Why Should I Test My Home’s Water Quality?

Testing your water reveals the presence of contaminants like lead, chlorine, bacteria, or hard minerals. Poor water quality can affect your health, plumbing, and appliances. Regular testing ensures your water is safe and clean for everyday use.

What Are Common Signs of Poor Water Quality?

Discoloration, strange odors, bad taste, and residue on faucets or dishes may indicate water quality issues. You might also notice dry skin or dull laundry. These are signs that contaminants or high mineral content could be present.

Is Hard Water Bad for My Home?

Hard water isn’t harmful to drink, but it can cause scale buildup in , reduce soap effectiveness, and shorten the lifespan of appliances. Over time, it can lead to plumbing problems and higher energy bills. Installing a water softener helps address these issues.

What’s the Difference Between Filtered and Purified Water?

Filtered water removes certain contaminants through a physical barrier or chemical process, while purified water goes through more extensive treatment to eliminate nearly all impurities. Both improve water quality, but purification offers a higher level of cleanliness. The best option depends on your needs and local water conditions.

Can My Tap Water Contain Harmful Contaminants?

Yes, even treated municipal water can contain trace levels of lead, chlorine, pesticides, or bacteria. Older and outdated infrastructure may also introduce contaminants. Testing is the best way to determine what’s in your tap water.

How Do I Improve the Taste and Smell of My Water?

A whole-home or under-sink filtration system can remove chlorine, sulfur, and other odor- or taste-causing substances. Activated carbon filters are especially effective for this. Better-tasting water encourages hydration and peace of mind.

Do Water Softeners Improve Water Quality?

Water softeners specifically target calcium and magnesium to reduce hardness, making water gentler on your plumbing and skin. While they don’t filter other contaminants, they do improve the overall quality and usability of your water. Pairing a softener with a filtration system gives you full-spectrum protection.

How Often Should I Check My Water Quality?

It’s recommended to test your water at least once a year, or more frequently if you notice changes in color, smell, or taste. Homes with well water should test even more regularly. Seasonal shifts or nearby construction can also impact water safety and warrant additional testing.

Durham Water Quality

Clean, Safe Water for Your Whole Home

Clean water is essential for everything from drinking and cooking to bathing and laundry. In Durham, water quality can vary from home to home based on plumbing systems, local infrastructure, and even seasonal changes. If you’re noticing strange tastes, odors, or buildup around your fixtures, your water might not be as clean as it should be. At Ted’s HVAC, Plumbing, & Electrical, we help Durham homeowners understand and improve their water quality with expert solutions. Let us test your water and recommend the best systems to keep your family safe and your plumbing protected.

Our Water Quality Services

Water quality issues can stem from a variety of sources, and no two homes are exactly alike. That’s why we offer a full range of services tailored to your specific water concerns. From testing to treatment, we’re here to ensure your home’s water is clean, safe, and healthy.

Water Testing — Knowing what’s in your water is the first step toward improving it. We perform detailed water testing to identify contaminants like chlorine, lead, bacteria, and hard minerals.
Water Filtration Installation — A whole-home water filtration system can remove impurities before they reach your tap. We install high-quality systems that provide better-tasting, safer water for every use.
Water Softener Installation — Hard water can damage pipes, stain fixtures, and make soap less effective. Our team installs reliable water softeners to help protect your plumbing and appliances.
Reverse Osmosis Systems — Reverse osmosis offers a high level of filtration for drinking and cooking water. These systems remove even the smallest contaminants for crisp, clean results.
Filter Replacements & Maintenance — Filters need regular care to continue working effectively. We provide routine service and timely replacements to keep your system running at peak performance.

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Why Choose Ted’s For Water Quality?

Ted’s HVAC, Plumbing, & Electrical stands out as a trusted provider for all your water quality needs. Our team combines years of industry experience with a dedication to providing personalized service tailored to your home’s unique needs. We take the time to understand your concerns, ensuring that we recommend the most effective solutions for your water system. With a focus on long-term results and careful attention to detail, we’re proud to be a trusted name in Durham for water quality services.

Advanced Water Treatment Solutions — We offer cutting-edge water filtration systems designed to improve the quality of your water. Our team will help you choose the system that best suits your home and water needs.
Thorough Water Testing — Our technicians conduct comprehensive tests to identify specific contaminants in your water. This ensures that we recommend the best solutions based on your water’s unique profile.
Customized Service Plans — Every home is different, and we provide tailored service plans that fit your specific water quality needs. We work closely with you to design a plan that offers lasting improvements.
Top-Notch Equipment — We use only the highest-quality filtration and softening systems on the market. Our products are designed to provide reliable and efficient performance for years to come.
Ongoing Maintenance — Regular maintenance is key to keeping your water systems running smoothly. We offer ongoing services to ensure your system continues to deliver optimal performance and clean water year-round.

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What Our Customers Say About Us

4.9 Google Rating

I have always had a great experience with Ted’s. I had my annual service recently, Kendall(electrical), LJ and Nathan(plumbing). They gave great service and conducted theirselves professionally. They were very knowledgeable and explained everything in detail to ensure you understand everything completely before any work is done. The work quality is also great, I had a new sump pump and water heater installed and I was satisfied with all of the work completed. Highly recommend! Also was able to get some quotes on future electrical needs. I will continue to use Ted’s

Gregory Penny

2 days ago

Technicians were very professional. They weren't even too scared of my backyard goats. Thanks for coming out

Michael Langford

2 days ago

Everybody did an excellent job, except for the waiting time on the parts that had to be replaced. Thank you guys.

Kikin Perez

2 days ago

Great! Very polite, professional, and curious! Very helpful and gave detailed advice and feedback. All around great people to do business with!

Troy Gibson

3 days ago

LJ and Nathan are fantastic. The entire experience was easy and surprisingly fast. They were Extremely respectful of the property, to me, and my dogs😀. The cost was exactly what I expected. Very fair.

Tina Hamlin

3 days ago

Awesome service, Kail did a great job keeping me informed and was very friendly.

Adam Shick

3 days ago

Mr.Jose was very professional and knowledgeable and willing to go the extra mile.I look forward to working with him. I will definitely recommend this company for any and all HVAC or plumbing issues.

Kimberly Moore

3 days ago

There is no after hours we are paying monthly for service and they were suppose to come Friday to perform regular maintenance and didn't show now 24 hours later our unit quit and their is no one to call until Monday. Its Saturday!!! It is Thursday and I am a little late on my update. I found out that the 24/7 service had been cancelled some time age and they sent out a notice to costumers email ( I believe mine is wrong in their system). The technician came out and solved our issue whole doing regular PM Monday afternoon. The staff have been very sincere and apologetic for the hole issue which seems more of a misunderstanding I think more on my part. I am changing my review to 5 stars. But I do wish they would consider in the future to go back to 24/7 emergency service, there are a few companies the do off the service in Roxboro area . I will say that every technician we have dealt with have been exceptional.

Scott Glenn

4 days ago

Jairo and Wesley provided exceptional service on our HVAC. They were professional, knowledgeable and understanding. We had working AC in no time.

Jaime Jerman

4 days ago

Would highly recommend Ted's! Jairo and Wesley came to my home today and walked through my original concern and showed me videos so I didnt have to go under the house too. They also found my duct work to be leaking water at the seams and some other preventive maintenance issues that should be addressed on our AC unit. They were very thorough and respectful of our home and even offered to carry in a large package that was on my porch. Great customer service, knowledgeable, quick to get on the schedule and same day quotes.

Kassi Shimek

4 days ago

Great service, fair price, local employees

Tony Wilkins

5 days ago

Jairo did an excellent job. Good employee.

Les Puryear

5 days ago

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