Private well water

Treat the test result—not the symptom.

Orange stains, rotten-egg odor, black slime and scale can come from different causes. We map lab results to the right treatment train before comparing products.

Guides and reviews

Start with the problem you actually measured.

Before buying

A metals/minerals test is the minimum starting point.

For well water, include iron, manganese, hardness, pH and other relevant chemistry; add bacteria testing when disinfection is part of the decision. Tannins and sulfur may require additional testing depending on symptoms and local conditions.