Very hard (10.5+ gpg) · Entry ion‑exchange (retail 40k)
Modeled totals and breakdown for this combination. This is an illustrative model using current public pricing and simple usage heuristics.
Totals
- Upfront (equipment + typical install): $1,197
- 12‑month total: $1,377
- 5‑year total: $2,098
Operating breakdown (per year)
- Salt: $171 (1.50 bags/mo at this band × system)
- Electricity: $9
- Service plan: $0
Compare
- Other systems for very hard water: Mid‑tier ion‑exchange (online 32–48k) ($3,065 5-yr) · Premium dealer (HE single/dual) ($5,151 5-yr) · Salt‑free conditioner (scale control) ($1,579 5-yr)
- Entry ion‑exchange (retail 40k) at other hardness: Soft · Moderately hard · Hard
- By household size: 2-person · 3-person · 4-person · 5-person
Last verified: 2026-09-08
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