Perform a deep cleaning of your water softener components to remove 'salt bridges' and bacterial growth, ensuring the system regenerates at peak efficiency.
Water Softener Salt
Clean out the Resin and Brine Tank
Pro Tips
Regularly clean the resin tank to maintain the efficiency of the water softener.
Use a small brush to break up salt bridges before vacuuming.
Avoid overfilling the brine tank, as it can cause salt to clump together, preventing proper regeneration.
Steps
1Turn off the water softener
2Drain the brine tank
3Vacuum the brine tank
4Inspect for salt bridges and mushing
5Scrub the brine tank
6Clean the resin tank
7Refill the brine tank with water softener salt
8Turn the water softener back on