Culligan and Living Water at a glance
Culligan is a long-established name with a broad catalog that runs from softeners and salt-free conditioners to drinking water systems and water delivery. Living Water is a local option in South Florida built around Puronics equipment and a free in-home test with Jorge Canela.
The table below lists only what Culligan publishes on its own website and the basic facts about Living Water. It is a starting point for questions, not a verdict.
| Topic | Culligan (per its official site) | Living Water |
|---|---|---|
| Product categories | Water softeners, salt-free conditioners, whole-house filtration, reverse osmosis drinking water systems, PFAS filtration systems, well water softeners and filtration, plus water delivery and bottleless water coolers | Whole-home systems for city water (Puronics Clarius iGen and Goodspring), ion-exchange softeners for homes and businesses, alkaline reverse osmosis under-sink systems, well water treatment |
| Salt-free option | Yes. Culligan's site lists the Aquasential Salt-Free Conditioner and says it "does not remove the minerals that cause hard water like a water softener does"; it describes it as reducing scale buildup. | Living Water's softening systems are ion-exchange; ask Jorge what fits your test results |
| How it is sold | Sold and serviced through local Culligan dealers; the site describes a dealer network and franchise opportunities. | Local specialist: Jorge Canela serves Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach |
| Water test | The site offers a free water consultation and an in-home water testing service. | Free in-home water test with results explained in plain words; no obligation |
| Warranty | No specific warranty terms appeared on the pages we reviewed; ask the local dealer for the written warranty for the exact model. | Ask Jorge for the written warranty on the exact Puronics model quoted |
| Financing | Ask the provider | Offered through Living Water's financing partners; apply with a credit application, with a co-applicant if you like |
Salt-free conditioner or ion-exchange softener?
Culligan publishes both options, which makes it a useful reminder that the first choice is the type of system, not the brand. By Culligan's own description, its salt-free conditioner does not remove the minerals that cause hardness the way a softener does. An ion-exchange softener removes them. Which fits depends on your measured hardness and what bothers you: spots and scale, how soap lathers, or simply taste.
Living Water installs ion-exchange softening plants. If a salt-free approach is what you want, ask any provider for the exact model and its certification. Our salt-free conditioner vs ion-exchange softener guide walks through the difference.
Questions to ask either company
Whichever provider you talk to, these questions make quotes comparable:
| Ask this | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| What did my water test show, in writing? | The recommendation should trace back to your hardness, disinfectant, iron or other measured results. |
| What is the exact model and what is it certified for? | Look up the model's NSF/ANSI or WQA listing for any specific contaminant claim. |
| Salt-based or salt-free, and why for my home? | They work differently; the choice should match your measured hardness and goals. |
| What does installation include? | Bypass valve, drain, electrical, faucet, permits: confirm nothing is left out. |
| What upkeep comes after year one? | Filters, media, salt, membrane changes and service visits. |
| Who honors the warranty, and what does it cover? | Manufacturer vs installer, parts vs labor, length, transfer on sale. |
For a longer checklist, see how to compare water treatment quotes.
How to choose for a South Florida home
- Start with your water. City homes usually ask about chlorine or chloramine taste and odor and about scale. Well homes may deal with iron, sulfur smell or hardness. Your utility's annual Water Quality Report is a good place to begin.
- Match the system type to the problem. A softener handles hardness; carbon-based whole-home filtration addresses taste and odor; under-sink reverse osmosis is a drinking-water option.
- Compare written quotes line by line. Equipment, installation, upkeep and warranty, not just the total.
Next step: a free in-home test with Jorge
Jorge Canela visits your home, tests your water, explains the results in plain words and recommends only what fits. If you already have a quote from Culligan or anyone else, have it handy; Jorge can walk through how a Living Water option compares on the same points. Jorge gives you an itemized quote after the free test. Call, text or WhatsApp (305) 793-5974 or request your free test.
About brand names
Culligan is a trademark of its owner. Living Waters is an independent South Florida water treatment specialist and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Culligan. Brand facts on this page come only from Culligan's own official website, linked in the sources, as of October 2026; check that site for current details.
https://www.culligan.com/
https://culligan.com/product-category/salt-free-conditioners
https://culligan.com/in-home-water-quality-testing
Updated 2026-10-17 · Living Waters · Jorge Canela, Water Quality Specialist