What if your water suddenly tastes salty? You probably overfilled the tank, or the softener is stuck in regeneration mode. Don’t drink that water—just run a cycle manually to flush it out. If the salt keeps clumping into a bridge, add a cup of citric acid (yep, the stuff in Lemonheads) to break it down. It’s weirdly satisfying to watch science fight science.
And if you forget to add pellets for six months, don’t shame yourself—I’ve been there. Your softener won’t explode, but your water will go back to being a mineral bully. Just restart the process, and remember: consistency is cheaper than replacing a water heater. Your wallet will high-five you.
