I brought a property with a Kinetico water softener fitted, never had one before so had no idea about it. Alfie came to do a service on the unit, but he was incredibly helpful and went out of his way... See more
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Kinetico is a world-leading manufacturer of high quality domestic and commercial water softeners. We invented the non-electric, twin tank water softener and continue to lead the world today. Our water treatment units have been installed at Buckingham Palace, Savoy hotel, NHS hospitals, Thames Water as well as thousands of homes around the country.
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Bridge House, Chandlers Way, Park Gate Business Centre,, SO31 1FQ, Southampton, United Kingdom
- 0800 056 8686
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So we bought the K5 plus 2 years ago in…
So we bought the K5 plus 2 years ago in that time we’ve had to replace cartridges 3 times.
There’s only 2 of us - so this works out 2 £160 every time. Wildly different from any RO unit we’ve had in the past.
Had I known this when ordering there’s no way I’d have bought this system.
They’ve now changed the website to say 9 months to a year for a family of 4 but we find 8 months max for a family of 2.
It will be more cost effective to buy another unit than keep this one.

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Staff were very helpful offering sound…
Staff were very helpful offering sound advice and I was easily able to achieve my aims.

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Appalling Customer Service
I have found the Kinetico after service appalling, not only do they not seem bothered by you as a customer, they are very unclear about the charges that you may incur. The maintenance "deal" that they offer is not really what it appears to be.
I won't use them again and I would strongly advise others to carefully read all emails and documents for the fine print and details they may or may not tell you over the phone.
The general approach of staff suggests as a business they are struggling.
I would like to be more positive, but this is one of the worst customer experiences I have had for a very long time, and as such wanted to share with others.

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my water softener was installed on 2nd…
my water softener was installed on 2nd may 2024. the technician said it might take a couple of days to kick in. so far it has not kicked in. no technician was available until 6th June. He didn't come due to sickness and the earliest date for another technician is July. totally unsatisfactory. their phone lines are engaged continuously so no contact available.

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Very helpful…
They were very good about trying to sort out the problem I had with my water softener valve getting stuck.

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Lynsey was very helpful to guide us to…
Lynsey was very helpful to guide us to solve the issue we had with the water softener not functioning properly.

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Product doesn’t last customer service awful
This is terrible customer service and not a good product. Product stopped working after 2 years. Phoned for someone to come out (which we will have pay for).
5 weeks for someone to come out and then told today on the day (which I booked time off from my own work for) it’s been cancelled and now have to wait for ANOTHER 5 weeks. This is incredible. If anyone is thinking of buying a water softener from this company…….think again

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I had a water softener fitted around 10…
I had a water softener fitted around 10 years ago. It cost a fortune. The special tap has snapped and needs replacing. They want a high price for a replacement and can't fit it for a month. The tap is for a very vulnerable old lady and they won't do anything. Disgusting

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I inherited a water softener in the…
I inherited a water softener in the flat I am renting and hadn’t got a clue how to look after it. The lovely lady I spoke to answered all my questions about use and maintenance and sent me all the relevant information with kindness and patience

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Helpful right through
Helpful right through. I made an enquiry about a specific part and was supplied with a part number and told how to order it. When I went through this process I was able to order the part quickly and smoothly. First rate.

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Kinetico cube salt issue advice
I contacted kinetico for advice on an issue I was having after owning my softener for almost three years .the first person I spoke to knew exactly my problem and how to solve it , she then emailed me a document on advice of how to deal with it ongoing . Great customer care .my third product from them going back over twenty years , faultless .

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Good customer service
Thank you very much for your help, I was dealt with very fast, and I was sent an email with the instructions which really helped

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Excellent response
Excellent response and very prompt follow up to my query. It wasn't a difficult question, nevertheless the customer support individual was extremely helpful and delivered on her promise.

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Nathan advised and fitted our new water…
Nathan advised and fitted our new water softener and he did a brilliant job. Very polite, helpful and explained everything. Would happily recommend.

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The engineer Rick was very thorough and…
The engineer Rick was very thorough and clearly has considerable knowledge of both Genus water softeners and the whole technology of the process. Thank you.

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The company was very helpful
The company was very helpful, and sent an engineer out to us in good time. He was polite, and knowledgeable, and put in writing his report.

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Exceptional customer service
From the moment I began my journey with Kinetico, my experience has been nothing short of exceptional. Right from the start, the company demonstrated an unparalleled level of attentiveness that genuinely made me feel like a valued customer. Their team was not only responsive but also incredibly knowledgeable, providing me with valuable insights and guidance on how to best use and maintain my water softener system.
What truly stood out to me was the quick action the company took to resolve any queries I had. It's one thing to sell a product, but it's entirely another to stand by it with a support team that's ready to assist at a moment's notice. This level of dedication speaks volumes about the company's commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence. Not to mention, the Infinity T4 water softener itself has been a remarkable addition to my home.
A heartfelt thank you to the team.

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