About Soft Water Home

Soft Water Home is a small independent publisher. We write plain-English guides that help homeowners figure out what is actually in their water, what kind of treatment fixes it, and how to size and compare equipment without a salesperson in the room.

What we do

• Explain water problems (hardness, iron, sulfur smell, sediment, bacteria) and the treatment that matches each one.
• Compare models using manufacturers' published specifications, independent certifications (NSF/ANSI, WQA) and public data, and say clearly when a claim can't be verified.
• Build free calculators so you can size a softener or filter for your own home.

What we don't do

• We don't sell equipment, offer installation, or take payment for placement in our guides.
• We don't publish made-up star ratings, testimonials or "lab results".
• We aren't plumbers or water-treatment dealers. For installation, local codes and anything health-related, talk to a licensed professional and get your water tested.

See how we research and how we earn money.