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Plumber in Forest Lake, MN
Licensed plumbers for Forest Lake homes since 1989: water heaters, drains, leaks and fixtures, boilers, and water conditioning. Same-day and next-day appointments, written upfront pricing, and a free in-home water test with every visit.
Licensed Minnesota (MN PC150039)
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Quick Summary
A.J. Alberts Plumbing provides licensed residential plumbing in Forest Lake, MN: water heater repair and replacement, drain and sewer cleaning, leak and fixture repair, boiler service, and water softener and filtration installation. Same-day and next-day appointments are typical, pricing is written and upfront, and every install carries a lifetime craftsmanship warranty. Call 651-738-0580 or book online.
Plumbing Services in Forest Lake
One licensed crew for repairs, replacements, and water treatment. No commissioned salespeople, ever.
Plumbing Repair
Leaks, faucets, toilets, sump pumps, water lines, and gas lines. Diagnosed on site and quoted in writing before work starts.
Water Heaters
Repair and replacement of tank, tankless, and hybrid heat pump water heaters, with availability confirmed when scheduling.
Drain and Sewer Cleaning
Cable, hydro jetting, and in-line camera inspection for slow drains and mainline backups.
Boilers and Hydronic Heat
Boiler repair, replacement, and radiant floor heat, with licensed boiler technicians on staff.
Emergency Plumbing
Active leaks, burst pipes, and no-heat calls are prioritized. Call 651-738-0580 and we will get a plumber moving.
Water Softeners and Filtration
Softener installation and repair, filtration, and reverse osmosis, selected for the actual water conditions, household goals, and equipment requirements.
What We See in Forest Lake Homes
Tyler Schauer, an A.J. Alberts plumber, lives in Forest Lake. His previous water-conditioning work included testing and installation of softeners, carbon filters, reverse osmosis systems and iron filters. He now brings that experience to residential plumbing and water-treatment work here.
Forest Lake publishes its service-line inventory and links to an address lookup. The figures on its water page are dated December 11, 2023, so use the lookup or contact the utility for your property's current record. A service-line record and a tap-water lead result answer different questions. Our free basic test does not measure lead.
Local Expert
Meet Tyler Schauer
Forest Lake Resident, Plumber and Water Specialist
Tyler is a plumber on the A.J. Alberts team and lives in Forest Lake. His previous water-conditioning work included water testing and installation of softeners, carbon filters, reverse osmosis systems, and iron filters. He brings that experience to his plumbing and water-treatment work here.
Most of Tyler's work happens in Forest Lake or the surrounding north and east metro communities: Hugo, Dellwood, White Bear Lake, Centerville, Lino Lakes, Blaine, Columbus, Ham Lake, Stillwater, Vadnais Heights, North Oaks, Circle Pines, Shoreview, Arden Hills, Grant, Mahtomedi, and Lexington. His specialty is water testing and water treatment system design and install, with general plumbing service alongside.
Outside work, Tyler is outdoors with his golden retriever puppy, on a golf course, or playing hockey. Forest Lake and surrounding north metro customers can request him by name when scheduling, especially for water testing or treatment system installs.
"Favorite part about my job? Working with customers and solving problems - it's very gratifying!!"
Tyler Schauer, Plumber
What Customers Say
Excerpts from the 862 Google reviews A.J. Alberts has earned across the Twin Cities. Each one links to the original.
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Water Quality in Forest Lake
Tyler Schauer lives in Forest Lake. His work includes general plumbing, basic water testing and water-treatment installation.
The city operates a municipal water system and notes that some properties use private wells. Use the current report for municipal water or well-specific testing for a private supply. This source distinction matters more than assuming every Forest Lake home has the same water.
Confirm hardness at your home
Use a household test to measure hardness. No verified single city value is published here.
A city reference is not a measurement of your tap. Check your supply and any treatment already installed before selecting or programming equipment.
Water source
Forest Lake operates a municipal water system and notes that some properties use private wells. Confirm which supplies your home.
Treatment guidance:
Choose treatment for a specific concern using the utility report or appropriate laboratory results. Compare the exact equipment's documented reduction claims and maintenance requirements. Basic readings do not measure every contaminant.
See treatment options →Local water sources, checked 2026-09-18:
MDH home-softening guidance explains why softening depends on actual hardness and household needs.
For source guidance and testing options, see our water-quality guide.
Common Water Issues We Solve
The appropriate test or equipment inspection depends on the concern. Our free basic water test does not measure PFAS or establish that water is safe to drink. PFAS analysis is a separate paid laboratory service.
Hardness and Scale
Hardness varies by water source. Test at the home before choosing a softener or other treatment.
PFAS Testing and Information
A.J. Alberts offers separate paid laboratory PFAS testing for municipal-water and private-well customers. We collect and submit the sample and explain the report. Confirm the test scope, price, and turnaround when scheduling; PFAS is not included in the free basic water test. A regional history does not establish the level at your tap.
Drinking Water
Start with the current utility report or appropriate laboratory results for a private well. Select treatment for a defined concern and check the exact model's reduction claims and maintenance requirements.
Aging Plumbing and Equipment
Check the equipment model, installation history, maintenance and current symptoms. The age of a house does not establish the age or condition of its plumbing equipment.
Free In-Home Water Test
Our free basic in-home water test checks hardness, iron, chlorine, pH, alkalinity, and total dissolved solids, with nitrate testing for private wells. It does not measure PFAS or certify that water is safe to drink.
A.J. Alberts offers separate paid laboratory PFAS testing for municipal-water and private-well customers. We collect and submit the sample and explain the report. Confirm the test scope, price, and turnaround when scheduling; PFAS is not included in the free basic water test.
Why Homeowners Choose A.J. Alberts
Since 1989
Locally owned and operating across the Twin Cities since 1989. Best of Woodbury 2025 Winner, 2026 Winner.
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Service FAQs
Do you serve Forest Lake, MN?
Yes. A.J. Alberts Plumbing is licensed in Minnesota (MN License PC150039) and handles plumbing repair, water heaters, drain cleaning, boilers, and water conditioning here. Most non-emergency calls are scheduled within a day or two.
How fast can you get to my home?
Same-day to next-day appointments are typical for non-emergency work. For active leaks, burst pipes, or no heat, call 651-738-0580 and we will prioritize you.
How can I check for lead in my service line or tap water?
Ask your water supplier about the service-line material at your address and consult public-health guidance about appropriate laboratory tap-water sampling. A basic hardness or TDS reading cannot measure lead. Lead testing and a service-line inspection are not included in our free basic water-test offer.
How do I decide whether my Forest Lake home needs a softener?
Measure hardness at your home and check any treatment already in place. Softening is a choice, not a requirement for every home. Equipment selection and settings depend on actual hardness, household water use and the selected manufacturer's instructions.
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A.J. Alberts Plumbing & Water Conditioning
7975 Afton Road · Woodbury, MN 55125 · 651-738-0580