Whole-House Water Softener + Catalytic Carbon Filtration
Built for San Diego's very hard, chloraminated water. One black tank with a metered Clack WS1 valve, UXC 10% cross-linked softening resin and catalytic carbon ends scale, spots and dry skin, and strips chlorine and chloramine taste and smell from every tap in your home.
Choose your tank size
1.0 ft³ resin + 0.5 ft³ catalytic carbon
Not sure which size? Your free in-home water test sizes it for you.
Typical dealer price: $7,000 to $10,000
10x54 · 1.0 ft³ resin + 0.5 ft³ catalytic carbon · Complete system: tank, Clack WS1 valve, 1" bypass and brine tank · Ships nationwide in 5 to 7 business days · Sales tax calculated at checkout · Direct pricing, no dealer markup. Professional installation in Southern California by our local, veteran-owned team is quoted separately at your free water test.
- SoCal delivery$149
- Nationwide shipping$259
- Ships in5 to 7 days
Optional add-ons
What's included and key benefits
- Protects water heaters, dishwashers and washing machines from hard water scale
- Ends cloudy spots on dishes, shower doors and chrome fixtures
- Softer skin and hair, with about half the soap and detergent
- Catalytic carbon removes chlorine and chloramine at every tap
- Metered Clack WS1 regenerates only when needed, saving salt and water
- Industry-standard Clack parts, no proprietary lock-in
System Specifications, 10x54
Every system is built from genuine, commercial-grade components made to handle Southern California's hard water for years.
| Model | BLACK1054/WS1/MTR/1"HFBP-PY(V3007)/BT1517 SBV |
|---|---|
| Control valve | Clack WS1, metered (made in the USA) |
| Tank | Black 10" x 54" |
| Softening resin | 1.0 ft³ UXC 10% cross-linked resin |
| Catalytic carbon | 0.5 ft³ catalytic GAC for chlorine and chloramine |
| Total media | 1.5 ft³ |
| Bypass | 1" bypass valve |
| Brine tank | Brine tank with safety valve |
| Best for | Smaller homes (1 to 2 baths · about 1,500 to 2,600 sq ft) |
| Regeneration | Metered, regenerates only when needed |
| Shipping | SoCal delivery $149 · Nationwide shipping $259 · Ships in 5 to 7 business days |
| Warranty | Lifetime limited warranty |
Why We Build on Genuine Clack Valves
Many big-box softeners use proprietary valves that lock you into one company for parts and service. Clack valves are made in the USA and used by water treatment pros nationwide, so any qualified plumber can service yours for years.
- Non-proprietary, standard parts
- Metered regeneration saves salt and water
- Keeps its settings through power outages
- Scales from condos to large family homes
What to Expect After You Order
- Order confirmation. We call or text within 24 hours to confirm your system size and details.
- Free water test and install quote. We test your water at home and give you a written quote for professional installation.
- Installation and support. Our local, veteran-owned team installs and programs your system, usually in one visit, and we stay on call after.
Water Softener Questions, Answered
How do I know which system size I need?
Size depends on your water hardness, the number of people in your home and how many bathrooms you have. The 10x54 holds 1.5 ft³ of media for smaller homes, the 12x54 holds 2.5 ft³ for mid-size homes, and the 13x54 holds 3.0 ft³ for larger homes or very hard water. Not sure? Book a free in-home water test and we'll size it for you.
Is installation included in the price?
No. The price shown is for the complete softener and catalytic carbon system. Professional installation by our local, veteran-owned team is quoted separately in writing at your free in-home water test.
What's the difference between this and a big-box store softener?
Most big-box softeners use plastic, proprietary valves and skip chlorine filtration. Ours is built on a metered, USA-made Clack WS1 valve with UXC 10% cross-linked resin and catalytic carbon, using standard parts any qualified plumber can service.
Do you ship, and how much does shipping cost?
Yes. Delivery within Southern California is $149 and shipping anywhere else in the continental U.S. is $259. Orders ship in 5 to 7 business days. Outside our service area, the system arrives ready for a licensed plumber to install.
Do I need to add salt?
Yes. A water softener uses softener salt to regenerate. Most households add a bag or two every few months, and because the Clack WS1 regenerates based on actual water use, it uses less salt than timer-based systems.
Does it remove chlorine and chloramine?
Yes. The catalytic carbon stage removes chlorine and chloramine at every tap. For purified drinking water, add our 8-stage reverse osmosis system.
Which areas do you serve?
We test and install throughout San Diego County and within a 90-mile radius, including North County, the South Bay, Temecula, Murrieta, Riverside and south Orange County. Learn more about our San Diego water softener and filtration company. We also ship systems nationwide.
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