained properly, a water softener will last several years depending on the size of the softener, the size of the family, and the water usage of the home. We properly size the system and will let you know how long your specific softener will last.
3. Does a water softener remove chlorine?
No, not on its own. A softener removes hardness minerals only. Our whole-home systems pair the softener with coconut shell carbon, which removes chlorine taste and smell.
4. How much does a water softener cost in Fresno?
Our Whole-Home Softening & Filtration Package starts at $2,999 installed which includes softening, filtration, and reverse osmosis.