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About Culligan

Culligan offers water treatment solutions and systems. Its products and services include water softeners, filtration systems and bottled water delivery. Established in 1936, Culligan aims to use advanced water treatment technology to improve water quality for residential, commercial and industrial uses. It focuses on customized solutions to address specific water issues.

Pros
  • High-quality water treatment
  • Professional installation
Cons
  • Frequent product malfunctions
  • Poor communication from support

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Dec. 20, 2025

    10/10 – World-class service, start to finish. I own a water jet machine, and from the very first call, Michael Nesheim immediately understood exactly what I was talking about. He clearly knows the technical side of the business, which made the entire process smooth and efficient from day one. What truly sets him apart is the follow-up. More than a year after the sale, Michael still answers every call and text promptly. That level of consistency, availability, and accountability speaks volumes about his professionalism and character. Real service doesn’t stop once the deal is done—and he proves that every time.

    Culligan as a company has been consistently responsive, reliable, and easy to work with. The technician Fernando was equally impressive. He is extremely knowledgeable, takes pride in his work, and approaches everything with attention to detail. He carefully inspected each component, took his time, and explained the entire process step by step, making sure everything was done right and fully understood. This team represents what true professionalism looks like—before, during, and long after the sale. Reliable, knowledgeable, and committed to excellence.

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    Price

    Reviewed Nov. 7, 2025

    I recently had to install a water softener system for my well water. I always had City water and never had a well before I purchased this house. I interviewed other companies about what I needed to have installed for my water system. They were very expensive. You can imagine my surprise when Dan ** (Vietnam Vet) did a free water test and he said you don't need this thing or that thing for my system. He sold me a basic system which was all I needed and really wanted. He told me If I desired anything more at any point it could be added. Then I met Doug ** who installed the system. Even though I tried to make his job easier for him to set up, he insisted on the best set up that fit the area of the installation rather than what was easier for him. I have been impressed by all the people from Culligan Water of North Central Ohio and I highly recommend them for any water needs you might need.

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      TechStaff

      Reviewed Nov. 7, 2025

      Today the install tech came and worked for hours setting up my water treatment install. The young man who did the install did a very professional job. He made sure all piping was straight and, supported. He took time to explain what he was doing and how each component worked with the others. He answered all my question, and gave me his cell number if I had any question in the future. David the salesman (who came out and tested my well water) showed me just how hard my water was and how much iron I had in the water. His scientific testing only proved what my cartridge filters were lacking. This system does it all...clean, clear, soft water. I recommend Culligan Water System to any one with your own well water.

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      Customer ServiceStaff

      Reviewed April 13, 2025

      Ms/Mrs. Melanie one of the main people who answers the phones (Olathe Culligan), and answers questions, and provides answers, for pertinent questions, concerning their services. This woman is very:kind, very professional, and willing to serve you the consumer with the utmost care! Water delivery man: Mr. Jackson **, my mother says (note she is not easily impressed): He is very Honorable and noble, He is very mannerable, he has more integrity than anyone, she has encountered in a very long time! Mom says, this young man is an outstanding young man, and he really is going to go far! Mom said, we have encountered some duds in recent years, but Jackson shines and really makes Culligan look good! Their water is the best! You can rent.

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      Customer ServiceCoverageSales & MarketingPriceMaintenanceStaff

      Reviewed March 23, 2025

      I have had an outstanding experience with Culligan of Waukesha. The sales person I dealt with didn't pressure me at all, and answered all of my questions. I had been considering installing and maintaining my own system, but after hearing what he had to say, I changed my mind and went with Culligan. Long-term, it would be marginally cheaper to install my own system, but the break-even point was five years out, and the time and hassle of installing it myself was far outweighed by the convenience of the service Culligan offers. Speaking of their amazing service, about 3 months after my system was installed, my faucet leaked (not Culligan's fault or problem) and it triggered the shut off valve on the Culligan system. Even though it wasn't their problem, they had a service person there to fix the valve within 24 hours, and I wasn't charged for the service call.

      I am handy, so I asked if the tech could show me how to fix the problem myself if it was to happen again. He graciously showed me how to fix it, and left some additional parts needed for the repair, again at no charge to me. Perhaps the most ringing endorsement I can provide is that I referred my mom to them, and she now has a Culligan system in her house too!

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      Customer Service

      Reviewed Jan. 18, 2026

      I bought their softener and after a few months the low salt alarm keeps going on even the brine tank is full. I called them 3 times to come. No one came? Stay away from this company. Their units are crap.

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      Reviewed Jan. 13, 2026

      I am very pleased with my Culligan whole house water softener and filtration. My tap water definitely tastes and smells better. After a shower my skin feels soft and my soap produces much more suds. Installation went off without a hitch.

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      Customer ServicePriceRatesHonesty & Transparency

      Reviewed Jan. 12, 2026

      I call to get a filter change and it’s not only doubled in price. It has tripled in one year. I would say this is price gouging to customers therefore I would never recommend them to anyone and I’m currently looking for a different system and honest people who aren’t in a business to take advantage and price gouge you. I have been very happy with this company up until now. Do not buy from them because they will probably triple their prices again next year.

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      Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedRefunds & Payouts

      Reviewed Jan. 12, 2026

      I ordered replacement filters for my water pitcher and 10 days later I still don't have them. After complaining, my order is cancelled and hopefully I will get a refund.

      The filters are (allegedly) coming from Dallas Texas to me in the midwest. I could have rode a bicycle down there, picked them up, and rode back in 10 days. Unacceptable and bad customer service from Culligan/Zero Water.

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      Customer ServiceTechPunctuality & SpeedRefunds & PayoutsStaffBillingTransparencyResolution

      Reviewed Jan. 7, 2026

      Culligan Water Service is one of the most poorly run service companies I have ever dealt with. Chronic billing issues, unreliable service, and a complete absence of accountability define this company’s operations. Customer service is not merely ineffective—it is dismissive. Problems are ignored, explanations contradict one another, and escalation leads nowhere.

      In October 2025, I paid my balance in full and formally cancelled service. When asked why, I explained—again—that water deliveries were inconsistent, scheduled delivery dates were routinely missed, and the driver repeatedly failed to collect empty bottles. At the time of cancellation, Culligan had 30 five-gallon water bottles and a hot/cold dispenser in my possession. I was explicitly instructed to place all equipment in my driveway for pickup, with assurance that a delivery driver would retrieve everything on November 3. That pickup never happened. Since then, I have made five separate calls requesting Culligan remove their equipment. As of January 5, 2026, the water dispenser is still sitting in my driveway. The 30 five-gallon bottles—left exposed due to Culligan’s failure to retrieve them—were blown away during recent wind storms.

      Despite all of this, Culligan continues to bill me for a service that was cancelled and paid in full months ago. Culligan’s apparent business model is customer exhaustion: delay long enough, deflect responsibility, and hope the customer gives up. This is not how a professional—or ethical—company operates. I regret ever doing business with Culligan and strongly advise others to avoid them entirely. There are far better water service providers that actually respect their customers, their property, and their time.

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      Culligan author review by Greg Chick

      Culligan got its start in 1936 and is now the leader in home water delivery as well as in-home, commercial and industrial water filtration and treatment services. It is different than most water delivery services because it doesn’t make or bottle the water it delivers; instead, Culligan specializes in water treatment systems and softeners. Water delivery services from Culligan start at $9.99 per month.

      • Flexible schedules: You can set up a customized delivery schedule and arrange for supplemental deliveries if you need more water during specific months. You can also pause deliveries if you are on vacation.

      • Types of water: You can choose from several types of bottled water including water treated by reverse osmosis and filtered, distilled, spring and mineral water.

      • Coolers: Culligan requires you to buy or rent a Culligan cooler to use with your water jugs rather than using your own, but the cost of rental is included in the subscription plan. They will bring your cooler and install it when your plan begins.

      • Culligan Man: Culligan assigns an account representative called a Culligan Man to every customer. He or she will help you select the plan that fits your needs and help arrange a convenient delivery schedule.

      • 30-day guarantee: If you’re unsatisfied with your Culligan product or service within 30 days of your purchase, they’ll pick up the product and refund your money.

      • Specialty testing: The company is equipped for specialty water testing, which may be needed should a customer have access to a well or non-municipal water source.

      by Greg Chick Water Treatment Systems Advisor

      Greg Chick has worked as an entrepreneur for over 40 years with a background in plumbing, irrigation, pools and water heating. He is a member of Green Plumbers USA, International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and American Society of Plumbing Engineers. Greg works to educate residential consumers about quality plumbing products.

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