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PuraSoft in Chester NJ services All Of Northern New Jersey

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Our Chester NJ Office Service Area

We service these New Jersey Counties. Bergen County, Passaic County, Sussex County, Morris County,  Union County, Essex County, Warren County, Somerset County, Hunterdon County, and Middlesex County.

The primary water source in these northern New Jersey Counties is well water drawn from the notorious Buried Valley Aquifer (BVA) System. This water supply faces critical problems including rapid overpumping, significant water level declines, and high vulnerability to synthetic chemicals like PFAS contamination and salt water intrusion.

Morris County

  • Chatham (Borough & Township):Draws all its water from the BVA via deep wells.
  • East Hanover: Entirely within the BVA aquifer’s recharge zone and a primary user.
  • Florham Park: Relies on the BVA for its local water supply.
  • Madison: Draws 100% of its drinking water from BVA wells.
  • Morristown & Morris Township: These municipalities are listed as significant users of the BVA  system.
  • Parsippany-Troy Hills: Uses the BVA as a primary groundwater source.
  • Hanover: Obtains their water primarily from the Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (SMCMUA), which sources water from the Clyde Potts Reservoir and the Brunswick Aquifers
  • East Hanover: Obtains their water primarily from the Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (SMCMUA), which sources water from the Clyde Potts Reservoir and the Brunswick Aquifers
  • Harding Township: Obtains their water primarily 75% from private individual wells and the remainder from Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (SMCMUA).
  • Montville: Over 90% of Montville Township’s drinking water is sourced from the Towaco Valley Aquifer.
  • Morris Plains:
  • Long Hill Township:

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Essex County

  • East Orange: Operates numerous wells in the BVA located on its Water Reserve.
  • Livingston: Served by public water systems like NJ American Water that draw from the BVA.
  • Millburn: A major user of the aquifer’s unconfined groundwater.
  • The Caldwells: Including Caldwell, North Caldwell, and West Caldwell
  • Essex Fells: The Essex Fells Water Utility sources its drinking water primarily from the regional Buried Valley Aquifer system. The utility treats groundwater and has specifically constructed a treatment facility to manage contaminants like PFOA.
  • Fairfield: Fairfield obtains a portion of its water from groundwater sources within the Passaic River watershed. historical contamination from sites like the Caldwell Trucking Company—which impacted local wells with VOCs and TCE—has necessitated strict, regulated monitoring of groundwater usage
  • Irvington: Irvington water is primarily supplied surface water from the Passaic River.
  • Maplewood: Maplewood sources its drinking water primarily from the regional Buried Valley Aquifer system
  • Roseland: The Borough of Roseland Water System is owned by the borough but is supplied with water purchased from the Borough of Essex Fells Water Utility.

West Orange: West Orange, NJ water is largely sourced from Wanaque Reservoir and Passaic River.

Union County

  • Summit: Summit is one of the major municipalities drawing from the BVA system.
  • New Providence: New Providence sources its drinking water primarily from the regional Buried Valley Aquifer system.
  • Berkeley Heights: Berkeley Heights receives its water supply primarily from the Raritan River, Millstone River, and the Delaware & Raritan Canal. New Jersey American Water is the main provider, responsible for infrastructure maintenance and upgrades.
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  • Springfield: Berkeley Heights receives its water supply primarily from the Raritan River, Millstone River, and the Delaware & Raritan Canal.

Summerset County

The Potomac-Raritan-Magothy (PRM) aquifer system is a vital, heavily pumped water source for NJ, DE, and VA, generally providing fresh water but facing significant water quality challenges. Major issues include high concentrations of iron and manganese, saltwater intrusion in areas like New Jersey, and contamination from industrial VOCs (volatile organic compounds) and agricultural runoff

Passaic County

  • Pequannock Township:  Obtains its primary water source from three wells in the northern section of the BVA. 

Why Is It Important

  • Maintaining Water Quality:
    Sediments in water can carry harmful contaminants, including heavy metals, bacteria, and organic pollutants. Removing them ensures clean and safe water for drinking, irrigation, and industrial processes.

  • Protecting Equipment and Infrastructure:
    Accumulated dissolved dirt  can lead to blockages, corrosion, and wear and tear on pipes, valves, and machinery. Removal extends the lifespan of these systems.

  • Enhancing Efficiency:
    In-home appliances are affected by city water or private well water and will reduce the efficiency of water heaters, dishwashers and other equipment. Cleaning improves operational performance and reduces energy consumption.

Benefits of Safe, Soft, Pollution Free Water

  • Improved Health and Safety:
    Clean water systems free from dissolved dirt, PFOAS, Sulfur Gas, Rust that reduce the risk of waterborne illnesses and ensure compliance with safety standards.

  • Cost Savings:
    Preventing damage to equipment and infrastructure avoids costly repairs and replacements. Additionally, efficient systems reduce energy and operational costs.

  • Better Performance:
    Your clothes washer, dish washer, water heater and any domestic systems operate more smoothly when free of scale and dirt improving efficiency and reducing downtime.

  • Aesthetic and Functional Benefits:
    Will bathroom sinks, bathtub, and shower look showroom perfect in ten years or will you have to replace them at a staggering price because you failed to clean the water. Removing scale from surfaces like kitchen, bathrooms, pools, or fountains improves both their appearance and usability.

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Terry Knight
4 years ago
I had a great experience working with Bill. He tested the water in my new home shortly after I moved in. I knew I needed a new system since it was new construction and I have well water for the first time. He delivered the purification system and it was installed successfully. I no longer have a sulphur smell and the water tastes great right from the tap! Highly Recommend working with Purasoft.
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Ian O'Boyle
5 years ago
My new homes water smelt like fish! Purasoft was able to quickly instal a whole home water purifier and remove the odor. Quick service
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MAUREEN LICATA
5 years ago
We moved into a new house and discovered our well water smelled awful like rotten eggs. Bill came to the house and showed us the PuraSoft house filter and we purchased the system and are now enjoying delicious water right from our tap. Bill was very responsive to questions and phone calls and we couldn't be happier.
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Michael Van Steyn
5 years ago
Great experience on everything from demo to install. Happy we switched.... Keep up the great work... Bill was the consummate pro! Best, MVS
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Amy Maier
5 years ago
Bill was great. He took the time to walk me through the set up over the phone. After my husband messed it up.

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Bergen County Water

Water Systems

Veolia Northern New Jersey System.
Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC):.
Various Municipal Systems, Saddle Brook, Garfield, and Ho-Ho-Kus use surface water. Mahwah and Ramsey use well water from the Brunswick aquifer system and the Ramapo River Valley Aquifer both rated very hard with high manganese.

Water Hardness: Bergen County water is generally
considered “hard,” typically around 15 grains per gallon (gpg)
PFAS (“Forever Chemicals”): Some areas in Bergen County have historically recorded high levels of PFAS

Because of recent ground water changes as of 2025, water softener over 2 years old in Bergen County on community well systems or private wells no longer produce soft water.
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Essex County Water

Water Systems

Water in Essex County, NJ, comes from a mix of surface water reservoirs and Buried Valley Aquifer (BVA) System
Major sources include the North Jersey District Water Supply Commission (Wanaque Reservoir), the Delaware and Raritan (D&R) Canal, and local underground

Water Hardness: Essex County water is generally
considered “very hard,” typically around 18 grains per gallon (gpg).

PFAS (“Forever Chemicals”): Some areas in Essex County have historically recorded high levels of PFAS

Morris County Water

Water Systems

Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MCMUA)
MCMUA and The Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority use (SMCMUA) operate a major water system utilizing eight deep wells in two well fields, the Buried Valley Aquifer System, Alamatong Wellfield and Flanders Valley supplying water to municipalities, water companies, and residents in Morris County, NJ.

Water Hardness: Morris County water is generally
considered “very hard,” typically around 18 grains per gallon (gpg).

PFAS (“Forever Chemicals”): Some areas in Morris County have historically recorded high levels of PFAS

Passaic County Water

Water Systems

Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC):.
Various Municipal Systems:.Lodi – Passaic River, North Arlington – Passaic River, High Crest – Kakeout Reservoir, and Post Brook – wells

Water Hardness: Passaic County water is generally
considered “not hard,” typically around 5 grains per gallon (gpg),except for Post Brook

PFAS (“Forever Chemicals”): Some areas in Passaic County have historically recorded high levels of PFAS

Somerset County Water

Water Systems

In Somerset County NJ, Warren, Bernards Township & Bernardsville, Rocky Hill Borough and Franklin draw their water from the Buried Valley Aquifer (BVA) System, while a significant portion in the upper Raritan River watershed, relies on private wells for drinking water.
According to the Raritan Headwaters Association, 80% of households in the upper watershed area across Somerset, Hunterdon, and Morris counties use private wells
Water supplier is The NJ American Water (NJAW)

Union County Water

Water Systems

In Union County, NJ, Summit, New Providence, and Clark draw their water from the Buried Valley Aquifer (BVA) System, while the rest draw their water from a mix of the (BVA) and the Raritan River, Millstone River, and the Delaware & Raritan Canal
Water supplier iis the The NJ American Water (NJAW) Raritan System,
Contamination Issues: In October 2021, reports identified that water from the Park Avenue Treatment Plant—serving areas including Clark and Rahway—exceeded state limits for PFAS chemicals, which is often a concern for well-dependent systems.

Water Hardness: Essex County water is generally
considered “hard,” typically around 10 – 18 grains per gallon (gpg).

PFAS (“Forever Chemicals”): Some areas in Union County have historically recorded high levels of PFAS

Middlesex County Water

Water Systems

Middlesex Water Company.
Primary sources include the Delaware and Raritan (D&R) Canal, The Brunswick aquifer system, and localized wellfields, rated very hard with high manganese.

Water Hardness: Middlesex County water is generally
considered “hard,” typically around 15 grains per gallon (gpg)
PFAS (“Forever Chemicals”): Some areas in Middlesex County have historically recorded high levels of PFAS

The Brunswick aquifer system in New Jersey generally provides hard, fresh, and slightly alkaline water, but it is highly vulnerable to localized contamination, including PFAS, VOCs, and saltwater intrusion. While often compliant with federal standards, the water often contains high levels of dissolved solids and requires treatment for contaminants.

Because of recent ground water changes as of 2025, water softeners over 2 years old in Bergen County on community well systems or private wells no longer produce soft water.