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Orono, MN water tests at 18 grains per gallon. A.J. Alberts has been installing softeners, filtration, water heaters, and full residential plumbing for Twin Cities homes since 1989.

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Quick Summary

A.J. Alberts Plumbing serves Orono, MN for water softener installation, water conditioning, plumbing repair, water heater service, drain cleaning, and boilers. Free in-home water test at every appointment. Written upfront pricing. Lifetime craftsmanship warranty. Serving Hennepin County, MN since 1989. Call 651-738-0580.

Water Quality in Orono

18
grains per gallon

Extremely Hard — advanced softener required

Outside the documented East Metro PFAS plume but extremely hard at 18 gpg. Many Orono homes use private wells that benefit from individual testing on top of softening.

Recommended treatment for Orono homes:

Advanced water softener required plus private well testing

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For the full Twin Cities water quality picture, see our water quality map and city-by-city data.

Why Orono Homeowners Choose A.J. Alberts

37 Years

Locally owned and operating across the Twin Cities since 1989. Best of Woodbury 2025 winner.

10 / 5 / 0

10 plumbers, 5 master plumbers, 0 commissioned salespeople. No upsell pressure, ever.

4.9 stars

800+ Google reviews from real Twin Cities customers. Lifetime craftsmanship warranty on every install.

Orono Service FAQs

Do you serve Orono, MN?
Yes. A.J. Alberts Plumbing is fully licensed in Minnesota (MN License PC150039) and serves Orono, MN for plumbing, water softener installation, water conditioning, water heater service, and drain cleaning. We handle most service calls within a day or two of booking.
What does the water in Orono test like?
Orono water tests at 18 grains per gallon, which is classified as extremely hard. Outside the documented East Metro PFAS plume but extremely hard at 18 gpg. Many Orono homes use private wells that benefit from individual testing on top of softening. Recommended treatment for Orono homes is advanced water softener required plus private well testing.
Is a water softener really necessary in Orono?
Yes. Twin Cities water averages 13 to 22 grains per gallon, well into the very hard to extremely hard range. Without a softener, your plumbing, water heater, dishwasher, and washing machine are accumulating mineral damage daily. The cost of an early water heater replacement alone is more than a quality softener.
How fast can A.J. Alberts get to my Orono home?
For non-emergency service in Orono, same-day to next-day appointments are typical. For active leaks, burst pipes, or no-heat emergencies, call 651-738-0580 immediately and we will prioritize you.
Do you offer free water testing in Orono?
Yes. Free in-home water testing is included at every Orono appointment, no obligation to buy. We test hardness, iron, chlorine, pH, and total dissolved solids on-site and walk you through what the results mean for your home.

Need Service in Orono?

Schedule a free in-home water test, or call us directly for immediate service.

A.J. Alberts Plumbing & Water Conditioning

7975 Afton Road · Woodbury, MN 55125 · 651-738-0580