How to Service Water Softener
Every few months, empty the entire brine tank. Grab a shop vac or a bucket, and scoop out all the water and leftover salt goo. Yes, it smells a bit swampy. That’s normal—embrace it.
Scrub the inside with a mix of dish soap and warm water. No bleach! Bleach kills the good bacteria your softener uses to regenerate. You want it clean, not sterilized like an operating room.
Rinse thoroughly with a garden hose, then dry it with a towel. Let it air out for an hour so it doesn’t get musty. Trust me, your water will taste ten times fresher.
How to Install a Water Softener: 15 Steps (with Pictures)