Water filtration solutions in Rochester, NY
Our team in Rochester, NY installs custom-built water solutions to help reduce contaminants and bring you safer, better tasting water.
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Water in Rochester is Very Hard
According to our proprietary data, the average total water hardness in Rochester is 12.1 grains per gallon (gpg), which falls in the very hard range. This means there’s a lot of calcium and magnesium in the water here — two minerals that can build up over time and leave behind residue in your pipes, appliances, and fixtures. This buildup can make things less efficient and even shorten the life of your home’s systems if left unchecked.
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Rochester, NY water sources
The City of Rochester is currently addressing significant water quality challenges at two major drinking water reservoirs – Highland Reservoir and Cobb’s Hill Reservoir. Both facilities are open finished water storage systems that must comply with EPA’s Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule (LT2) by November 2035. The Highland Reservoir, built in 1875 with a 26-million-gallon capacity, and Cobb’s Hill Reservoir, constructed in 1908 with a 144-million-gallon capacity, serve as essential components of Rochester’s water distribution system.
These reservoirs face unique operational challenges due to their locations within park settings surrounded by trees. Throughout the year, large quantities of seeds, pollen, leaves, and other organic matter fall into the open reservoirs, creating water quality concerns and operational difficulties. During spring seasons, sycamore seeds and cottonwood dander frequently clog outlet screens, while fall brings leaf accumulation that can lead to algae and bacteria growth. The city must perform labor-intensive cleaning operations multiple times per year, sometimes requiring extended reservoir shutdowns that impact water system reliability.
To achieve LT2 compliance and address these ongoing challenges, Rochester is evaluating several potential solutions including installing reservoir covers, implementing ultraviolet light disinfection systems, constructing buried concrete storage tanks, or reconfiguring the system by removing Highland Reservoir from service. The city has been operating under a Bilateral Compliance Agreement with state and county health departments since 2012, which defers enforcement actions as long as progress toward compliance continues. This project highlights the critical importance of proper water treatment and storage solutions for maintaining safe, reliable drinking water in Rochester’s aging infrastructure system.
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Water softening systems
Hard water can damage your skin and hair, and it’s not doing your appliances any favors either. Our custom softening solutions reduce mineral buildup, extending the life of your plumbing while leaving your hair and skin feeling refreshed.
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Advanced filtration
Experiencing home plumbing issues? How about a bad taste or odor? Our advanced filtration systems treat a wide variety of water concerns for well or city water users. With over 250 product combinations available, you’ll find a tailored water filtration that fits your needs. The result? A custom solution that provides crisper, cleaner water in your home.
Reverse osmosis
Reverse Osmosis (RO) technology provides the ultimate safeguard against harmful contaminants like lead, copper, and PFOA/PFOS — known for their dangerous, long-term health effects. Our compact, under-counter systems filter up to 600 gallons daily, ensuring your drinking water is cleaner and safer.
Ultraviolet filtration
Help protect your home from unwanted microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, parasites, and cysts without harmful chemicals. Our systems are designed to deliver safer, more reliable water, so you can have better peace of mind every day.
Well water solutions
Are you dealing with that awful rotten egg smell? How about stained tubs and sinks? Our well water filtration and softening solutions help elevate the water throughout your home, making it crisper, cleaner and safer.
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Reduce hidden contaminants
Our advanced filtration systems help reduce harmful contaminants like lead, PFAS, and bacteria that may be present in Rochester water supplies. These solutions help remove dangerous elements, making every sip safer for your family’s daily hydration needs.
Elevate your everyday
Since water makes up 60% of our bodies, cleaner water can help support your overall wellness. From helping maintain cardiovascular health to promoting muscle recovery and healthier skin, purified water helps fuel your body more effectively.
Better water everywhere
Cloudy, discolored water with strange tastes or odors can be frustrating. Our water experts at Leaf Home help identify your water’s unique challenges and create customized solutions that may provide cleaner, better-tasting water throughout your home.
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Serving greater Rochester
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(888) 701-5497Office Location
2144 Brighton Henrietta Town Line Road Suite 400
Rochester, NY 14623
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Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM ET
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM ET
Sunday: Closed
Customers Served in Greater Rochester
ROCHESTER, NY
108 Homes
BUFFALO, NY
79 Homes
SYRACUSE, NY
46 Homes
HORSEHEADS, NY
33 Homes
ITHACA, NY
28 Homes
BALDWINSVILLE, NY
22 Homes
CORNING, NY
22 Homes
FULTON, NY
22 Homes
BATH, NY
21 Homes
AUBURN, NY
20 Homes
CORTLAND, NY
20 Homes
ELMIRA, NY
18 Homes
Results you can trust
From the free water test to expert installation, we take care of it all.
Advanced water testing
Our local water experts use advanced digital testing to quickly identify common issues like hard water, contaminants, copper, and chemicals like chlorine and nitrates to create the right solution for your home.
A customized solution
We take a personalized approach to water quality. Using your test results, we design a custom water system that addresses your specific issues in your home so you get cleaner, healthier water where it matters most.
One-day installation
Our local water experts are ready to install your new system in as little as one day.
Step 1: Water test
We analyze the water straight from your tap to identify any water issues your home and family are experiencing.
Step 2: Custom solution
We use your test results to customize a water system that targets and improves your unique issues.
Step 3: One-day installation
Our local water experts are fully equipped and trained to perform your installation in as little as one day.
Frequently asked questions
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Rochester’s water averages 12.1 grains per gallon, which falls in the very hard category. A water softener can help reduce these excess minerals that may dry out your hair and skin. Hard water can make soaps less effective, so you may not get a thorough lather. Our water softeners help restore balance for softer, healthier-looking hair.
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One of the biggest benefits of filtering water is to help reduce harmful contaminants, impurities and chemicals, along with unwanted minerals and bacteria. The filtering process can also lead to a better taste and smell, which encourages hydration and wellness.
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A water softener helps remove hardness minerals like calcium and magnesium that cause scale buildup, making water gentler on your hair, skin, and appliances. A water filter targets contaminants like chlorine, lead, and bacteria, giving you cleaner, safer water for drinking, cooking, and more.
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Does your water taste or smell bad? Are you experiencing hard water stains on your appliances, or scale buildup on your shower head? While there are many signs that you may need a water filter, the best way to determine whether you need water treatment is to schedule a free water test from our local office in Rochester.
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Reverse Osmosis (RO) is a water filtration process that helps remove unwanted contaminants, such as arsenic, PFAS, chlorine, and copper, from tap water, resulting in crisper, cleaner, and safer drinking water.