If you’re building a new home or remodeling, consider installing a water softener chute. It’s a simple but incredibly practical feature that solves a common hassle—carrying heavy salt bags through the house to a water softener tucked away in a basement or utility room. With a chute, you can dump the salt directly into the softener without dragging bags all the way to its location.
How a Water Softener Chute Works
A water softener chute is essentially a direct path from your garage (or another easily accessible location) to the water softener. Here’s why it’s worth adding:
- Convenience: With the chute, you don’t have to lug 40-pound bags of salt across the house. Just drop the bag into the chute, and it’s delivered straight to the softener below.
- Dedicated Storage: Set up a small storage area in the garage to keep a few bags of salt. This setup makes it easy to restock your salt supply. Just load up your storage area, and you’re ready refill as needed.
Why Add This During a New Build or Remodel?
Adding a chute isn’t complicated during construction, but it can be a pain to retrofit later. With a little planning now, you save yourself years of hassle.
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