Hydrology Essentials whole-home water softener with a Clack WS1 valve in a garage

Clack valve service · Bradenton and the Suncoast

Clack valve service
and repair, any installer.

We service Clack WS1 softener and filter valves every week, ours and other companies’. Pistons, seals and spacers, injectors, boards and error codes, fixed on the first visit when the part is on the truck.

4.7★ from 212 Google reviews  ·  WQA Gold Seal Puronics dealer  ·  Our own techs, no subcontractors

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Know your valve

Clack basics

Clack Corporation makes the WS1 control valve used on many whole-home softeners and filters, including our own Hydrology Essentials softener. It is a metered valve: it counts the water you use and regenerates when the resin needs it, not on a fixed timer.

Want the deeper read? See our Clack WS1 review, Clack valve models explained and Fleck vs Clack valves.

Already have a different brand? We service most softener and filter valves. See water softener repair and service.

What your neighbors say

4.7★ from 212 Google reviews.

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“I cannot say enough amazing things about this company and system! We had three companies come out and Hydrology stood out on every level.”

— Denise W. · Google review
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“We’ve had our system now a month and absolutely love it. My wife is a hair beautician with over 30 years of experience and definitely can tell the difference with the water.”

— Charles P. · Google review
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“Wow, I can definitely feel a difference in my hair, skin, and when I wash my hands. I knew getting a water softener was a priority and I’m so glad I decided to go with Hydrology.”

— Renee C. · Google review

Every review is on our Google profile — read all of them there. We don’t cherry-pick; we just answer the phone.

Clack questions

What people ask
about Clack valves.

Straight answers from the techs who work on them.

Do you service Clack valves you did not install?

Yes. Clack valves use parts we stock, so it does not matter who put the system in. We look at the whole system while we are there, including how it was plumbed.

My Clack valve shows an error code. What does it mean?

Most codes point to the drive motor, the piston position or the meter. Our Clack WS1 error code guide covers what each one means. If the code comes back after a reset, book a service call.

Is it worth repairing an older Clack valve?

Usually, yes. Clack parts are sold through plumbing supply houses, so a worn piston or seal kit is a repair, not a replacement. If the tank or resin is the real problem, we will tell you that instead.

What warranty comes with a Clack valve from you?

The Clack valve on our Hydrology Essentials softener carries a 5-year warranty through Franklin Electric, the company behind Puronics. Our labor terms are in writing on your quote.

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Some people want the free test. Some just want a straight answer. Either way you get the person who installs the systems — we educate, we solve the problem, and we back every answer with third-party testing and the warranty paperwork.

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“We’ve had our system now a month and absolutely love it and we can see and feel the difference immediately. My wife is a hair beautician with over 30 years of experience and definitely can tell the difference with the water which is important for hair and skin. Highly recommend this company and look forward to many years of clean, soft and healthy water!”

- Charles P.

“Wow I can definitely feel a difference in my hair, skin, and when I wash my hands. I knew getting a water softener was a priority and I’m so glad I decided to go with Hydrology. I’m thoroughly impressed with the company and the product!”

- Renee C.

“I cannot say enough amazing things about this company and system! We had three companies come out and Hydrology stood out on every level. This company is very professional, answered every question we had and even gave us time to think without “pressuring” us to buy! Our water is fabulous the taste and feeling it leaves on skin I am wondering how I have went so long without this system! ”

- Denise W.
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