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Water Softeners & Filtration in Colorado Springs, CO

Compare 5 local water softeners & filtration pros. Typical service: $1138–$3602.

Top Water Softeners & Filtration Companies in Colorado Springs

  1. 1.Clean Water Co

    4.8★ (463 reviews)

    4.8★ from 463 reviews

    +18004024857Website

  2. 2.Universal Water Systems Colorado

    4.7★ (260 reviews)

    4.7★ from 260 reviews

    +17197487369Website

  3. 3.Pikes Peak Culligan of Colorado Springs

    4.8★ (157 reviews)

    4.8★ from 157 reviews

    +17193823100Website

  4. 4.Winning Edge

    4.9★ (99 reviews)

    4.9★ from 99 reviews

    +17194148816Website

  5. 5.ELV8 Water

    +18004024857Website

Water Softeners & Filtration Cost in Colorado Springs

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Colorado Springs
Water softener, installed$1,138–$3,602/job
Installation labor only$142–$664/job

Water Softeners & Filtration prices in Colorado Springs run about 5% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving Colorado Springs, rated 4.8★ on average across 979 customer reviews.

Colorado Springs Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Colorado Springs's weather means for scheduling water softeners & filtration.

Last spring frost
May 4
First fall frost
October 3
Annual precipitation
16.54"
Heating degree days
6,292
Cooling degree days
455
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.7°43.2°0.32"
Feb19.5°44.8°0.34"
Mar26°52.1°1"
Apr33.3°59.8°1.42"
May42.7°69.1°2.03"
Jun51.3°79°2.5"
Jul56.9°84.8°2.84"
Aug55.7°81.6°3.34"
Sep47.3°74.5°1.19"
Oct35.8°63°0.82"
Nov25.2°51°0.4"
Dec17.5°42.1°0.34"

NOAA station data 5.56 miles from Colorado Springs.

Permits & Regulations in CO

Permit typically required

  • Colorado licenses plumbers statewide through the DORA State Plumbing Board, unlike its HVAC and roofing trades which are licensed locally
  • A journeyworker plumber needs up to 6,800 hours of practical experience and a master plumber 8,500 hours
  • A state plumbing permit must be obtained before plumbing is installed, and is valid for one year from issue

License required: Colorado State Plumbing Board license (journeyworker, master or plumbing contractor)

Sources: dpo.colorado.gov

Water Softeners & Filtration FAQs for Colorado Springs

How much does a water softener cost in Colorado Springs?

A water softener in Colorado Springs typically runs $1138-$3602 installed, depending on capacity and type.

How many water softener companies serve Colorado Springs?

We track 5 water softener and filtration companies serving Colorado Springs.

Is water softener installation in Colorado Springs more expensive than average?

Plumbing labor in Colorado Springs runs about -5.2% versus the national average.

Does a water softener installer in CO need a license?

In CO, Colorado licenses plumbers statewide through the DORA State Plumbing Board, unlike its HVAC and roofing trades which are licensed locally. Tying a softener into a Colorado Springs homes main water line is plumbing work.

How do I know if I need a water softener in Colorado Springs?

Scale on fixtures and spotty dishes are the signs; ask a Colorado Springs dealer for a free hardness test before paying $1138-$3602.

Salt-based or salt-free softener in Colorado Springs?

Salt-based units actually remove hardness; salt-free conditioners only reduce scale. Colorado Springs dealers sell both, so ask which one the quote is for.

How many quotes should I get for a water softener in Colorado Springs?

Two or three; with 5 companies serving Colorado Springs, compare grain capacity and the cost of ongoing salt and service.

Do water softeners use much water in Colorado Springs?

Regeneration uses some water; with 16.54 inches of rain a year in Colorado Springs, check whether your utility restricts softener discharge.