About Rochester Water Softener Co.
A local resource on Rochester's hard water, written from the utility's own numbers.
Why this site exists
Rochester's water is very hard by the utility's own account, and almost every home here has to decide what to do about it. Much of what's written about softeners is generic or written to sell one brand. Rochester Water Softener Co. is an independent resource that starts from RPU's figures, explains the options in plain language, including when a repair beats a new unit, and passes water test requests to one vetted, independent local specialist who calls you back.
Where the facts come from
Water figures come from Rochester Public Utilities' water quality page and its 2025 Consumer Confidence Reports. Housing numbers are from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey. Licensing rules are from Minnesota Statutes 326B.50 and 326B.55 and the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, and the chloride point is from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Prices are published national cost-guide ranges from Fixr and HomeAdvisor, listed on the Rochester water softener cost page.
Getting in touch
Use the form to request a free water test. Visits happen at your home.