Hard Water Mineral Buildup
Edina tests at 18 grains per gallon (extremely hard). Untreated, this scales every faucet, water heater, dishwasher, and washing machine in your home.
Service Area
Plumber in Edina, MN
Edina, 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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Licensed Minnesota (MN PC150039)
★ 4.9 stars, 800+ reviews Best of Woodbury · 2025 Winner, 2026 Finalist
Free in-home water test
Quick Summary
A.J. Alberts Plumbing serves Edina, 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 Edina
Edina is one of the metro's most established premium markets with a median home age of 1971 per assessor data, meaning most Edina homes are due for plumbing system updates that were not contemplated when the original construction was done. Edina also confirmed zero lead service lines in its 2021 city inventory.
18
grains per gallon
Extremely Hard — advanced softener required
Outside the documented East Metro PFAS plume, but extremely hard water at 18 gpg combined with aging in-home plumbing in Edina's older housing stock means homes here need both a high-capacity softener and often a copper pipe inspection.
Primary water source
Municipal water from city wells drawing from the Prairie du Chien-Jordan aquifer. The City of Edina maintains its own treatment infrastructure and is one of the better-monitored municipal systems in the metro.
Recommended treatment for Edina homes:
Advanced water softener required plus plumbing inspection for older homes
See treatment options →For the full Twin Cities water quality picture, see our water quality map and city-by-city data.
Common Water Issues We Solve in Edina
Most Edina homes we visit fall into one of these four buckets. Free in-home test confirms which apply to yours.
Iron Staining and Discoloration
Many Edina wells show elevated iron, causing orange staining on fixtures, laundry, and tubs. We diagnose ferrous vs. ferric iron on-site and install the right specialty filter.
Drinking Water Contaminants
Beyond hardness, Edina tap water can carry trace dissolved metals, sediment, and chlorination byproducts. Under-sink reverse osmosis delivers cleaner drinking and cooking water than most bottled.
Aging In-Home Plumbing
Many Edina homes are 30+ years old. Original water heaters, softeners, supply lines, and shut-off valves are often due for replacement. Proactive maintenance prevents emergencies.
Free In-Home Water Test in Edina
No fee. No obligation. We confirm what is actually in your specific water.
Services Available in Edina
Water Softener Installation
Sized and programmed for the extremely hard water common in Edina. Lifetime craftsmanship warranty.
Whole-Home Filtration
Carbon, sediment, PFAS, and iron filtration matched to your specific water test.
Reverse Osmosis
Under-sink and whole-home RO systems for the cleanest possible drinking water.
Plumbing Services
Leak repair, fixture installation, sump pumps, water line repair, gas lines.
Water Heaters
Tank, tankless, and hybrid heat pump installation and repair. Same-day options.
Boiler Service
Hydronic boiler repair, replacement, and radiant floor heat. Critical Minnesota winter work.
Drain Cleaning
Cable, hydro jetting, and in-line camera. Mainline backups handled same-day.
Free Water Test
Free on-site testing for hardness, iron, chlorine, pH, and TDS. No obligation.
Maintenance Plans
Annual plumbing inspection, water heater flush, softener tune-up, priority scheduling.
Local Expert
Meet Luca
Edina Resident, Plumber
Luca is a plumber on the A.J. Alberts team and lives in Edina, his home city. He dispatches regularly to Edina and the adjacent west metro communities including Minnetonka, Bloomington, Richfield, Hopkins, St. Louis Park, and Eden Prairie. Luca handles the full range of plumbing service work and also does drain cleaning.
When Luca is not on the truck, he is on the soccer field, traveling, or out with friends. Edina is home, and most of the customers he visits are neighbors. Customers can request him by name when scheduling an Edina or adjacent west metro appointment.
"I live in Edina and I love this city. When I work in Edina or the cities that touch it, I am working in my own community."
Luca, Plumber
A.J. Alberts Services in Edina
Why Edina Homeowners Choose A.J. Alberts
37 Years
Locally owned and operating across the Twin Cities since 1989. Best of Woodbury 2025 Winner, 2026 Finalist.
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.
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What Edina-Area Customers Say
A small sample of the 800+ Google reviews we have earned across the Twin Cities.
★★★★★
"They diagnosed a hidden leak that two other plumbers missed. Honest, knowledgeable, and reasonably priced."
Mark T.
Edina, MN
★★★★★
"We finally replaced our 18 year old water softener. The new system has made a noticeable difference in how clean our dishes come out and how much less shampoo we go through."
Patricia W.
Edina, MN
★★★★★
"Our 15 year old water heater started leaking on a Friday night. They had it replaced by Sunday afternoon and the weekend was saved. Professional, clean install."
Andrew K.
Edina, MN
More Reading for Edina Homeowners
Detailed guides relevant to the water and plumbing conditions in Edina.
Water Conditioning
Hard Water in Minnesota: Complete Softener Guide
Twin Cities water averages 13 to 22 grains per gallon. What that does to your home and how to fix it.
Read article →Water Conditioning
Water Softening in the Twin Cities: Complete Guide
Why every Twin Cities home needs a softener, how to size one, and what to expect over the life of the system.
Read article →Water Conditioning
Water Conditioning vs Water Softening: What is the Difference?
Industry terms get used loosely. Here is what each category of equipment actually does and what fits your home.
Read article →Water Heaters
Water Heater: Repair vs Replace Decision Guide
Age, water quality, repair cost, and what your unit is doing to your monthly bill. The framework that makes the answer obvious.
Read article →Nearby Areas We Also Serve
Edina Service FAQs
Do you serve Edina, MN?
Yes. A.J. Alberts Plumbing is fully licensed in Minnesota (MN License PC150039) and serves Edina, 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.
How fast can A.J. Alberts get to my Edina home?
For non-emergency service in Edina, 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 Edina?
Yes. Free in-home water testing is included at every Edina 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.
How hard is Edina water?
Edina water tests in the 17-20 grain per gallon range, in the extremely hard tier. This is among the harder municipal waters in the metro. Premium fixtures and appliances in Edina homes are particularly vulnerable to scale damage without proper softening.
Does Edina have lead service line concerns?
Good news: per the City of Edina's 2021 service line inventory, no lead service lines have been confirmed in Edina. However, pre-1986 in-home plumbing may still contain lead solder. We can test your water for lead during a free in-home consultation.
Need Service in Edina?
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