Water Treatment in Maine & New Hampshire

Local Energy, LLC helps homeowners across Southern Maine, Central Maine, and the Mount Washington Valley region of New Hampshire solve hard or soft water problems, sediment and silt, and other water-quality issues in their home’s water supply.

Water Treatment FAQs

How do I know if I have a water quality problem?

Common signs include white, chalky scale buildup around faucets and showerheads, soap that won’t lather well, spots on dishes and glassware, cloudy or gritty water, or a noticeable drop in water pressure as sediment builds up in pipes and fixtures. If you’re on a private well, it’s worth having the water tested, since well water quality varies a lot from property to property even in the same town.

What’s the difference between hard water and soft water problems?

Hard water carries a high mineral content (mainly calcium and magnesium), which is what causes scale buildup in pipes, water heaters, and appliances over time, along with the soap-lathering and spotting issues above. Water that’s been treated to remove those minerals is called soft water. Either can come with its own issues — hard water shortens the life of water-using appliances, while some households prefer to avoid fully softened water for drinking.

What causes sediment or silt in household water?

Sediment and silt are typically fine particles — sand, rust from aging pipes, or mineral deposits — suspended in the water supply. It’s especially common with well water, where the aquifer or the well itself can introduce particulate matter into what comes out of your tap.

Does a water treatment system need ongoing maintenance?

Most systems need some level of upkeep — how much depends on the specific equipment and what it’s treating for. We’ll go over the maintenance a given setup needs when we’re out assessing your water.

Which offices handle water treatment?

All three of our offices — Gray, Maine, Belgrade, Maine, and Albany, New Hampshire — serve their surrounding areas for water treatment. See our full list of towns served.

Have a Water Issue You’d Like Looked At?

Contact us at (207) 613-6886 (Maine) or (603) 662-2809 (New Hampshire), or visit our Contact page, and we’ll help figure out what’s going on with your water.