ANSWER FIRST
Questions to Ask an Installer
A written-scope checklist for model numbers, media quantity, settings, warranty and exclusions.
Henderson’s municipal supply meets regulated standards, while the mineral-rich Colorado River source creates water that Southern Nevada Water Authority classifies as very hard. Home treatment should therefore be selected for a defined goal—such as scale reduction, taste, odor or drinking-water preference—rather than a vague promise of “pure” water.
What matters in Henderson
280 mg/Lreported hardness
16 gpgvery hard classification
2025city report met standards
Peak flow, inlet pipe size, garage temperatures, drain access and the number of simultaneous fixtures all affect a successful installation. Ask for the assumptions behind the proposed equipment, not just the tank dimensions.
How to compare proposals
- Ask which measured condition or stated preference each stage addresses.
- Get the model, valve, tank and media quantities in writing.
- Confirm service flow and pressure-drop assumptions.
- Check the exact NSF/ANSI certification and its reduction claim.
- Compare filters, salt, water use, service intervals and warranty exclusions.