Pure Aqua Columbus
Welcome Home Water Protection Program™

Just bought a home in Central Ohio? Start here.

Congratulations on your new home. Before you unpack, there's one thing most buyers never think to check — and it affects every faucet, appliance, and glass of water in the house.

Free — no obligation Central Ohio homeowners Written results provided

Why water quality matters in year one

Why your water quality matters more in year one

Central Ohio sits on some of the hardest water in the Midwest. Most builders don't install water treatment — they hand you the keys and move on. That means your new dishwasher, water heater, and plumbing are already working against hard water from day one.

Hard water doesn't just taste different. It silently scales your water heater (cutting efficiency by up to 30%), leaves white deposits on fixtures, dulls your laundry, and dries out skin and hair. The damage is gradual — and most homeowners don't connect it to their water until appliances start failing early.

300–400 mg/L
Typical Central Ohio water hardness
Up to 30%
Water heater efficiency loss from scale
30–50%
Shorter appliance lifespan with untreated water
Limescale buildup inside a water heater from hard water
Scale buildup like this forms inside water heaters within months of hard water exposure

Completely free — no obligation

What's included in your Welcome Home Water Checkup

This isn't a sales call. It's a professional water analysis — the same one we'd want done on our own homes.

Professional Water Hardness Test

We measure your exact hardness level in grains per gallon so you know precisely what you're dealing with.

Iron & Manganese Analysis

Iron stains sinks, tubs, and laundry. We test for both ferrous and ferric iron — the kind you can't always see.

Chlorine & Chloramine Check

City water is treated with chlorine. We measure what's actually coming out of your tap — not what the city reports at the plant.

Drinking Water Evaluation

We assess your drinking water for taste, odor, pH, and whether a reverse osmosis system would benefit your family.

Appliance Protection Review

We walk through how your current water quality is affecting your water heater, dishwasher, washing machine, and plumbing.

Personalized Water Report

You leave with a written summary of your results and honest recommendations — whether that means a system from us or nothing at all.

Schedule My Free Water Checkup

Free · No obligation · Central Ohio homeowners

Why Central Ohio homeowners choose Pure Aqua Columbus

Locally owned since 2018

We live and work in Central Ohio. We know the water in Dublin is different from the water in Pataskala — because we've tested thousands of homes across the region.

Ohio's only authorized Westinghouse dealer

We install the same Westinghouse whole-home systems trusted in commercial buildings — custom-sized to your home's actual water chemistry, not a one-size-fits-all box.

No rentals. You own it.

Unlike Culligan, Kinetico, and RainSoft, we don't lock you into monthly rental contracts. You own your system outright — no ongoing fees, no surprises.

5.0 stars on Google

Every review is from a real Central Ohio homeowner. We don't pay for reviews or use review-gating software. Our reputation is built one home at a time.

10-year warranty

Our systems are backed by a 10-year warranty. If something goes wrong, we fix it — no runaround, no third-party service calls.

Veteran-owned

Pure Aqua Columbus was founded by a veteran. We bring the same discipline and integrity to every installation that we brought to service.

5.0on Google · 28 reviews
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The First 30 Days in Your New Home — Water Checklist

Download our free guide for new Central Ohio homeowners. Covers water quality, HVAC filters, water heater maintenance, and more.

Test your water hardness (we do this free)
Flush your water heater if the home sat vacant
Check for iron staining under sinks and in toilets
Replace HVAC filters (previous owners may have skipped this)
Test smoke and CO detectors
Locate your main water shutoff valve
Check sump pump operation if your home has one
Run all faucets and check for odor or discoloration
Note your water heater age — over 8 years means plan for replacement
Schedule your free Pure Aqua water analysis
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New homeowner reviewing a home checklist

New construction homeowners

Did you buy a new construction home?

Pure Aqua Columbus has installed water treatment systems in new homes built by every major Central Ohio builder. Find your builder for local water quality information specific to your community.

M/I Homes
Pulte Homes
Fischer Homes
Maronda Homes
DR Horton
Ryan Homes
Rockford Homes

Builder names are used for informational purposes only. Pure Aqua Columbus is not affiliated with or endorsed by any home builder.

Referral partners

We work with the people who help you move in

Pure Aqua Columbus partners with realtors, home inspectors, mortgage brokers, and moving companies across Central Ohio. If you were referred by a partner, mention it when you schedule — we'll make sure your checkup is prioritized.

RealtorsHome InspectorsMortgage BrokersMoving CompaniesKitchen & Bath RemodelersInterior Designers
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Common questions from new homeowners

Do new construction homes in Central Ohio need a water softener?
Most do. Central Ohio municipal water runs 200–400 mg/L hardness — builders don't install treatment equipment, so your appliances and plumbing start accumulating scale from day one.
Why isn't a water softener included in my new home?
Builders keep base prices competitive by leaving water treatment as an aftermarket addition. Most homeowners add it within the first 1–2 years once they notice effects on fixtures, appliances, and skin.
How hard is the water in Central Ohio?
Very hard — typically 12–23 grains per gallon. Dublin, Westerville, and Pickerington often test at the higher end. We'll give you your exact number during the free checkup.
Is the water checkup really free?
Yes. No obligation, no pressure. You get a written report of your results and honest recommendations — whether that means a system from us or nothing at all.
Welcome Home Water Protection Program™

Protect your biggest investment. Your home.

Schedule your free Welcome Home Water Checkup. No obligation, no pressure — just honest answers about what's in your water.

Free • No obligation • Central Ohio homeowners only