Check your water softener’s salt
The softener uses salt to recharge, so check the brine tank about once a month, top it up when it’s below half full, and break up any hard crust of salt.
Homes with a water softener
- Time
- 10 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- How often
- Monthly

If you skip it
When the salt runs out or forms a crust, the softener stops softening and your hard-water problems come back.
Source: epa.gov
How do I check the salt in my water softener?
Clark, Haven's home assistant, walks you through it for your home. Haven keeps it on your list and reminds you each time it’s due.
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