Water Treatment
Protect your home’s water quality with trusted water treatment solutions in Minneapolis–St. Paul. From softeners to filtration, enjoy cleaner, safer water every day.
Expert Water Treatment for Twin Cities Homeowners
Water Treatment Systems & Installation
Northern Benjamin Franklin Plumbing installs and services water softeners, whole-home filtration, and drinking water systems that improve water quality at the source. Proudly serving homeowners in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding communities
Addressing Water Quality Issues in the Twin Cities With Brita Solutions
Every community has its own water supply issues, some more than others. At Northern Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, our Brita PRO line of water treatment solutions addresses any and all water quality problems, beginning with drinking water and also including water used for brushing teeth, bathing and showers, cooking and food rinsing, laundry and more.
Whether you are looking for an under-sink reverse osmosis system to improve your drinking water’s taste and quality or a complete whole-home water filtration system to address a wide range of water-quality issues, Northern Benjamin Franklin Plumbing has a water treatment system that can work for you.
Call Northern at (763) 296-1844 to talk with a local water quality expert, get a professional consultation, and install the right water treatment system for your home.
Treatment Solutions for Better Water
What's Included
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A certified water test before any system is specified
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Brita PRO softeners, filtration and reverse osmosis
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Whole-home or point-of-use, matched to the problem
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Systems staged where the test finds more than one issue
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Installation by licensed Minnesota plumbers
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Filter and media servicing on schedule
24/7 Dispatch
Urgent Issue?
If your water heater won't fire, a pipe bursts in a cold snap, or you smell gas, call us immediately.
Emergency Service- Same-day appointments most days
- 100% satisfaction guarantee
- Flat-rate pricing in writing first
Pick Your Type
Each option below supports different needs.
Drinking Water Systems
Stop buying bottled water and enjoy crisp, clean water straight from your tap. Our drinking water systems remove unwanted tastes, odors, and common contaminants, so every glass is fresh and safe for your family.
Water Softeners
Hard water is a big problem in Minneapolis and St. Paul - it leaves spots on dishes, wears out appliances, and dries out your skin and hair. A reliable water softener solves this, protecting your plumbing and making cleaning easier.
Reverse Osmosis
Want the purest drinking water possible? A reverse osmosis system filters out even tiny impurities, including lead and dissolved solids. It’s the gold standard for high-quality water right at your kitchen sink.
Water Filtration
Minnesota water can carry chlorine, sediment, and other pollutants that affect every faucet and shower in your home. A whole-home filtration system ensures cleaner, healthier water flows everywhere - protecting your family and your plumbing.
Specialty Water Filters
Not every home has the same water challenges. We offer custom specialty filters designed to target specific concerns - from iron and sulfur to bacteria and unusual mineral content often found in older Twin Cities neighborhoods.
Signs You Need This Service
Don't wait for a failure. Watch for these critical warning signs that your plumbing system is struggling.
Hard Water Mineral Buildup
Hard water is common throughout much of the north and west metro, including areas like Maple Grove, Blaine, and Coon Rapids. Homeowners often notice white spotting on dishes, soap that won’t lather well, dry skin, and scale buildup on fixtures and water heaters.
Chlorine & Chemical Taste
Homes on municipal water frequently notice chlorine taste or odor due to standard disinfection processes. Whole-home carbon filtration is often recommended to improve taste and reduce chemical presence at the tap.
Iron & Metallic Staining
Some outer-ring communities like Ramsey, Andover, Ham Lake, and parts of Elk River can experience elevated iron, especially in homes on private wells. This often shows up as reddish or brown staining in sinks, tubs, and toilets. Targeted iron filtration systems are typically the most effective fix when testing confirms elevated levels.
Sediment & Aging Pipe Debris
Older housing areas can experience sediment, rust, or particulate issues from aging plumbing infrastructure. Sediment pre-filtration helps protect fixtures, appliances, and downstream treatment equipment.
PFAS & Emerging Contaminant Concerns
Certain parts of the east metro have seen increased homeowner concern about PFAS and other emerging contaminants. Advanced filtration options can be installed when testing indicates a need.
Unpleasant Odors or Off-Taste Water
If your water smells musty, metallic, or chemical, the cause usually ties back to your local supply and plumbing conditions. Reverse osmosis and whole-home filtration systems are commonly used in metro-area homes to restore clean, fresh-tasting water.
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Our commitment to excellence is absolute. If you are not 100% satisfied with our work, we will do whatever it takes to make it right. Our technicians are background-checked, drug-tested, and trained to the highest standards in the industry.
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