Free Home & Well Water Testing in Certain Areas of Lethbridge & Southern Alberta
Know what’s in your water immediately with fast & accurate results with our free basic water test – see if you qualify!
Holmes EcoWater offers free basic water testing with fast, accurate results in most local areas. Enter your postal 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 Chloramine content and present you with a professional analysis of the results.
Common water contaminants in Lethbridge & Southern Alberta
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/Chloramine
What it is - Chlorine or Chloramine 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/Chloramine 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.
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.
Smelly Water (Hydrogen Sulfide or Iron Bacteria)
There are typically two water contaminants that can cause your water to smell like sulphur or rotten eggs, one is Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) and the other is iron or sulphates.
H2S is a mineral that is released from the earth and finds its way into groundwater. It’s especially common in well water located near shale, sandstone, coal, peat, or oil.
Occasionally, a rotten-egg smell in your water could also be caused by a water heater or by sewage pollution in your water. If you’re on city water, the most likely explanation is your water heater.
The most important thing to note is that it is ALWAYS worthwhile to get your water tested as H2S poses a serious potential health risk including nausea, vomiting, and other serious health effects.
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 labouratory 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.
Local Alberta Reviews
Brian Smith
23:21 30 Nov 23
Professional, quick installation of our water softener. When I asked for a service call, they were quick to come out and check things out for me. Highly recommend this company.
Sherry Eagle Plume
18:07 30 Nov 23
Thank you for your excellent service 😊
Bea Kunz
17:06 08 Nov 23
We were very happy with Scott Stevenson and all his information for us. The installer was very courteous as was the office staff. It was a pleasure dealing with the company from the start to the completion.
Donna Bilozir
20:48 07 Nov 23
Richard and Ty are awesome! We had everything explained in detail and now have a great understanding of our system. Thank you so much!
SCH 456
23:20 02 Nov 23
Awesome service today from Richard, very knowledgeable and courteous. Took the time to test and clearly explain how everything works and reset the system. Gave tips to get the best performance. Very satisfied.
Wayne Brewer
23:07 02 Nov 23
Richard was thorough , friendly and professional in dealing with both our softener and R/O system. Would recommend Holmes without hesitation!!!
Bev Humphreys
19:18 27 Oct 23
I had the pleasure of having Richard & Ty come in and install my water softener. What a fantastic experience. Thank you for kindness and patience. And above all knowledge.
Anna Enns
17:18 25 Oct 23
Did a good job from start to finish.
wilhelm klassen
17:32 21 Oct 23
Very happy with how the service guy installed it! It came out neat and he didn't leave a huge mess behind. Our clothes are becoming cleaner and softer, and so is our skin, a couple of our kids struggle with eczema, and within a week their skin started softening and becoming smoother and started healing a bit as well. Even hair is softer after a couple showers! So happy with the new system!!
Gerhard Malan
02:41 12 Oct 23
Wealth of knowledge passed on by Richard & Terry today. On time. Friendly. Professional. All round great guys. They were happy to answer any and all questions and did a very good job installing our new system! Kept it clean & tidy! Thank you!
Jenny Lyn Llanes
19:05 06 Oct 23
It's best for my kids especially with my baby. I noticed also that their not complaining about the taste at all and no more tummy ache.
Glen Kalmack
22:42 02 Oct 23
Richard was on time and took extra time to route the plumbing efficiently.Did a perfect clean up job and gave very good advice.Very happy with the service.
C Tomaras
04:20 21 Sep 23
Sheila Laqua
20:09 18 Sep 23
Great service! He was efficient and professional. We really appreciated all the work that he did and how everything was cleaned up after he was done installing the water softener. Thanks for all that you did to make this an easy transition.
Rick Bannerman
00:11 14 Sep 23
Holmes Ecowater responded the same day by replacing our UV system and had us back up and running by the middle of the afternoon. Richard did a fantastic job installing the unit and providing instructions on how to use it.
Wayne’s World - The Dirt Diary
14:52 13 Sep 23
Our workplace has never had better tasting water. The install was fast and professional. The TEAM at Holms are doing a fantastic job and I would HIGHLY recommend !!
Walter Enudi
20:58 11 Sep 23
Excellent customer services. Prompt response to calls and friendly staff.
Patricia Odoma
22:50 07 Sep 23
My kids were experiencing some itching and dryness on their skins. I was really concerned until I got the best referral. Home Ecowaters set us up perfectly. The installation process was amazing and stress less and the best part, no more itching in my home. And Ted (the rep I worked with) was just the best guy. He was courteous, so helpful and kind. Definitely recommend their services. Be sure to ask for Ted.
F D
15:59 30 Aug 23
Great job Richard. Thank you for the full explanation of the water system in our house
Doug Wilson
23:01 23 Aug 23
Great service reasonable prices.
Karol Budny
17:33 21 Aug 23
Ecowater excellent service- sales rep Ted it’s very knowledgeable He made an appearance in my house just to check out if the system is working properly. He performed water test and visual inspection. My wife is very happy to see that her glass water jug is clean no more particles floating in it. I will consider to buy it in next couple of months as I only have this system for a bit over the month. Highly recommend to everyone!
M King
18:12 05 Aug 23
Thanks to Scott and everyone at holmes ecowater for there knowledge and professionalism. We had a water softner and R/O system installed and couldn't be happier with the results. We would highly recommend there services to everyone.
Jennifer Friesen
20:10 18 Jul 23
Such fast efficient and knowledgeable staff. Very satisfied with our softener and our reverse osmosis. Would highly recommend to anyone I know.
Doug Nishiguchi
22:33 14 Jul 23
Great to deal with. Everyone, from sales to installation, are friendly, knowkedgeable, and very professional. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Always a pleasure to deal with.
Patrick Wagner
22:11 13 Jul 23
Holmes Ecco water really takes care of their customers, they are very knowledgeable about using transforming ordinary dugout water into house hold usages, it’s a lot more economical than hooking up to Lethbridge city water. Richard (their man in the field) is great 😊 we wish we would see him more often than once a year service. We would highly recommend them
Tom Shaw
21:57 10 Jul 23
Very professional and answered all my questions. When a problem came up a few weeks later it was addressed and resolved promptly
Karen van de Vendel
22:41 06 Jul 23
Great service and Ty was terrific!
Hans-Henning Muendel
21:01 04 Jul 23
Richard & Ty came to check why our “soft water” came out “hard”! In fact - a salt crust prevented the system from working properly! Problem readily solved by Richard - and explanation given to me. Thanks so much gentlemen! Henning Muendel
Shelagh Leverett
20:17 04 Jul 23
I am very impressed with Holmes Ecowater. The initial consultation with Ted went well; Michael was the installer and he did a good and neat job.We had a few issues and Richard came to sort things out, I was impressed with his knowledge and expertise. He explained the systems thoroughly and fixed our issue.We had a small problem with our water system and Ty came to fix that, once again he was a very knowledgeable employee and fixed our problem.I have had some contact with Kisha in the office and she is very helpful at getting issues fixed.All in all, Holmes Ecowater have great employees and treat their customers very well. I’m impressed.
Jeff MacKenzie
04:24 04 Jul 23
Richard has been servicing our RO system on our acreage for a few years now and we find him to be a very friendly, knowledgeable, and professional whenever we need him! I wouldn’t want any other company to service our water system ever! The people Holmes Ecowater have a great employee who really cares about his clients! He is training Ty, a new employee who is learning all he can to follow in Richard’s footsteps. Awesome company and 2 great guys! Ken and Cheryl.
David Sande
18:27 29 Jun 23
Great service as always.
jake fehr
20:03 27 Jun 23
Great team to deal with! Explained how everything works and installed in a timely manner. Technician very helpful and quick to resolve any issues.
Randy Agdan
19:14 22 Jun 23
I love my holmes eco water filtration. It saves me a lot of effort of refilling my water bottle every time. Plus water is so damn good.. Ted and Michael was so professional in terms of time and date of when to come and install and to follow up. Highly recommended. 😎
Linda Wollman
20:19 13 Jun 23
Richard and Ty were very professional and efficient. Our system of water softener and iron removal were up and running in a short time. We have been a Holmes customer for over 2 decades and are never disappointed.
Kathleen Clements
16:52 29 May 23
We have dealt with Holmes Ecowater for about 20 years now..maybe more. They are fantastic with water problems and servicing. Richard is truly a 'knight in shining armor'! And he's so patient explaining how the system works.....numerous times until I now have it in my head. Recommend to everyone!
Cliff Walde
17:43 12 May 23
Great product and great service. Richard takes time to explain everything and very knowledgeable in the product.
Alec Harrison
17:54 11 May 23
Richard was great. Quick and efficient, he explained everything clearly and got us up and running in no time. The app is great and he made sure everything made sense before he left. Great experience, highly recommend. .
Karen Wammes
20:10 03 May 23
Holmes Ecowater just finished installing a new water softener and iron filter at our residence. Not only are their products superior to any other system we've had over the years, but their service is exceptional! Richard and Ty were prompt, courteous, and professional, and their installation work and cleanup beautifully done. Richard took the time to thoroughly explain the system, and we are confident that we will now have beautiful, soft, iron free water. From the initial inquiry call to the Homes Ecowater office, through to the home visit to assess existing equipment and water quality (also Richard...so competent!), to the ordering of equipment and today's installation, the Holmes Ecowater team have been stellar. Thank you Richard and Ty for your service today, you are both great ambassadors for your company!
Peter Stein
22:07 10 Apr 23
Rhonda Stuckey
16:34 04 Apr 23
Great job very happyRichard was terrific in information knowing the set as well as procedures.
Sara Bryans
19:45 27 Mar 23
Holmes Ecowater saved the day after another water company left me with broken equipment and a mess to clean up.The Holmes team was incredibly efficient and fast to respond and their knowledge was appreciated.Richard is amazing! He walked me through my complete system and repaired the damages while sharing his expertise for maintenance tips that I should pay attention to in the future.It’s such a relief to find such a helpful and reliable company. I’ll use them for all of my future water system needs and recommend them to anyone.Thanks Richard and the Holmes team!
Shayne
00:03 23 Mar 23
Really great group working together to provide soft water services to Lethbridge residents!They were fast, efficient, and diligent. They even reached out to us after everything was installed to ensure we had no concerns.Great service and wonderful people! 🙂
David O'Connor
09:58 12 Mar 23
Janice Creason
19:29 27 Feb 23
Richard was very professional. Took care of 4 reverse osmosis units and explained everything well.
Mackenzie Strachan-reed
21:20 23 Feb 23
Richard gave me grate service and did a clean job installing my water softener
Derek C
18:13 22 Feb 23
Richard was our service technician and was so wonderful to deal with he was very knowledgeable and so very friendly, We love our home water system and the wonderful service we receive each time!
Tyler Torrie
23:23 17 Feb 23
Richard is top notch. Walked us through everything and you can tell he knows his stuff inside and out. Very professional and good to work with.
