Free Home & Well Water Testing in Certain Areas of Central Minnesota & South Metro Area
Know what’s in your water immediately with fast & accurate results with our free basic water test – see if you qualify!
Tri County Water Conditioning offers free basic water testing with fast, accurate results in most local areas. Enter your zip code to see if you qualify for free water testing!
We will perform a basic test on your water to determine your Total Dissolved Solids, Hardness, Iron, and Chlorine content and present you with a professional analysis of the results.
A full lab analysis is available for most other contaminants at an affordable price. Some testing above and beyond the free tests we offer would require one of our water specialists to draw water at your home. Please contact us for more information.
Common water contaminants in Central Minnesota & South Metro Area
Hardness Minerals
What it is – hard water contains calcium and magnesium minerals which bond with everything they touch leaving “limescale” in their wake.Treatment – Our guaranteed water softener provides the best option for soft water on the market. It improves the water throughout your entire home while protecting your appliances and fixtures.
Iron
What it is – Iron can come in a couple different forms including dissolved and non-dissolved. Both of which can leave red/orange stains on your sinks, tubs, and toilets and can be extremely hard to remove. Iron can also cause bacteria to grow and let off an unpleasant smell.Treatment – The EcoWater ECR 3502 is rated to remove up to 15 ppm of clear water iron. In most cases, our equipment can remove triple the iron compared to competitive brands. Should your water run red out of the faucet, an ETF AII9 Air Injection filter ahead of your water softener will usually fix the problem. In severe cases, a separate iron filter may be needed.
Chlorine
What it is – Chlorine is a chemical used by municipal & local water treatment plants to reduce harmful bacteria in the water supply. While this sounds good, chlorine and chloramines can cause a bacteria of their own to grow called trihalomethanes (TTHM) which is quite unsafe to drink or bathe in.Treatment – The most efficient Chlorine reduction filter is Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) or Catalytic Carbon. Due to the high level of chlorine added to water by cities, you will really appreciate your water with chlorine reduction. See our Whole House Filtration page for more information.
Chromium 6
A new study by the Environmental Working Group reports that MN drinking water contains hexavalent chromium, a toxic metal that has been linked to cancer. While the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency does not require the testing for the metal, the survey found that levels in MN water in some areas were pushing the levels proposed as a safety limit by authorities. This contaminant has been proven to cause cancer. You can search your zip code to see the amount in your municipal water supply here: https://www.ewg.org/interactive-maps/2016-chromium6-lower-48.php#.WXYljtPyu-l
Dirt & Sediment
What it is – dirt & sediment is just as it sounds. This is typically most common in well water or surface water that hasn’t gone through a treatment facility.Treatment – Dirt and sediment are found in almost all water supplies and will decrease the efficiency and lifespan of your appliances. For example, sediment in a water heater can prevent the heat from transferring to the water in the tank once sediment has built up in the bottom. Our whole house filtration system can help with this problem.
PFAS
Water all over the country has frequently been positive for lead, cysts, and PFOA/PFOS, and our area is not exempt. These chemicals have been found to exceed the levels set forth by health advisory organizations and may cause health problems.
Eighteen million Americans live in communities where the water systems are in violation of the law. As a mater of fact, the federal agency in charge of making sure those systems are safe not only know these issues exist, they’ve done little to stop them, according to information provided by CNN, which cites multiple sources and water experts. Check out the EWG’s PFAS contamination map, to see if it is has been found in your area.
Our goal is not to scare anyone into getting water treatment, however, educating our local community about water quality is a top priority. We’ve worked with many local families to improve their water and to provide peace-of-mind, knowing the water they drink and bathe in is free of harmful contaminants.
Contact us today to learn more about our professionally installed and serviced drinking water system that reduces PFOS contamination. Fill out the contact form or give us a call.
Other Contaminants
What they are – common contaminants in our area can include nitrates, lead, arsenic, pharmaceuticals, and more. These are not included in the free water test, however, we do offer full laboratory testing at an affordable price.Treatment – Protecting the water in your home is important, however ensuring the purity of the water you are putting in your body is even more crucial. Our Reverse Osmosis drinking water system will give you a peace of mind that your drinking water is healthy, and you are going to fall in love with this drinking water system that can provide up to 50 gallons per day of delicious water.
Verified Local Reviews
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Kara Fandrich
19:00 29 Nov 20
We had a reverse osmosis drinking water system installed. ... Excellent service and follow-up.read more
Justin Christopher
19:59 03 Oct 20
Great team from sales reps to installation crew. Everyone... was great to work with and patient with my questions.read more
Joan Wetterling
21:23 08 Sep 20
Nick was punctual, neat and respectful. He was caring... about my cat that went missing while he installed a water softener. I would recommend Tri County services to whomever.read more
Megan Glashagel
21:39 07 Aug 20
The employees were very helpful, explained the issues well,... and fully cleaned up after installing a water softener. They were neat, polite, and friendly. The sales person who we met with first was also very helpful, friendly, and explained things well. I would definitely use this local company again in the future.read more
Matt Dokken
20:32 01 Aug 20
Melissa Zappe came out to my house to test the water and... recommended a solution. She did a great job walking through all of the options and letting me know the features and benefits to each model. Mark came out and installed the system. He is a great guy and the install looks and works solid. Overall, both individuals did an excellent job, and I highly recommend using Tri County Water Conditioning for your water needs.read more
Naomi Hopkins
13:45 30 Jun 20
Quick service done with quality service. Warren was very... professional and explained exactly what he did for us. thank you!!read more
Rosann Nadle Maher
00:44 19 Jun 20
Have always been super happy with Tri County Water and the... wonderful service they provide. Recently installed their air scrubber on our furnace and we are thrilled. There is a level of comfort knowing that the air being circulated in our house has gone through the filter and the light and is fresh and clean. Especially with recent viruses and everyday bacteria its nice to know it helps stop the spread That in and of itself is worth it.read more
Justin Barrick
12:42 10 Jun 20
Tri County did a great job advising us on options for... replacing our water softener. They’re installers were very courteous, knowledgeable and professional. I definitely recommend for your water treatment needs.read more
John Stürtz
14:03 09 Jun 20
I needed filters for a Ecowater reverse osmosis system.... Kari was great and made the process quick and simple. Highly recommend using them.read more
Michael Hussey
19:49 04 May 20
Contacted these guys through the Costco program. Very... responsive, informative and thorough consultation. Installation went very well and happy with outcome. I can recommend them with confidence.read more
Suchi Sairam
17:15 21 Apr 20
Had a great experience with Tri County Water Conditioning... to replace an aging water heater (through Costco program). They were a pleasure to work with prior to the installation with a straightforward on-site assessment for options (Jason) and easy scheduling. Nick and Andy were very professional during the installation, and completed the job and cleanup in about 1 1/2 hours. Nick came out for a quick follow up to replace a part (new from the manufacturer), and was very thorough and fast with the installation. Very professional team that was a pleasure to work with.read more
Steve Berger
22:34 13 Dec 19
great to work with very professional with the work... performed a very good experienceread more
Carl Nanoff
23:31 27 Nov 19
Very prompt, friendly, and professional service. Work was... done in less time than estimated. Well done quality workmanship.read more
Noella O'Rourke
20:44 25 Mar 19
After 6 months of my water softener not working I called... Tri County Water Conditioning thinking I needed a new one. Instead of giving me a heavy sell, their representative Bill said, “Why don’t we just take a look first”. Chris, our Tech, was so professional and accommodating. He set a time that was convenient for me, arriving on time and called when he pulled in the driveway as not to disturb any sleeping children. After a short time with my softener he diagnosed the issue, replaced a part and had it working again. . . for about a tenth the cost I expected. I’ve met my new water company and I encourage you to call and give them a chance to earn your business too. Thanks Bill and Chris!read more
Jacob Anes Dy Quiangco
16:06 18 Jan 19
Chris was very professional. Was able to get the job done.... Explained and showed me what was wrong with the water softener. Very reliable and on time. Thank you.read more
Theresa Wroge
18:47 08 Nov 18
From the first phone call to start water service the staff... have basin very friendly and helpful. Our delivery guy Tim is awesome. We can trust him with putting things in our house if we are gone. If we forget to call he calls us to see what we need. Thanks Tim and Staff .read more
Teresa Coen
19:00 31 Oct 18
I called and got an appointment same day. Chris came out... and was able to identify my problem right away. Very polite, friendly and efficient. I would highly recommend Tri County Water Conditioning again! Thank you.read more
Bobbi Filk
02:51 25 Oct 18
I have never had a negative experience with Tri County... Water. All of the personnel are always kind and helpful! I would definitely recommend Tri County Water for your water needs, softener purchase or repair.read more
Bo Young
15:36 16 Oct 18
Friendly, dependable service! They have provided water for... our office for several years. Highly recommend!read more
Jason Oelfke
00:21 19 Sep 18
great group of people very easy to work with, they know... there products and they know there competitors to. very open and honest they look out for you the customer.read more
Prior Lake Reviews
Johanna Martinez
20:16 04 Jun 21
I have nothing but positive things to say about Tri-County.... From the sales team (Greg) to the installation (Andy), everything was handled with the utmost professionalism and care. We are happy to now have soft, clean water.read more
Ariel Burke
17:01 22 Feb 21
We had nothing but great service with Tri county water who... placed a new softener, iron filter and reverse osmosis drinking water for us. It’s working great and Jason came back out to retest our water to make sure it was the best quality. They all have been reliable and great at checking in. Definitely recommended!read more
Jason Breckner
20:23 11 Feb 21
Couldn't be happier. No more iron, no more hard water. New... unit uses way less salt and install went great. Thank you Tri County Water!read more
Kayla Engelson
02:07 31 Jan 21
Great communication, very knowledgeable. Couldn't have... asked for a better experience.read more
Jean Carlson
17:13 14 Jan 21
Staff was great with the install of our new softener and RO... system. Very professional and efficient. Would definitely recommend this company.read more
Devin Sijan
14:21 31 Dec 20
Could not have asked for a better experience working with... Jason from Tri-County water. I recently moved to a new house that’s on a well and had some questions and concerns about the water quality/smell.They came out and did a free assessment of my systems and made some recommendations based on my end goals. We came to a hybrid of what they proposed and I’ve been extremely happy with the result. They installed and iron filter for me as well as replaced part of my reverse osmosis system.The entire team from sales to the installers were professional, personable and offered great advice. It was fun to hear that one of the veteran installers actually installed my original system 17 years ago. Thus, I knew I was in good hands. They even came back out a couple weeks after install to confirm everything was working properly and testing to their standards. I will be using them for future water needs!read more
KARA FANDRICH
19:01 29 Nov 20
Reverse osmosis drinking water system. Excellent service... and follow-up.read more
Chad Yeager
15:34 26 Nov 20
These guys were awesome top to bottom. They all kept me... informed throughout the whole process and I always felt they had my best interest at heart. Any water needs? Look no further!!!read more
Christopher Ross
15:18 12 Aug 20
Tri-County was responsive, prompt, and courteous throughout... the process. Jason came out to give me an estimate, and provided options in a no pressure situation. Mark performed the install on-time and took the time to familiarize me with the mechanics before leaving. Excellent service.read more
Dustin Brown
18:16 30 Jul 20
Tri-County Water came in and was very professional and did... a Great Job! Highly Recommended!!!Very easy to work with and they made sure everything I needed was taken care of. Thanksread more
John Hengen
02:59 22 Jul 20
My water softener is 15 years old and I just want to see if... it was working properly. I brought a sample of my water to Tri County to be tested. Within minutes they told me my water was perfect. I added that there was some water leaking around my water softener. They said they would come right over and take a look at it. They gave me some ideas on why the water was there and it didn’t have anything to do with the water softener. They didn’t even charge me anything and did not try to sell me anything. These guys are great. I will use them when I do need to replace my water softener.read more
Chris Grecian
15:57 25 Jun 20
From the initial consultation through installation,... Tri-County Water made it very easy to understand the products and process. All employees we interacted with were knowledgeable and professional. I'm glad we chose Tri-County Water for our water softener and treatment needs.read more
John Olaughlin
18:39 08 Jun 20
Polite, efficient, answered all questions, great looking... product and extra incentive if your a COSTCO member.read more
Mark Stoltman
17:00 06 Jun 20
They did a great job!
Thomas Hart
15:06 27 May 20
Mark was professional and did a great job installing out... new Water Softener. He explained how everything worked and worked with us on it's exact placement in our mechanical room. Excited to see the difference in our water!read more
Dale Hanson
00:52 23 May 20
Mark did an excellent job of installing our water softener.... He came on time, even a bit ahead of time and complete the job all in good order and time. He left everything nice and neat. He explained the entire process of how to operate the equipment. I was very impressed with his work and well satisfied with the system.read more
Michael Polis
14:50 20 May 20
I love these guys - from first phone call to the final call... with the tech, they were a pleasure to work with and went above and beyond to get me where I needed to be.read more
Tammy neumann
13:41 08 May 20
They were great to work with! Very friendly, efficient,... and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend Tri County Water!read more
dawit dejene
01:19 05 May 20
Our water softener failed to work and the plumber said the... water softener needs to be replaced it doesn't worth it to fix the issue. I started to shop around the different companies in all either too expensive lacking lots of features I am looking for from softener. I finally found the Tri-County Water Conditioning company through Costco. Melissa Zappe the salesperson who came to our house she educated me about hard water, chlorine, other water contaminants etc how it impacts our health and how we can make all houses with hard water, chlorine-free, and other water contaminants. She showed me all the different kinds of water softeners available for me to choose from. She didn't try to pursue me or presser me to decide.I finally decided to get ERR3702R30 model made by EcoWater the best water softener ever I owned. It has been 4 days since installed we are enjoying what the water softener doing for us. Enjoy shower and cloth lot cleaner than before etc.. The install was perfect Mark is excellent and he is professional and explained to me how to maintain the water softener myself every year. The other company even told me they will not take the old softener, but Tri-County Water Conditioning company did take the old softener with them. Also, Melissa will be coming back in 15 days to test our water again which is included in the deal. I recommend Tri-County Water Conditioning for a water softener or other services they may provide.Thank you!read more
Kevin Heikes
15:34 02 May 20
The water in our house was terrible before Tri-County added... their system. Our shower smelled terrible, everything had rust stains and we had to buy bottled water to drink. Tri-County solved all of these problems for us and now we just take having good water for granted. They are honest and really know what they are doing.read more
Hutchinson Reviews
Richard Wohlers
02:42 10 Aug 21
Nick from Tri-County was clean, professional and efficient.... He took the time to understand what I was expecting and made a recommendation on placement and installation that was a vast improvement over what I had before. Put me in the category of VERY pleased!read more
John Simon
22:13 21 Jul 21
I highly recommend Tri County.Warren is terrific to work... with, quick to help us out, and no upselling!He removed our softener, fixed and upgraded it ,then reinstalled it in one day!Thanks Warren!read more
John Keith
17:05 20 Jul 21
I can’t say enough about the quality experience I’ve had... with Tri County Water Conditioning. Chris has done some maintenance work on my water softener and more recently Nick and Andy worked on plumbing repairs. They all “attacked” the work with enthusiasm, educated me about what they did and what to look for in the future, and left me with the confidence of knowing who to call the next time the need arises. These guys are awesome!read more
John Housenick
14:23 16 Jul 21
I won't get into details about my dealing with Tri-County.... But I will say this if you need their services. You came to the right place! That's if you're looking to get it done right. You won't find a friendlier bunch of people making things right! That's how a company suppose to run!read more
Kevin Wuebben
22:04 11 Jun 21
New whole house softener. Greg explained all the options... and made it a low stress decision with no pressure. Nick did a great job with the install, hauling our old softener away and working around existing plumbing. I’d work with them again!read more
Mark Sparano
17:08 03 Jun 21
new whole house softener system . mellisa the salesperson... was very helpful - i gave her about 4 followup questions. nick the installer was the best - explained everything to me and was really nice to have working in my home. i would recommend highlyread more
Paul Tabor
11:33 18 Mar 21
Nick and Tri County Water were awesome! Great service right... from the start all through installation. Would highly recommend! Thanks!read more
Teather Setterman
17:36 05 Mar 21
Excellent work, great crew. Highly recommend Nick and Andy... to do your next job. In and out, with no messes or issues. Really, a breath of fresh air. I've had a lot of companies to my home and this one stood out above the rest. Can't say enough!! Oh wait, yes I can say one more thing... I have another job with them next week! This is the company you want to have service your home.read more
Amy Carlson
15:13 10 Feb 21
Nick WillmsonWe recently purchased a Tri County Water... system (softener, RO, alkaline) through Costco. The master plumber Nick Willmson who came to do the install was fabulous! He was kind, knowledgeable and very professional. He took the time to make sure everything was done perfectly, explained how it all worked and answered all our questions. The water tastes great and love the soft water for showers, laundry and such. I highly recommend Nick Willmson and Tri County Water Conditioning if you are in need of soft water etc....read more
Stephanie Renslow
00:15 19 Jan 21
I was in need of a bathroom counter/ sink installation. My... neighbor recommended I check with Tri County Water Conditioning. They were at her home and agreed to stop over after they were done at her home. Within an hour they had an acceptable bid, to include picking up and delivering my sink and materials, plumbing it and disposal of the used materials. They offered to be out during the next couple of days, too! They came on time as promised and completed the job expertly. When shutting off the water in my lower level, Nick noticed that my water heater was leaking. I had been told to watch it previously by another service rep from another company. I looked and saw the damage and then asked for a quote and then when it could be scheduled. Nick coordinated the immediate delivery of a water heater by Bill. Nick and Andy installed it within a couple of hours and left with the old materials and no mess!! Outstanding service!! I would recommend them without hesitation!!read more
Tajh Williams
20:02 01 Sep 20
Very personable and knowledgeable.
Andrea Ibberson
20:48 19 Aug 20
We had a great experience getting a new water heater from... this company. The employees were friendly and worked efficiently. Would recommend.read more
Brian Peterson
18:03 17 Aug 20
Can't speak highly enough of this group. They are... fantastic. Finally, a plumber who truly cares about its customers. We recently bought a home with EcoWater and AO Smith water systems in it. Several other larger plumbing companies in town have looked this stuff with nothing but question marks, and then just pushed us HARD to buy brand new equipment. The TriCounty team is different. They communicate super well, quickly, and they seem to actually care about diagnosing things before jumping to "just replace it". I sure hope they keep this up.read more
Josh V
21:07 21 Jul 20
Nick was knowledgeable, professional & expedient.... Outstanding serviceread more
Brian Saycocie
21:30 16 Jul 20
I connected with Tri County Water Conditioning through... Costco as they were the EcoWater dealer in my area. I ended up getting a ERO 385 system that's installed downstairs in my utility room. They ran a water line to my refrigerator water dispenser and to my kitchen sink with a nicely matched EcoWater faucet next to my kitchen faucet (both brushed nickel). I love that we didn't need to install it below our kitchen sink with the filters and water tank taking all that space. The sales rep, Melissa, was great to work with. Not only was she able identify if our setup would work, but also pointed out some plumbing improvements we could do. We ended up adding plumbing work in addition with the RO system. The master plumber, Nick, added a cool looking dual hot/cold frost proof water faucet outside our house so we can fill up kiddie pools with nice warm water. Overall, the install of the new faucets and RO system was clean and I'm very happy with the result. Thank you!read more
Megan Bitterman
17:12 26 Jun 20
Very knowledgeable about our well and all the equipment.... Explained everything thoroughly and professionally. Arrived for appointments on time and called & texted beforehand to confirm the appointment times. Would recommend them to everyone!read more
Nicholas Kwolek
16:52 01 Jun 20
Great company! Everyone from sales to dispatch to... technicians were helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable. All my questions were answered to my satisfaction. I would highly recommend Tri County Water Conditioning to anyone in the market for a new water heater. Keep up the great work TCWC!read more
Kristal Ehrke
21:38 15 May 20
When the stay at home order due to COVID-19 pandemic placed... our entire family at home 24/7, we know our 1 gallon jug refills of water from our local grocery store weren't going to cut it any longer. We have high levels of arsenic in our well water and don't drink or cook with it. Tanya at Tri County Water was thorough in giving me our options and we decided to rent a water cooler from them. The water tastes great, the bi-weekly delivery is perfect and reliable, and we're very happy with our decision to use Tri County Water. Highly recommend them for your water/water treatment needs.read more
Robert Duckson
23:25 13 May 20
Very professional and knowledgeable. Work was exceptional.... Answered all my questions.read more
Jan Heasley
01:12 08 May 20
I had my water purifier for over a year but I hated how... noisy it was and also it leaked. Walter and John came and took care of both the noise and the leak. I’m so grateful. They were knowledgeable and professional and I will make sure to change my filters annually. Thank you both. You’re the bestread more
Tri County Water Conditioning is proud to have earned
the Angie's List Super Service Award in 2018!
