Brandon's Home for Water Softeners
and Filters

Brandon water quality often faces our share of water filtration and treatment issues:

Brandon gets its water from Tampa Bay Water utility source, which has a diverse supply network. The water in the region is blended from three different sources: groundwater, river water, and desalinated seawater. Tampa Bay Water is unique in the United States for utilizing these three sources of water combined. Their facilities include a 120 million gallons per day (mgd) surface water treatment plant, a 25 mgd Tampa Bay Seawater Desalination Plant, a 15.5-billion gallon reservoir, and 120 mgd permitted capacity of groundwater from wells.

According to Tampa Bay Water’s 2024 Water Quality Report, the following regulated contaminants were detected in the regional supply, all within safe, legal limits set by the EPA and FDEP:

Although the water meets regulatory standards, many Brandon homeowners choose to test their tap water to identify potential issues from plumbing, aging pipes, or additional contaminants that may not be addressed by citywide treatment.

Yes. Brandon’s water complies with all state and federal safety guidelines, and the Tampa Bay Water system is one of the most closely monitored in the country. However, “safe” doesn’t always mean clean-tasting or contaminant-free. Trace amounts of disinfection byproducts, metals, and even microcontaminants can still be present, especially in older homes with outdated plumbing.

To ensure your home’s water is truly safe, we recommend scheduling a free water test through Culligan. This provides personalized insight into your tap water’s condition and identifies any hidden risks that standard utility testing may overlook.

Tampa’s drinking water, sourced mainly from the Hillsborough River, varies in hardness throughout the year. During the wet season, levels tend to be lower, while the dry season brings higher concentrations. On average, hardness ranges from 140 to 300 parts per million (ppm), or roughly 8 to 17 grains per gallon (with 1 grain per gallon equal to 17.2 ppm). By EPA standards, any water over 120 ppm is considered hard. A home water softener system can help protect plumbing, improve efficiency, and enhance your overall water experience.

Tampa Bay Water participated in the EPA’s latest Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 5) testing for PFAS in 2023–2024. While trace amounts of some PFAS compounds were detected, none exceeded the EPA’s new maximum contaminant levels (MCLs).

That said, PFAS, often called “forever chemicals,” are persistent and widespread. Even low levels can raise concern for some households. The best way to reduce PFAS exposure is through a certified filtration system.

Yes. Brandon’s water system no longer adds fluoride following Hillsborough County’s 2025 phase-out of municipal fluoridation programs.

The amount of fluoride found in Brandon’s water typically remains below 0.5 ppm, less than what’s recommended for dental health. If you’re concerned about fluoride exposure or want to remove it entirely, Culligan offers advanced reverse osmosis systems designed to do just that.

Brandon’s water comes from Tampa Bay Water, which blends the following sources:

The system includes a 15.5-billion-gallon reservoir, a 120 MGD surface water treatment plant, and a 25 MGD desalination facility. Water quality is monitored and adjusted daily, ensuring safe delivery, but taste and hardness can still vary depending on seasonal and environmental conditions.

If you’re experiencing any of the following signs, a water softener can help:

Culligan softeners are designed to handle Brandon’s specific water hardness and can be professionally installed and maintained by our local team.

Although Brandon’s water is legally safe, many residents choose filtration systems to improve taste and protect their health. A water filter can:

Culligan offers under-sink reverse osmosis systems, whole-house filtration, and customized solutions based on your home’s unique needs.

Culligan is Brandon’s leader for bottled water delivery for office and home. We also offer many different models of water dispensers and ice machines. All you need to do is let us know how many people are in your home or office, or how many gallons of water you need, and we’ll contact you with accurate pricing. Benefits of Culligan bottled water delivery include:

You can access the full 2024 Tampa Bay Water Quality Report here.

Whether you’re concerned about hard water, PFAS, or just want to improve the taste of your tap, Culligan of Tampa can help. Our Brandon team offers free home water testing, system recommendations, and professional installation.

Because Brandon relies so heavily on water from the Hillsborough River, water quality is closely connected the seasonal changes and variations of the river itself. So when there’s high water and runoff, for example, the treatment needs and challenges are different than dry season issues. As a result,  the water quality in and around Tampa Bay is subject to change, sometimes dramatically. Tampa has also had its share of contamination scares, as chemicals linked to cancers have been found in the supply as recently as 2017. 

And while the city of Tampa is well equipped to handle and treat water to safe, legal levels, the safest way is always to have your home’s water tested. With a home water test, you can find out what may be in your water, and your local Culligan Man can recommend the right solutions to get the best quality water for your home.

Residents all over Hillsborough, Pasco and Polk Counties trust Culligan to provide safe, fresh, and great tasting water. We proudly serve the communities of Apollo Beach, Bartow, Brandon, Carrollwood, Citrus Park, Clermont, Crystal Springs, Dade City, Davenport, Dover, Eagle Lake, Forte Meade, Frostproof, Gibsonton, Haines City, Kathleen, Lacoochee, Lake Hamilton, Lake Marion, Lake Wales, Lakeland, Land O Lakes, Lithia, Lutz, Mango, Mulberry, New Tampa, Odessa, Plant City, Poinciana, Polk City, Riverview, Ruskin, San Antonio, Seffner, St. Leo, Sun City Center, Sydney, Temple Terrace, Town N Country, Trilby, Valrico, Wesley Chapel, Winterhaven and Zephyrhills.