Whether it's PFAS contamination, chlorine overexposure, or metallic tastes, today's headlines make it clear: if you want peace of mind about the water in your home, you need to take control. At Halco, we install high-performance water filtration and softening systems designed to protect your home and family from harmful contaminants—so you can cook, drink, clean, and bathe with confidence.
We proudly serve homeowners across Rochester, Syracuse, Ithaca, Phelps, and the Finger Lakes region with water conditioning systems that are an integral part of keeping a healthy home. Our trusted Hydrotech® products meet or exceed performance standards for durability, efficiency, and water purity.
From strange tastes and odors to serious health risks, untreated water can affect more than just your plumbing:
Problem | Symptom |
Hard Water | Spotting on dishes and glassware; scale on inside of water heater, pipes and water-using appliances; soap curd and bathtub ring; clothes look gray and dingy. |
Clear Water Iron (Ferrous) | Yellow, brown or rusty stains on plumbing fixtures, water-using appliances and fabrics; metallic taste in foods and beverages; water is clear when drawn from the faucet but changes color, ranging from yellow to brown, when exposed to air. |
Red Water Iron (Ferric) | Same symptoms as Clear Water Iron, but the iron has already oxidized and has a yellow to rust color tint when drawn from the faucet. |
Bacterial Iron | Same symptoms as Clear and Red Water Iron, but can have clumps or balls that may foul plumbing lines and other water-using appliances; particularly noticeable as a yellow to reddish slime in the toilet flush tank. |
Manganese | Blackish stain on fixtures and laundry. |
Acid Water | Blue/green or rusty stains and corrosion on plumbing fixtures and other water-using appliances. pitting of porcelain and enamel fixtures and dishes. Pin holes in copper plumbing lines. |
Aggressive or Corrosive Water | Same symptoms as Acid Water, but the pH is higher. |
Hydrogen Sulfide | Rotten egg taste and/or odor. Turns copper plumbing lines black. Very corrosive. |
Marshy, metallic or chlorine taste or odors | Objectionable tastes and/or odors other than hydrogen sulfide. |
Turbidity (Sand/sediment) | Foreign particles, dirty or cloudy water. |
Tannis | Yellow or brown tint or cast in the water supply. |
Your first line of defense for safe, great-tasting drinking water
As public trust in municipal water quality declines, reverse osmosis (RO) offers a simple and reliable way to protect your family. The H.E.R.O.™ system provides high-efficiency filtration, removing over 99.9% of contaminants like lead, arsenic, chlorine byproducts, and microplastics. Unlike traditional RO units that waste up to 12 gallons of water per gallon of purified output, H.E.R.O.™ minimizes waste—making it both eco-friendly and wallet-friendly.
Perfect for kitchens, ice makers, coffee stations, and anywhere you want clean, crisp water.
Chlorine, chloramines and organic contaminant removal—without breaking the bank
This smart two-tank system acts as both a whole-home carbon filter and a water softener—removing unpleasant chemical tastes, improving skin and hair feel, and protecting your appliances from scale buildup. The separated media beds allow for cost-effective maintenance since the carbon can be replaced independently of the resin bed.
Ideal for homeowners using city water who want soft, clean water with no chemical odor or irritation.
Say goodbye to hard water hassles—for good
If your dishes spot, your laundry looks dingy, or your skin feels dry after a shower, hard water may be to blame. The 89 Series softener removes calcium and magnesium that cause scaling and soap scum. Protect your plumbing, increase appliance lifespan, and enjoy smoother showers with softened water throughout your home.
Recommended for well water or municipal water sources with high hardness levels.
Contaminants vary widely across the Finger Lakes. That's why we always start with a comprehensive water test—so we can match you with the right system based on what's actually in your water. Whether you're dealing with sulfur smells, iron stains, acidity, or just want to upgrade your quality of life, Halco has the tools and expertise to help.
Stop relying on a system you no longer trust. Let Halco help you reclaim control over the water you use every day. Whether you're looking for targeted drinking water filtration or a full-home conditioning solution, our experts are ready to help.
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