Well Water Filter Solutions in St. George, UT

Many homes outside St. George city limits rely on private wells for their water. While well water can taste clean and natural, it’s also untreated and unregulated, meaning the responsibility for water safety falls entirely on the homeowner.

At Element Plumbing, Heating & Air, we specialize in well water filtration, softening, and purification systems designed for southern Utah’s desert conditions, protecting your family from minerals, sediment, and naturally occurring contaminants like arsenic.

Our Well Water Treatment & Filtration Services

Water Testing & System Design

We begin every project with a comprehensive lab water test to identify minerals, metals, and contaminants. From there, we design a custom treatment plan for your well and household needs.

Whole-Home Filtration Systems

Point-of-entry systems filter sediment, sulfur, and organic matter for clean water throughout your home.

Reverse Osmosis (RO) Filtration

Our reverse osmosis systems remove dissolved contaminants, including arsenic, chromium, and nitrates, for safe drinking and cooking water.

Water Softening & Conditioning

We install traditional and salt-free softeners to prevent scale buildup and extend the life of plumbing and appliances.

Iron & Manganese Removal Systems

If your well shows signs of rust staining or metallic taste, we install oxidation and filtration systems that eliminate iron and manganese effectively.

UV & Disinfection Systems

Ultraviolet purification neutralizes bacteria, viruses, and cysts, an essential safeguard for unregulated well systems.

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Made for Southern Utah

Why Choose Element for Well Water Solutions

  • Local Expertise: Our team understands the unique geology of southern Utah’s aquifers and how to treat them effectively.
  • Certified Experience: Led by Luke Timmons, whose family holds the longest-standing Water Master License in Utah, we’ve helped hundreds of rural homeowners build safe, reliable water systems.
  • Science-Based Solutions: Every system is designed using data from the Desert Research Institute, EPA, and Utah Division of Drinking Water.
  • Comprehensive Protection: From arsenic filtration to hard-water treatment, we create complete whole-home systems that safeguard your family and property.


  • In nearby Iron County, 3 out of every 5 private wells tested showed detectable arsenic.
  • Some wells contained levels above 10 µg/L, the EPA’s federal limit, while others had moderate exposure (5–10 µg/L), concentrations linked by the World Health Organization to vascular and heart disease after long-term exposure.
  • The EPA’s Utah Mormon Community Study found that residents with similar exposure levels had twice the rate of hypertensive heart disease compared to those with cleaner water.

And arsenic isn’t the only concern. Wells in and around St. George often show signs of:

  • Hard Water & Mineral Scale: Most wells measure 20–25 grains per gallon, among the hardest in Utah. This causes scale buildup that damages plumbing and shortens appliance life by up to 40%.
  • Sediment & Cloudiness: Fine red-rock dust and desert sand can infiltrate shallow well casings, making water appear cloudy and clogging filters prematurely.
  • Bacteria & Microorganisms: Wells near farmland, livestock, or septic systems can harbor coliform or E. coli, especially after heavy rain or flooding.
  • Sulfur Odor (“Rotten Egg” Smell): Hydrogen sulfide gas is common in deep wells and can corrode plumbing while leaving a strong, unpleasant odor.
  • Manganese & Iron Staining: Though less common in city water, some private wells show metal staining on fixtures and laundry when left untreated.

Because private wells aren’t regulated like municipal systems, routine testing and professional treatment are essential to ensure your water stays safe year-round.

Protect Your Water Filtration Investment

Why Choose Element for Well Water Solutions

  • Local Expertise: Our team understands the unique geology of southern Utah’s aquifers and how to treat them effectively.
  • Certified Experience: Led by Luke Timmons, whose family holds the longest-standing Water Master License in Utah, we’ve helped hundreds of rural homeowners build safe, reliable water systems.
  • Science-Based Solutions: Every system is designed using data from the Desert Research Institute, EPA, and Utah Division of Drinking Water.
  • Comprehensive Protection: From arsenic filtration to hard-water treatment, we create complete whole-home systems that safeguard your family and property.
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Schedule Well Water Testing & Treatment in St. George

If you rely on a private well, regular testing and proper treatment are the only ways to ensure safe water.

Call Element Plumbing, Heating & Air at 435-554-1330 or schedule online for well water testing, filtration, or softener installation anywhere in Washington or Iron County.

Your water, tested and protected. That’s Element.

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Well Water Filtering FAQs

Private wells aren’t regulated like city water, so safety depends entirely on testing and maintenance. We recommend professional testing at least once a year, or any time water color, odor, or taste changes.

Hardness minerals, arsenic, sulfur, sediment, and bacteria are most common. The Desert Research Institute identified elevated arsenic in parts of Iron and Beaver Counties, and similar geology extends into Washington County.

The most effective solutions are reverse osmosis or ion-exchange systems designed for arsenic reduction. In high-risk wells, these may be combined with pre-filtration and pH adjustment for complete protection.

At minimum, once per year, but more often after flooding, earthquakes, or construction near your property. Groundwater chemistry can change with drought and pumping activity.

A softener only removes hardness minerals. To address contaminants like arsenic or bacteria, you’ll need additional filtration such as RO or UV purification.

SERVICE AREAS

SERVING ST. GEORGE, UT & SURROUNDING AREAS

  • Bloomington
  • Santa Clara
  • Cedar City
  • St. George
  • Ivins
  • Washington
  • Little Valley