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No More Orange Stains, No More Rotten-Egg Smell.

Iron and sulfur are the two biggest problems with Palm Beach County well water — common in The Acreage, Loxahatchee, Jupiter Farms, and Lake Worth Corridor. We install proven removal systems built for South Florida well conditions.

Specialists in The Acreage / Loxahatchee / Jupiter Farms
Eliminates rust staining on fixtures and laundry
Removes rotten-egg sulfur smell at the source
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What's actually in Palm Beach County well water.

If you're on a well in The Acreage, Loxahatchee, Jupiter Farms, or western Lake Worth, you're pulling water from the Surficial Aquifer — which sits on top of limestone with iron-rich layers underneath. That gives you three classic problems municipal water doesn't have.

Here's the typical contaminant profile we see in well water tests across these neighborhoods:

Common well water profile — Palm Beach western areas
Source: Peak Water on-site tests, 2024-2025
Iron (most wells)
2.8
PPM
Sulfur / H2S
1.4
PPM
Hardness
420
PPM
Manganese
0.4
PPM
pH (often low)
6.2
pH
TDS
580
PPM

Why DIY well water systems usually fail.

Big-box stores sell "well water kits" for $800-1,200 that homeowners install themselves. They almost always fail within 12-24 months. Here's why:

Big-Box DIY Well KitProfessional Stack (Ours)
Pre-oxidation (aeration)Skipped — iron stays dissolved, filter clogs fastAeration tank converts iron/sulfur for capture
SequencingSoftener first — destroyed by iron in 6-18 monthsIron filter first, then softener (correct order)
System sizingOne-size-fits-allSized to YOUR iron level, household size, well output
Backwash programmingFactory defaults — wrong for high ironProgrammed to YOUR water — saves 30-40% water
Bacterial controlIgnored — biofilm clogs system over timeTested + treated if needed (UV or chlorination)
True 5-year cost$1,200 install + $3,500 replacements + ruined softener$3,500-6,500 installed, lasts 15+ years

Signs your well water needs treatment.

  • Orange or reddish-brown stains in toilets, bathtubs, sinks — even just-cleaned
  • White laundry comes out with yellow-orange tinge
  • Rotten-egg smell from hot water, sometimes cold too
  • Metallic taste in drinking water or coffee
  • Black slime building up in toilet tanks or showerheads
  • Well pump runs constantly or pressure drops over time
  • Copper pipes show green corrosion or develop pinhole leaks
  • Whole house has "well water" smell visitors comment on
If 2+ apply, you likely have iron above the EPA secondary standard of 0.3 mg/L. We test on-site free.

What we've seen in 100+ Palm Beach well water installs.

Field data from Acreage / Loxahatchee / Jupiter Farms

Well water in this region is consistently worse than typical Florida wells.

9 of 10
Acreage / Loxahatchee wells exceed EPA iron secondary standard
60%
Of wells we test also have measurable hydrogen sulfide (rotten egg)
400+ PPM
Typical hardness — among the highest in Florida

Peak Water has tested and treated well water across every major neighborhood in western Palm Beach County. We know the exact aquifer conditions, the right system sequencing, and which corner-cutting installs are causing problems we then have to fix. If a competitor quoted you a "$2,000 fix-it-all" for your well — get a second opinion.

What a well water install actually costs.

Typical full stack — Palm Beach western well (3-4 bath home)
Free written quote after on-site test. No surprise fees.
Aeration tank + pump (where needed for sulfur or high iron)
Essential for proper iron oxidation. Most companies skip this.
$700-1,100
Iron filter (Clack valve + catalytic media)
Automatic backwash, programmed for your iron level and household usage.
$1,400-2,000
Water softener (downstream of iron filter)
10"×54" Clack softener — protects from remaining hardness after iron treatment.
$1,400-1,900
Install labor (4-6 hrs — full system)
Well water installs are bigger projects. Plumbing, electrical, drain, commissioning.
$700-1,300
UV sterilization (if bacteria detected — about 20% of wells)
Added if test reveals bacterial indicators.
+$650-900
Workmanship + manufacturer warranties
Workmanship from us, Clack 5-7 year valve warranty.
Included
Total installed
$3,500-6,500
Wells without sulfur or with low iron can run $2,500-4,000 (no aeration needed). Exact quote requires on-site water test — wells vary enormously even on the same street.

What makes our well water systems different.

Well water systems are not interchangeable with municipal water systems. The contaminants, flow rates, and bacterial loads are completely different. We design systems specifically for Palm Beach well conditions — not pull-it-off-a-shelf solutions.

Aeration for Iron + Sulfur

Pre-treatment oxidizes dissolved iron and sulfur so they can be filtered out. Most companies skip this — it's the difference between working and not.

Catalytic Iron Filter Media

Specialized media that captures oxidized iron and self-cleans via backwash. No chemicals required for most wells.

Clack-Equipped Control Valves

Programmed backwash cycles based on YOUR water — not factory defaults. Saves water and keeps media performing.

Stacked with Softener

Iron treatment first, then softener. Reverse it and you'll destroy your softener in 18 months. We design the stack right.

What's included in your install.

  • Free on-site well water test — iron, sulfur, hardness, pH, TDS, bacteria indicators
  • Custom system design — specifically for your well output and contamination levels
  • Aeration tank where needed — essential for sulfur and high iron — most companies skip this
  • Iron filter with Clack valve — automatic backwash, programmable for your usage
  • Softener stacked properly — downstream of iron filter to protect the resin
  • Full system commissioning — we don't leave until everything tests clean at the kitchen tap
  • Workmanship warranty — from us, plus Clack manufacturer warranty on valves

How a well water install actually goes.

1

Free same-day quote

We come out, test the raw well water on-site, and identify exactly what's wrong before recommending anything.

2

Custom system design

Based on your iron level, sulfur presence, hardness, and household demand. Not a one-size kit.

3

Install in 4-6 hours

Well water systems are bigger projects than city water. We handle electrical, plumbing, and drain.

4

Clean water + verified results

We test the treated water before we leave. No more orange stains by next week's laundry.

Well water FAQ.

How much does a well water treatment system cost?
Full stacks (iron + sulfur + softener) typically run $3,500-$6,500 installed for Palm Beach County homes. Single-issue systems (just iron, or just softener) are less. See the cost breakdown above. Free written quote after on-site test.
Do I need to test for bacteria too?
Yes — we always check for bacterial indicators. If your well has bacterial contamination, you need UV sterilization or chlorination added to the stack. We'll tell you and explain options. Don't trust any company that doesn't check.
How often does the iron filter need maintenance?
Automatic backwash handles most maintenance. The media itself lasts 5-7 years in Palm Beach wells before replacement. We service it annually as part of membership plans, or you can call us as needed.
My well water smells fine but stains everything. Do I still need sulfur treatment?
Probably not — that's pure iron without sulfur. Easier and cheaper to treat. We'll confirm with the on-site test.
Will this work with my existing well pump and pressure tank?
In almost all cases, yes. We work with your existing well infrastructure and add treatment downstream. If your pump or tank is undersized for adding treatment, we'll let you know — but it's rare.

Well water customers also need:

These usually go together for full well water treatment.

Water Softeners

Well water hardness is severe. Almost always part of the stack.

Reverse Osmosis

Final polish for drinking water from your treated well.

Membership Plan

Well systems need scheduled service. Set it and forget it.

Clear Water, From Your Well.

Book your free same-day quote. We come out, test your raw well water, and give you a no-pressure recommendation. If we can install same-day, we will.

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