Harveys Water Softeners Reviews
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''Harvey's Block Salt Water Softener eliminates domestic scale and scum. It is twin cylinder, non electric and uses block salt. Block salt is more efficient, compact and easy to load with no mess.''
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“Soft as a baby's bottom”
Written on: 07/06/2013
We are delighted with our water softener. From the word go, when the sales rep came round with his bag of test tubes and information, my 13 year old son and I were hooked. We have only had it up and running for about a month, and already my son's skin is smoother than it's ever been, the water just feels so much nicer, and we are using hardly any cleaning products. In fact a friend who was staying from the US didn't realise you had to open the little packet of cleaner for the dishwasher, so... (read more)
“Uses too much salt”
Written on: 06/06/2013
We've had this machine for over 2 years. At first we thought it was a good product but then when I compared it to a friends i found out that the Harvey softener uses 3-4 times as much salt thats his. (My friend live near me and water is supplied by the same company, they have the same number of people in house only difference he has 2 daughters i have 2 sons. I would assume he would use more water). I have to use 2 blocks every 7-10 days. He uses 2 blocks every 4-6 weeks. When i spoke to... (read more)
“Best money I've spent!”
Written on: 28/05/2013 by jossyb
We got a water softener as our son has severe eczema and we heard that the soft water was much better for his skin, than hard water. Plus all the other benefits- less washing up liquid and detergents, skin feeling soft after a bath/shower, but the best benefit for me, is the lack of hard calcium deposits on surfaces, around taps and on glass splash-backs. I've had it for over 3 or 4 years now, and couldn't be without it now. (read more)
“Value for money”
Written on: 20/05/2013
I can honestly say that i have made big saving on my everyday products. The water is definately softer. I think for everyone who has no water softner should get Harvey Water Softner installed,iwish i did it years eralier. I like everthing about the water softner apart from the the container where the salt blocks goes could be designed better. (read more)
“Holiday skin and hair 24/7 365!”
Written on: 07/05/2013 by acorr (2 reviews written)
My decision to have a softener was mainly for my helping my son who has severe eczema. A week on and I am simply amazed at the difference in my hair and skin, its like holiday hair and skin on tap! My taps, toilets and sink just look sparkly and its very or not to use so much shampoo etc. Baths feel so luxurious that its hard to get out. The service has been faultless, the installer is a credit to Harvey's and he ensured that we were totally happy with his suggestions on locating the... (read more)
“A real Asset to our Home”
Written on: 27/04/2013
Great to have scale free kettle and scale free bathroom. Hair and skin do feel softer. (read more)
“Good product accompanied by good service”
Written on: 25/04/2013 by ravii (1 review written)
I have always struggled with hard water and the damage clearly showing on the kettle and my hair (or lack of!!). Since we bought a new house, we were informed that the area has extremely hard water and then contacted Harvey Water Softeners. Their Rep demonstrated the kit and also undertook the installation. Their service was also good and the Technician knew the solution. If there is one thing they could improve on, it would be the need for weekend appointments as we struggled to be at home... (read more)
“Hard water gone!”
Written on: 24/04/2013
Our taps and sinks were always covered on scale, our shower doors were always full of water marks. Not any more. We had a water softener fitted by Harvey's and within weeks the problem was visibly better. My taps are shining again and my sinks and basins have no more scale. I can just imagine what the inside of the taps and pipes looked like! Hopefully this over time will also be solved. Definitely noticed the difference. Showering and bathing is now so much nicer with softer water. ly... (read more)
“The Best Water Softener”
Written on: 22/04/2013
Although there were intial problems due the very hard water in our area this was soon sorted out by the engineers from Harvey. The use of blocks of salt is a very easy method of recharging the softener, certainly for me (80 year old). The Sales Service department has been very helpful and the engineers very knowledgeable and efficient. I have already sung your praises to my brother in law. (read more)
“my softner & my sorisis”
Written on: 21/04/2013 by juneannmay
not only am i saveing money so it is paying for itself my skin is so much better. i was very sceptical about what the water can do & the running cost of salt but the saveings on shampoo conditioner cleaners. soap powders the list goes on & on i'm amazed & shocked that it lives up to its hype & is paying for itself i just hope it lasts & is as good as the past 3 months.i've just had a new bathroom put in & i had put it off because of the water scum i had but decided to go ahead haveing had... (read more)
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“Excellent service”
Written on: 17/04/2013
I was very pleased with both the initial meeting and the subsequent installation. The engineer was helpful and worked cleanly in a small space! I would recommend to anyone in a hard water area as this is. (read more)
“Past Installation”
Written on: 13/04/2013 by Lyefield
Appliance installed 01/02/2013. Weekly improvement of residual scale.Amounts of dishwasher and washing machine detergents reduced. (read more)
“The New Harvey Block Salt Water Softener”
Written on: 13/04/2013
I replied to a leaflet put through the letterbox and subsequently received a visit from a very straight forward salesman,who explained everything we wanted to know, and the actual softener as fully come up to expectation. (read more)
“Easy cleaning at last”
Written on: 12/04/2013
After many years of very hard water with some relief using an electronic softener, decided to bite the bit and invested in a Harveys softener. I had discounted my preferred option, Kinetico, years ago because of the cost but have a little bit more money now so after daughter had one installed and loved it, I did a bit more research to find Kinetico had become Harveys! The guy who did the survey and the installer were both excellent, not pushy in any way but very informative and answered all... (read more)
“Harvey water Softener”
Written on: 12/04/2013 by Adeinengland (2 reviews written)
We live in a reasonably hard water area. The water softener effectively removes hardness from the water and one can notice this when bathing. I cannot say that I particularly notice a saving in detergent but there is a noticeable absence of marks on taps, sinks and sanitary ware. The installation was neatly and professionally performed. My only comment would be the waste pipe for the resin flush flow. This has been left as a 10mm flexible pipe, routed to an open outside drain through an... (read more)
“Does exactly what they said it would!”
Written on: 11/04/2013 by Varthan
I am thoroughly satisfied with my Harvey water softener, it meets all of my expectations and then some. Didn't know about the red line which indicates when the salt top-up is needed. RTFM(!) need to listen to my own advice!! Now I know for the future.....must arrange for a salt supply before I need it. There is only one person here so it lasts ages! (read more)
“Highly recommend Harvey Water Softner!”
Written on: 08/04/2013
We had the Harvey Water Softner fitted in December 2012 and instantly took to it! I couldn't believe the change in my skin, blemishes and dryness seemed to disappear within weeks. It's truly amazing the difference we have seen. We would highly recommend the system to anyone who is just thinking about giving it a go, and in fact we have now bought it outright! We chose to keep a separate tap for drinking 'hard' water. The difference in our kettle (ie, no scum or hard bits of lime scale... (read more)
“Harvey's water softener is a tiny technological miracle!”
Written on: 08/04/2013 by kindbear (1 review written)
This was a replacement for another manufacturer's softener which had come to the end of it's life. The first thing that struck me was how tiny the Harvey's unit was compared to our old model. Despite bristling with clever features to make it work better, it couldn't be easier to use. There is nothing to program or adjust or maintain, it's fully automatic and completely looks after itself. It is entirely water powered and uses no electricity, very clever! There is virtually no reduction... (read more)
“Should be in stalled in every house”
Written on: 04/04/2013 by Alan545
From first contact with Harveys to installation and the use of the water softener has been great. The unit fits neatly in an unused 300mm cupboard the pipework was installed very neatly with no noticeable loss of water pressure, this was a major concern. All benefits which were explained are true and the bonus is cleaning my black car and cleaning my caravan does not require a chamois leather just rinse and job done no streaks. Everything in the house seems to stay cleaner with no residue... (read more)
“soapy”
Written on: 04/04/2013
It's soapy, and the water has a strange quality and tastes odd. Keep a supply of your old hard water for drinking. (read more)
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“Generally very happy except the drop in pressure when...”
Written on: 04/04/2013
Generally very happy except the drop in pressure when using more than one bathroom simultaneously - we have three bathrooms. (read more)
“Soft Water In West Sussex”
Written on: 26/03/2013
Having had a Harvey water softener fitted in my home . What a difference to the quality of my water It is now possible to use the minimum of detergents & other cleaning agents Also it is so good to not have to cleanse shower heads & all other bathroom fittings One particular didn,t like was the price A certainly a very expensive installation It should be reviewed by your management to any possible cost savings that could be passed on to you customers (read more)
“Excellent service, delighted with product”
Written on: 25/03/2013
Harveys were great to deal with, excellent service. Am absolutely delighted with the water softener which i am renting. It is worth every penny and i am also very pleased with the water filter. I wish i had done it years ago! (read more)
“SIMPLY THE BEST”
Written on: 22/03/2013
Excellent product and customer service with quick response to any problem. We even had a visit from the MD of the Company. Would recommend to business colleagues and friends (read more)
“Hassle free soft water”
Written on: 22/03/2013
This is the second softener I have purchased, does what it says on the box & its so simple, just keep putting in the block salt & forget about it. No maintenance required. Stops pipes ,boilers, washing machines & dishwashers furring up/clears previous build up of limescale over time & in places you cannot reach. Does not take up too much room. Less soap used, less cleaning required,kinder to your skin & clothes. (read more)
“Very Good Service”
Written on: 21/03/2013
The discussion with the salesman was all very low key and not pressured - otherwise we would not have bought. We had in any case been recommended by a friend. Everything was clear, and we were happy to go ahead. The fitting was done quickly and without any mess being created. It was very tidily done. It has been about 3 months since it was fitted, and everything has been as we expected. Very happy so far with the unit. (read more)
“Wished I'd bought one years ago”
Written on: 19/03/2013 by neilmacaulay
From start to finish, the product and service have been excellent. Having made an initial enquiry, [name removed] the Salesman arrived at the agreed time and explained in great detail how the unit worked, tested the mains water and demonstrated how the unit softened our supply. At no time was there any pressure to buy but we were left with enough information to make an informed decision. Having decided to purchase the softened, the company office contacted us to make arrangements for our... (read more)
“A good start to the day with a better cup of tea”
Written on: 18/03/2013
Goodbye to the hard water. Aside from the reduction in detergents our clothes feel fresher and cleaner. The drinking water tap with its pure taste means we have reduced our caffeine intake. There is a visible difference in the surfaces in the kitchen and bathrooms, no scum around the taps and no more ring around the bath. more The installation was not disruptive and the plumber left no mess. The softener requires minimum management. Ordering the salt blocks was simple and they were delivered... (read more)
“No more scale and scum!!”
Written on: 16/03/2013
There are many benefits of having a water softener, mainly that the lime scale problem vanishes. The shower heads stay clean and also the shower screens, kettle and taps. I love the 'slippy' water in the bath - I only use a fraction of the shampoo and soap now and much less washing powder - and my skin feels softer - which is an added bonus. (read more)
“Good product which enhances the quality and luxury of...”
Written on: 16/03/2013
Good product which enhances the quality and luxury of life. My only minor nigle was the overflow outlet which curves upwards and water within may freeze in winter. (read more)
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“Great investment!”
Written on: 14/03/2013
A friend raved about her water softener (not a Harvey's) so we thought we'd look into getting one before installing a new kitchen. Coincidentally, Harveys dropped a card through the door - we gave them a call and the water softener was installed 2 weeks later. One of the main appeals of the Harveys softener is that all you have to do is put the salt blocks in it - that is all!! They take roughly 1 block per person per month, but the most amazing thing is the amount of money we're saving... (read more)
Barbaracapel's Comment
Written on: 16/03/2013
We had our water softener installed in June 2012, a very quick neat job of installing it under the sink, and the fitter even adapted our existing shelf to give us as much useable space as possible under the sink. We opted for the 3 month rental system, with the rental being deducted from the final balance, if we wished to purchase the unit. Almost immediately we noticed the difference in the limescale deposits on everything and the softness of the water is lovely on the skin/hair and in washing clothes. We are only two in our household and I buy 5 packs of salt for under £25 which lasts 5 months. I also use the Harvey Washing Powder, which is great and makes the whites whiter and the coloured clothes brighter. I am just coming to the end of my first order of 3 packs which I purchase at the end of the rental period, at a cost of £23 and it is delivered to my door, so very cost effective plus the saving on the chemicals I previously used e to combat the limescale. We opted to take their interest free payment scheme which was a big help also. If you are thinking of buying one I recommend you do it sooner rather than later.
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“Unreliable - slow to repair due to no ready supply of...”
Written on: 13/03/2013
Previously we had experienced a Kenetic softener for 7 years with total reliability . We downsized to a flat and the local dealer recommended a Harveys water softener. Guided by his recommendation we agreed - a big mistake. Over the next 3+ years the device broken down several times - on 2 ocassions it was totally unusable. In 1 case it was sent back to Harvey's for complete rebuild. Several weeks elapsed before it was returned. We then moved again and took the Harveys unit with us. Within ... (read more)
“Great service”
Written on: 12/03/2013
Both sales man and fitter of system were great - on time, polite etc. (read more)
“dream come true”
Written on: 12/03/2013
very effective softener, comes with filter for water to drink and the water has a good flavor. All my steel appliances are shining and water in my shower is fantastic, you can actually feel the difference on your skin and hair. the company has very friendly staff and they have different payment plans. very happy with the choice. (read more)
“very good softener easy to load maintenance free”
Written on: 12/03/2013
very good softener easy to load maintenance free (read more)
“replacement softener”
Written on: 12/03/2013
previous softener meant very heavy salt packets...( two people with creaking joints) new softener provided solid blocks of salt which were easier to handle (read more)
“WATER SOFTENER”
Written on: 11/03/2013
I recommend the fitting of a water softener to any home, particularly if the hot water system is fitted with a hot water cylinder the element of which is liable to being covered by lime scale which is not preventable by the addition of salt crystals as in the case of dishwashers and washing machines. Naturally the same applies to the heating elements af the dishwasher and the washing machine. However, these two machines can be protected by the addition of salt. Other advantages are that the... (read more)
“A fantastic product benefiting the whole family. ”
Written on: 09/03/2013 by Topham
The product is tucked away neatly under the kitchen sink. It is very quiet when in operation. I have cut down dramatically on my purchase of washing machine soap and my showers and work tops are gleaming with no signs of lime scale even after only 2 months. The skin feels silky soft after washing and the kettle is completely clear. It is a fairly large expense but feel that we are reaping the rewards already. Have already recommended Harveys to a neighbour who has had one installed and... (read more)
“Satisfied Customer ”
Written on: 09/03/2013
Very pleased with the water softner it works very efficiently, and have noticed even after this short period of time the saving on the amount of cleaning material used around the house,and also for personal use ie shower gel and shampoo etc. Long may the efficient service continue. (read more)
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“Doesn't get better than this ”
Written on: 08/03/2013 by Evangelos66
It just works, It's maintenance free, and the water is pleasantly softer. After a few weeks, you get so used to it and the positive effects, you'd miss it if it wasn't there. Everything they say it does - IT DOES! (read more)
“Very pleased”
Written on: 08/03/2013
Very pleased with our water softener. For approx £3 a week we are free of limescale and skin no longer feels dry. Wish we had invested in one years ago. Water tastes fine and tea without limescale a huge improvement. No need to buy lots of limescale remover for all kitchen appliances. You need good storage space for the blocks of salt as cheaper to buy in bulk.Essential to ensure that water tank is an an area that is easily accessible as we change the salt block every 10 days. (read more)
“Customer Service Counts”
Written on: 08/03/2013 by Bob_Griffiths (1 review written)
Having decided to invest in a water softener we carried out a review of the available products before deciding the Harvey water softener offered the best value for money.... after 3 months of use, we can now say that our decision has been completely validated. On rare occassions problems can happen during installation of such products, but it is how companys respond under these circumstances that make the difference. During the installation we had a problem, not actually related to the... (read more)
“Water Softener Installation”
Written on: 07/03/2013
We were very impressed by the extrememly neat installation inside a small cupboard under the sink. After a few days use (while the hard water in the cold tank was used up) the water in the shower was noticeably more silky. Its good to know that the boiler, washing machine and dishwasher have had their lives extended and will be more efficient to run now. (read more)
“I'm a big softie!”
Written on: 07/03/2013 by SteveWatts (1 review written)
I don't normally buy anything which comes advertised on a leaflet through the door but this one took my eye so I made the call. The man came from Harveys, and his pitch was good, down to earth and not pushy. I was impressed with what was on offer, but would it live up to his promises and my expectations? Only time would tell. And if I didn't like it after three months, they would take it back and give you your money back!. Too good to be true? Another man came and fitted it, just as nice and... (read more)
“Clean, convenient and effective”
Written on: 05/03/2013 by Polmorla (1 review written)
Our second water softener so we were well aware of the benfits of soft water. Although we have only had this softener for a few months, compared with its predecessor, Harvey's water softener is virtually maintenance free. Once installed there are no controls to worry about and replacing the convenient salt blocks is simplicity itself. The blocks are easy to store and last longer than we expected. The unit itself fits under the sink unit and installation onto the previous pipework was... (read more)
“Jacqui's Review”
Written on: 05/03/2013
I had never considered a water softener. Then one day a card came into my post box from another Company. I went onto the web site and found an excellent review under Harveys Water Softeners. It told me everything I needed to know. I had a lot of problems with my back which lasted many months until I had my operation. No bending or heavy lifting was advised. My shower, because of the hard water, looked terrible so I asked for an appointment. Because of where my water entered the... (read more)
“How did we live without it?”
Written on: 04/03/2013 by kazza100 (1 review written)
Really enjoying the benefits of softened water - diminishing limescale, cleaner showers, less cleaning products. Service from Harveys was excellent, the initial meeting was somewhat lengthy but comprehensive. Installation was straight-forward & the system is easy to use with the salt blocks delivered on time. A drinking water from the mains is essential & was easily installed along with the softener. (read more)
“Brilliant service from start to finish...very happy!”
Written on: 04/03/2013
I love my water softener and my very shiny bathroom taps and shower! I originally had the softener fitted to protect the chrome when I got a new shower, as my plumber recommended this to keep it looking like new (and it has!) but there are lots of other benefits too. My skin is smoother and doesn't get dry and itchy after a bath anymore and I really like the 'silky' feel to the water when I wash my hands. I am using much less shampoo, soap, cleaning materials etc and no longer need... (read more)
“Why we didn't think of a water softener before”
Written on: 04/03/2013
Over the years having spent our holidays abroad we have upon our return been frequently asked how the holiday had gone. The most usual comments have concerned the weather and the type of resort visited. The other subject mentioned by the female members of the party have been the condition of their hair and how their finger nails have grown. We did not assoccate that the washing water had any infulenced with regard to these items. I personaly suffer from psoriasis and often found that when... (read more)
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Allysunlife's Response to Adeinengland's Review
Written on: 14/04/2013
Hi, were you not given the option of returning the item with no cost/charge to yourself inside the first three months? I'm getting this installed soon and am now not too sure? I paid in the region of 1600 including installation. Do you know of a similar machine which does the same job?
Adeinengland's reply to Allysunlife's Comment
Written on: 14/04/2013
Yes- the option to cancel at any time was available- bbut asically happy with the device, works well. My only comment is the installation should be complete- not with failure modes (Sub zero temperatures) which the owner is left to sort out. Actually didn't prove to be a problem this winter and I haven't done the 'fix' yet.
Yes I paid the same- B&Q does a DIY unit that uses granular salt at half the price- actually there are loads to choose from- perhaps there is a Which? survey that would help you choose an alternative.