Englewood Water Softeners & Water Treatment

About Englewood Water

Englewood's water supply is served primarily by Denver Water, with southern portions of the city also served by Englewood Utilities. The primary source is the South Platte River, treated at Denver Water's facilities before distribution through the regional network.

At 8.0 GPG, Englewood's water sits right at the Denver metro average. Calcium and magnesium picked up during mountain watershed flow account for the hardness. While Denver Water treats for safety standards, hardness minerals are left in the water and reach your home untouched.

Notably, Englewood operates its own wastewater treatment plant, the South Platte Water Renewal Partners facility. Some HOAs and environmentally conscious residents may want to consider salt discharge implications when selecting a softener type.

Recommended Treatment for Englewood

A standard 32,000–48,000 grain salt-based water softener is appropriate for most Englewood households. A family of four using Denver Water's 8.0 GPG supply will see the full benefits of ion exchange softening: protected appliances, no scale buildup, and improved cleaning performance.

If your property has HOA restrictions on salt discharge, a salt-free template-assisted crystallization (TAC) conditioner is a practical alternative. These systems prevent scale formation without adding sodium to wastewater and are approved by most HOA covenants.

For drinking water quality, pairing any softener with an under-sink reverse osmosis system removes chloramines (used by Denver Water), improves taste, and reduces TDS from approximately 140 mg/L to under 30 mg/L at the tap.

Frequently Asked Questions