What should I do with my old water-softener tank?

What do I do with my old water softer?

The brine tanks and water softeners do not contain any hazardous substances. You can dispose of them in the trash. You can also dispose of small amounts salt or water softener in the trash. You can either call your trash hauler to dispose of large quantities of salt or take it to one the listed disposal companies.

Should water be kept in a water softener tank as well? Is there water in my brine tank? The brine tank will normally have several gallons of water at the bottom, but it should not be more than twelve inches in height. It is recommended that your brine tank be checked at least once a month for salt levels.

So, where do I dispose of my water softener then?

You can dispose of water softeners in the garbage. It may be necessary to first remove salt. Place the salt in the trash. You may be able to have your water softener delivered curbside by your garbage hauler.

How often should my water softener be regenerated?

Regular regenerations are generally considered the best because they keep resin bed active. This should occur every two to 3 days. However, highly efficient softeners can generate every day or multiple times per day.