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.
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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 Ann 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
Justina Allen
13:39 09 Jul 18
Friendly service from the first phone call. Very... accommodating with my schedule. Chris was kind and explained things well. He handled the barking dogs with patience 🙂 He was quick and thorough. We are glad it was an easy fix and that we decided to do a service call before buying a whole new unit!read more
Leah Nordquist
18:47 25 May 18
Tri County Water installed my water softener and RO system.... Great product and great service!read more
Ken Huskins
14:20 01 May 18
We’ve been an extremely satisfied Tri County Water customer... since 2015. Greg has been a great consultant, knowledgeable, friendly, and responsive! Installations were quick, done flawlessly, and areas left clean. Our EcoWater iron removal and softener system has worked flawlessly and we recently upgraded our RO water system with the ERO 375 components. You won’t regret giving them the opportunity to win your business!read more
Heather Goldschmidt
17:47 10 Apr 18
Fantastic, our water is wonderful. Thanks for working with... us!!read more
Jessica Tofte
14:23 17 Feb 18
Service is the best at Tri County Water Conditioning. Very... fast and efficient. I’ve continued to use this company over the past 16 year because of the excellent service personnel. Chris installed both a softener and water filter system in a few hours and did an excellent job!!!!read more
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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
Mike Folkers
20:44 18 Jan 20
Very friendly staff on the phone. And always what we need... for the buildings.read more
Heidi Kim
00:05 15 Jan 20
Tri-County installed our new water heater, converting us... from electric to gas. They were prompt, super professional, had amazing communication and follow-up. We’re new to MN so didn’t realize we needed an inspection and they helped us with that too. Can’t recommend them strongly enough! They’re great and we’ll go back to them for our plumbing needs.read more
Mukhtar -mook-tar- Thakur
03:20 07 Nov 19
Great service, salesman was knowledge able about water... contamination and supply and Impact of various filters. Installed a whole house filter, a water softener and a RO system for the kitchen sink. All equipment was high quality. The installation was speedy and proper. The alternative was a substandard system with debatable performance. Overall exceeded expectations.read more
K F
17:00 26 Sep 19
Super helpful! Prompt service and quick installation! We... are so happy that we have safe water for our family to drink! Highly recommend!read more
Trent Ramirez
19:09 16 Aug 19
Great service. Thanks
Cyndie Solberg
17:15 07 Jun 19
Chris came out and fixed our water softener in a timely... manner. And it did not cost us a fortune. He was also on time for the appointment.read more
Dick Stiles
20:51 01 Apr 19
Mark did an amazing job today hooking up our reverse... osmosis system and helping with the frig. to insure that the water was turned on properly. Tri-County Water Chris and Mark, through out the years that we have been using them has always been on time and very professional.read more
Kristin Haugen
16:42 20 Mar 19
My recent experience with Tri-County Water Conditioning was... amazing. Bill did a great job of listening to the problems we were having and figuring out what I needed. He offered us options within our budget and explained the pros/cons of each. The installation went quickly and easily. We love the new water softener. He has even checked back with us to be sure we are happy. Tri-County Water Conditioning gets 5 stars for great service!read more
Mike Johnson
03:46 09 Mar 19
Very friendly staff and helpful!
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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
Matthew Hogg
14:32 12 May 20
Service was quick and timely and our technician was easy to... work with. He also provided simple, easy to understand information on what the issue was and how it was fixed.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
Suchi Sairam
17:11 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 and easy scheduling. Nick and Andy were very professional during the installation, and completed the job and cleanup in about 2 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
patty amatuzio
01:12 16 Apr 20
Nick did an excellent job installing 🛠️ the... water softener. Called ahead to advise he would be on time. The main thing I heard from Nick and his crew was 'Hello Patty...' when they first arrived. Like we were best buds. I loved it. Plus this was the day MN broke our record ❄ low!! After the water softner was installed was faucets. One kitchen sink, two bathroom faucets and shower and tub faucet were installed. The hard water ruined everything!! Everything is working wonderfully well. Nick and crew cleaned up, and they were having fun!! I was advised operation of the water softener. Thanks NICK, I am very happy, job very well done. Bravo Bravo . 🤗😷read more
Renee Keller
20:16 06 Apr 20
Had a great experience working with Greg Huse. He... explained the reverse osmosis process, let me taste the difference, and thoroughly explained how the installation process would work. Very happy with my reverse osmosis water treatment.read more
Scott Glaser
12:16 10 Mar 20
When we moved to the country the first call we made was to... Jon at Tri County Water. He has managed our water system in our home and business for 20 years, and we will continue to do business with him indefinitely.read more
Rukmini Kumar S
14:49 21 Feb 20
Like any other home, my requirement is very unique,... Finished basement (so no easy access to the lines)We dont want the unit to be placed Under the kitchen sink.Kitchen faucet in the island, so there is a separation between Refrigerator inlet and Kitchen faucetWe want RO water for both at Refrigerator and FaucetMelissa was our sales contact through Costco. She explained in detail and based on my specific requirements, She consulted internally and sent their Master plumber for identifying the possibilities (instead of false promising me, thats a good gesture for sales personnel)Master plumber came for inspection and gave the possibilities.On the installation day, Nick & Andy , are our installers. They were very professional, if i can call it as "White Glove Delivery" for appliances/furniture, thats what they did for installation. I hope i dont need to call for service in future but if so, i wish Service personnel will keep the expectations set by the team set so far.BTW, eventhough we couldnt fish the line from Kitchen faucet, I'm ok with RO water staying only with Refrigerator dispenser alone.read more
William Konz
21:34 18 Sep 19
Nick Williamson at Tri County Water is awesome!I have used... the guys three times now and have been impressed with quality, timeliness, and friendliness with each visit. Would highly recommend in the event you need a plumber.read more
Cheryl Kochie
19:58 10 Jul 19
Excellent customer service
Beth Bontjes
19:41 08 Nov 18
Tim is always very friendly and a pleasure to work with.... Great delivery person!read more
Angie Zumach
18:56 17 Oct 18
Tim takes pride in his job you can tell.best place to get... water around the area.read more
Brenda M
18:03 17 Oct 18
I have had several different guys that deliver the water... here at work, they all have been very friendly and easy to work with.read more
McGraw-Mahon Law
16:15 16 Oct 18
We have had Tri County Water deliver water to our office... for over 18 years. They are affordable and their staff is wonderful to work with! The delivery guys are so efficient and courteous. Also, if we ever need anything, Tri County Water is quick to respond.read more
Bill Korpela
19:26 11 Oct 18
I had surgery back in August on my neck, since then Tim... from Tri County Water has come over and loaded my 5 gallon jugs for me! Now that's service and I do appreciate the assistance!Thanks Tri County Water great service!!read more
Tri County Water Conditioning is proud to have earned
the Angie's List Super Service Award in 2018!
