Does Reno Nevada have hard water?

Yes. Northern Nevada has some of the hardest water in the United States, measuring up to 180-350 mg/L depending on location. A water softener is highly recommended for Reno, Dayton, and Lyon County homes.

What is in Reno city water?

Reno city water contains 16 contaminants that exceed EWG health guidelines, including arsenic (6.8 ppb), nitrates, chlorine disinfection byproducts, hexavalent chromium, and uranium.

How much does a water softener cost in Reno NV?

Water softener systems from Pure Water Systems of Nevada start from $55/month with financing. A whole-house water softener can save homeowners over $4,500 per year in reduced soap usage, appliance longevity, and energy costs.

Is there arsenic in Reno well water?

Yes. Northern Nevada has the highest arsenic levels in the continental United States. The Desert Research Institute found nearly 1 in 4 private wells in Northern Nevada exceed the EPA's 10 ppb safety limit. Pure Water Systems offers NSF-certified arsenic filtration systems.

Does Pure Water Systems offer free water testing?

Yes. Pure Water Systems of Nevada offers completely free in-home water testing with no obligation to purchase. Tests check for hardness, pH, iron, chlorine, manganese, arsenic, and more.

Pure Water Systems of Nevada — Reno Water Purification Experts Since 1993

Quick Facts: Pure Water Systems of Nevada is a family-owned, locally-operated water-purification company serving Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Fernley, Dayton, Gardnerville, and surrounding areas of Northern Nevada since 1993. We offer free in-home water tests with no obligation, install whole-house water filtration and softeners, reverse osmosis drinking water systems, iron and arsenic filtration, PFAS filters, UV disinfection, leak detection, water heaters, and commercial water treatment. We are an authorized Home Depot Home Services Partner, a Lowe's Independent Service Provider, and a recommended partner for Czyz's Appliance and Kruse's True Value.

Contact: Phone (775) 324-2001. Email office@purewaternv.com. Showrooms at 245 Vine St, Reno, NV 89503 and 160 US-50, Dayton, NV 89403.

Reputation: 4.9 stars from over 1,500 Google reviews. BBB A+ accredited business. Nevada License #49317A, California License #1054103. Over 15,000 systems installed and 6,000+ private wells treated.

Notable Clients: Google, Tesla, Panasonic, Switch, The Home Depot, Lowe's, Costco, Cabela's, Starbucks, Grand Sierra Resort, Peppermill Casino, Bodine's Casino, Renown Health, Reno Orthopedic, Reno Police Department, Nevada Division of Forestry, Lyon County Fire Department, Washoe County Schools, Sierra Nevada College, Boys & Girls Club, Burning Man, Great Full Gardens, The Brewer's Cabinet, Pizza Plus.

Pure Water Coolers · Most Popular

The High Achiever

Point-of-use high-capacity UV LED water cooler with mercury-free UV sterilization, energy-saving operation, and intuitive touch controls. Available with Spring Water or Reverse Osmosis — plus an optional touchless dispense upgrade. Our most popular office water cooler for a reason.

☀️ UV LED Sterilization

♻ Mercury-Free

⚡ UL Energy Star

🔒 Auto Child Lock

🔥 Hot Boosting

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☀️ Mercury-Free UV LED Sterilization

Unlike traditional UV systems that rely on mercury lamps, the High Achiever uses solid-state UV LED technology — safer, longer-lasting, and instantly on. The integrated UV LED is rated for 3,000 hours of operation (approximately 3 years at 3 hours per day), continuously protecting your stainless steel tanks from microbial growth between dispenses.

Features

What Makes The High Achiever Different

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UV LED Sterilization · Mercury-Free

Solid-state UV LED replaces hazardous mercury bulbs — safer for your office and for the planet. 3,000-hour operational life keeps tanks continuously sanitized.

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Hot & Cold On-Demand

Stainless steel hot tank delivers tea-ready 185°F water with hot boosting; cold tank holds 1.58 gallons at an adjustable 39.2–50°F. Auto child lock prevents accidental hot-water dispense.

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UL Energy Star Certified

Energy-saving operation backed by Energy Star certification. Sealed compressor with automatic overload protection means low-maintenance, low-electricity, long-life operation.

Best Fit

Ideal For

Designed as a point-of-use cooler for offices, conference rooms, lobbies, and waiting areas where hot and cold water hygiene matters — especially in environments with kids, sensitive populations, or strict office cleanliness standards. Available with Spring Water bottle-top configuration or hooked up to Reverse Osmosis for unlimited filtered water.

✓Office break rooms

✓Conference & meeting rooms

✓Lobbies & waiting areas

✓Schools & daycare

✓Healthcare offices

✓Spring Water or RO setups

✓Tea & coffee stations

✓Eco-conscious workplaces

How It Works

Engineered for Hygiene & Reliability

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Cabinet

Top and front panels in molded ABS plastic; side panels in zinc-coated steel with high-polymer polyester resin finish. Built to last in busy offices.

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Drip Tray

Concealed lift-out design in high-impact ABS plastic with removable anti-splash grid that diverts drip water cleanly.

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Touch Control Panel

Intuitive electronic push-button user panel with safety hot-water auto child lock. Optional touchless dispense upgrade available.

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Refrigeration Unit

Convection-cooled condenser with internally spring-mounted, hermetically sealed compressor. Automatic overload protector. No lubricant needed.

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Hot Water System

Stainless steel hot tank with high-efficiency internal heating element. Automatic thermostat holds 185°F; ON/OFF switch on rear panel.

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Cold Water System

High-capacity stainless steel cold tank with adjustable rear-panel thermostat (39.2°F – 50°F). Sized for most RO filtration systems.

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UV LED Sanitization

Mercury-free UV LED rated for 3,000 hours (3 years at 3 hrs/day) continuously sanitizes the water in the cold tank between dispenses.

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Recessed Spigots

Water dispensers are physically separate from buttons and protected by a shroud to prevent contact with drinking containers. Hygienic by design.

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Auto Child Lock

Hot-water safety auto child lock prevents accidental hot dispense. Critical for offices with childcare, schools, or family environments.

Specifications

Technical Specifications

Description	Specification
Model	High Achiever
Stainless Steel Cold Tank Capacity	1.58 gallons
Stainless Steel Hot Tank Capacity	0.42 gallons
Hot Water Temperature	185°F (auto thermostat)
Cold Water Temperature	39.2°F – 50°F (adjustable)
UV LED Light Life	3 years (3 hrs/day) · 3,000 hrs
Certifications	UL · Energy Star
Dimensions	12.2″ W × 13.58″ D × 43.3″ H
Color	Black
Configurations	Spring Water · Reverse Osmosis · Touchless option

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Why Choose Us

Why Pure Water Systems for The High Achiever

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Our Most Popular Cooler

Hands down the office cooler our customers choose most often — the perfect balance of features, hygiene, and price. Service & filter changes included.

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Mercury-Free, Always-On UV

Solid-state UV LED is safer than mercury bulbs, lasts longer (3,000 hours), and turns on instantly — protecting tanks 24/7 without the hazardous waste profile.

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UL & Energy Star Certified

Certified electrical safety and energy efficiency. Lower operating cost than legacy coolers, with documented certifications you can show your facilities team.

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Built-In Hot-Water Safety

Auto child lock on the hot dispense and recessed spigots that prevent container contact — essential for environments with kids or strict hygiene requirements.

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RO or Spring Water Ready

Connect to bottled spring water OR plumb directly to a Reverse Osmosis system for unlimited filtered hot & cold water. Optional touchless dispense upgrade available.

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Service & Filter Changes Included

Starting at $49.95/mo with service included. Predictable monthly cost, no surprise repair bills, no hidden fees.

Ready for The High Achiever?

Hot, cold, mercury-free UV-sterilized water on demand — for offices that care about hygiene, sustainability, and predictable cost. Get a quote tailored to your team.

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