What does the EC5 water softener remove?

The EC5 removes calcium and magnesium, the primary minerals that cause hard water. Depending on water conditions, it can also reduce some dissolved iron.

How do I know if I have hard water?

Common signs include white scale on fixtures, cloudy dishes, soap that does not lather well, and mineral buildup around faucets and showerheads. A water test gives you the actual hardness level.

What is the difference between a water softener and a carbon filter?

A water softener removes hardness minerals such as calcium and magnesium. A carbon filter addresses different water-quality concerns such as chlorine and certain tastes, odors, and organic compounds.

Is the Pure H2O water test really free?

Yes. Pure H2O offers a complimentary in-home water test with no obligation. Your water specialist tests key water-quality measurements and explains the results.

Water Softener for Hard Water | Pure H2O

Whole-Home Water Softening

Stop Hard Water at the Source

Name: EC5 Water Softener
Brand: Pure H2O
Availability: InStock

The EC5 removes the minerals that cause scale, spots and buildup — helping protect your plumbing, appliances and home.

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NSF/ANSI 44 Certified Limited Lifetime Warranty Serving Ohio Since 1999

Hands being washed with soft water in an Ohio home

Soft water throughout your home

NSF 44

Certified hardness reduction

DIR

Regenerates based on actual water use

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Google Rating

1,000+

Ohio Reviews

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Years Serving Ohio

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Hard Water in Ohio

Hard water mineral scale and calcium buildup on a shower head

Ohio Has Hard Water — And It Shows

Hardness minerals leave buildup throughout your home — from showerheads and faucets to plumbing and water-using appliances.

Scale & BuildupWhite deposits collect on faucets, showerheads, fixtures and inside plumbing.

Appliance WearMinerals build up inside water heaters, dishwashers and washing machines.

Dry Skin & Poor LatherHard water can make soap harder to lather and rinse clean.

Spots & FilmCloudy glasses, spotted dishes and mineral film mean more cleaning.

Your Water Is Different

Know Your Actual Hardness Level

Hardness varies by water source and location. A complimentary in-home water test shows you your number before any treatment recommendation is made.

How It Works

One System. Soft Water Throughout Your Home.

The EC5 is installed on your main water line and removes hardness minerals before water reaches your faucets, showers and appliances.

Hard Water Enters

Your incoming water flows through the EC5.

Hardness Is Removed

Ion exchange removes calcium and magnesium from the water.

Soft Water Flows Out

Softened water travels throughout your home.

What Changes

Feel the Difference Throughout Your Home

Less Scale

Cleaner faucets, fixtures, showerheads and plumbing.

Protect Appliances

Reduce damaging mineral buildup in water-using appliances.

Better Lather

Soap and shampoo work more effectively in soft water.

Cleaner Dishes & Laundry

Less mineral film, spotting and residue after washing.

Meet the EC5

Smart Whole-Home Water Softening

Built for whole-home hardness reduction and sized around your home's water conditions and usage.

EC5 Water Softener

TreatmentWhole-home ion exchange softening

CertificationNSF/ANSI Standard 44

RegenerationDemand-Initiated / metered

ConnectivityWi-Fi enabled system monitoring

WarrantyLimited lifetime coverage on qualifying components

Why Homeowners Choose It

Regenerates based on actual water use

Salt and system alerts through connected monitoring

Professional installation and local service support

See It in Action

Watch How the EC5 Works

Why Pure H2O

Local Water Experts Since 1999

We Test FirstSee your actual water results before deciding what treatment makes sense.

26+ Years Serving OhioLocal experience across Columbus, Cincinnati, Dayton and surrounding communities.

Professional InstallationYour system is installed and supported by trained water-treatment professionals.

Local Service & SupportYou have a local team to call long after installation.

Certified EquipmentIndependent certifications help verify performance and material safety claims.

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4.9

★★★★★

Based on 1,000+ Ohio Google Reviews

“What I appreciated most was that they tested our water first and showed us the numbers. No guessing, no pressure. The installation was clean and the team explained everything.”

— Ohio Homeowner, Google Review

Common Questions

Quick Answers About Water Softening

The EC5 removes calcium and magnesium — the primary minerals that cause hard water. Depending on your water conditions, it can also reduce some dissolved iron.

Common signs include white scale on fixtures, cloudy dishes, poor soap lather and mineral buildup around faucets and showerheads. A water test gives you the actual hardness level.

The EC5 regenerates based on actual water use instead of a fixed timer. Salt use depends on household size and your water's hardness level.

A softener removes hardness minerals such as calcium and magnesium. A carbon filter addresses different concerns such as chlorine and certain tastes, odors and organic compounds.

Yes. The in-home water test is complimentary and there is no obligation. We test key water-quality measurements and explain what the results mean for your home.

Complimentary In-Home Water Test

Start With Your Water.

See your home's actual hardness and water-quality results before deciding what treatment makes sense. We test right at your kitchen tap and explain what the numbers mean.

Hardness Chlorine pH TDS & More

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