My Story: 10 Years of Engineering Pure Water

Hello, I’m Aleksandr Pavlov. I believe that a source of pure, safe water is the absolute foundation of a healthy and comfortable home. It’s a principle I’ve built my entire career on. After a decade of hands-on work designing, installing, and troubleshooting complex water treatment systems, I created this blog to share everything I’ve learned directly with you.

Aleksandr Pavlov, water purification expert and founder of this blog

More Than a Job: A Passion for Puzzles and People

My journey into water purification began in 2012. I was immediately drawn to it for three core reasons. First, the work felt genuinely meaningful—providing clean water brings immediate, profound value to people’s lives. It felt like a truly good deed. Second, it was a fascinating engineering puzzle. The more challenging the water quality, especially from private wells, the more interesting it was to design the perfect solution. And yes, the financial rewards for good, honest work were respectable.

But my mission became deeply personal when I experienced firsthand the challenges of living with contaminated water high in iron and hydrogen sulfide. Dealing with stained fixtures, unpleasant odors, and the constant worry about its safety taught me a powerful lesson: clean water isn’t a luxury; it’s the cornerstone of your family’s health and comfort.

I made it my mission to bring that security to others. I installed systems for all my relatives and friends, educating everyone I could about the importance of water quality as a direct investment in their long-term health. Many of them listened, and the results spoke for themselves.

A Decade in the Trenches: I’m a Practitioner, Not a Theorist

Between 2012 and 2022, my work was entirely hands-on. I wasn’t just reading manuals; I was solving real-world problems for my clients in Ukraine every single day.

Deep Analysis: My process always started with professional water testing and a deep dive into the lab results to understand the root cause of the problem.
Custom Design: I specialized in creating tailored solutions, from basic filters to advanced reverse osmosis systems, perfectly matched to each home’s unique water chemistry.
Creative Installation: I think of every installation as a unique work of art. I’ve engineered solutions for the most compact and awkward spaces, ensuring every system was not only effective but also perfectly and reliably installed. A system built to last prevents frustrating callbacks and wasted time.
Troubleshooting and Repair: I was often the person called to fix failing systems installed by others. This taught me to quickly identify design mistakes, understand why certain components fail, and recognize the tricks used by dishonest sellers. This experience gave me invaluable insight into what not to do.

I am proud that over 95% of my projects were successful, often bringing visible joy and relief to homeowners who had almost given up hope for good water.

My Credentials and Foundation

My foundation is a university degree in engineering from NTU “KhPI”, but my real education came from continuous, real-world learning. I constantly sought to upgrade my skills, attending industry seminars and earning certifications to stay at the forefront of water treatment technology. This dedication to my craft is a core part of who I am.

WaterNet
CERTIFICATE
of Expert in Filtration and Membrane Systems

Pavlov Aleksandr Bogdanovich

has successfully passed the qualification assessment for the level:
“Expert in Filtration and Membrane Systems” (E-FM)
at the WaterNet Water Treatment Academy

Date of issue: April 25, 2014
Valid until: April 25, 2017

Head of the Water Treatment Academy of the All-Ukrainian
Professional Public Organization
“Ukrainian Water Society WaterNet“

Maletskyi Z.V. (signature)

Stamp: Ukrainian Water Society WaterNet, Kyiv, Ukraine

I’ve poured all my years of hands-on experience into this blog to help you navigate the complex world of water treatment. My goal is to provide you with honest, independent, and in-depth knowledge. It’s important to understand that all information on this site is for educational and informational purposes only.

I share my expert opinion to help you make an informed decision. However, when it comes to installation, complex repairs, or any modification of your plumbing systems, I strongly recommend consulting and hiring a certified and licensed professional in your local area. Safety and compliance with local codes are paramount.

My Mission: To Empower You with Honest, Independent Expertise

Now, I want to bring this decade of practical knowledge to homeowners across the USA. My goal here is not to sell you a specific product or service. This blog is a completely independent resource. My mission is to empower you with unbiased, expert information, pulling back the curtain on the water treatment industry. I’ll share the “insider secrets,” the life hacks, and the hard-won lessons from my years in the field.

I want to help you:

Understand what’s really in your water.
Choose the right technology for your specific needs, not just the most expensive one.
Avoid costly mistakes and the pitfalls of misleading marketing.
Make confident, informed decisions to protect your family’s health.

Thank you for being here. I invite you to explore the articles, use my guides, and start your own journey to better water today.

Sincerely,
Aleksandr Pavlov

Featured Case Studies

A complete whole-house reverse osmosis (RO) system installed in a utility room, showing the RO unit, large blue water storage tank, and pre-treatment filters

Ultimate Purity with Whole-House RO

Case study of a multi-tank treatment system for well water, showing dual blue mineral tanks for aeration and softening next to a media filter

The Ultimate 5-in-1 Solution for Well Water & Pool

This case tackles the classic ‘problem well’ cocktail: extreme iron, manganese, hardness, and the ‘rotten egg’ smell. The mission was to design a single system to eliminate these issues at once, providing pristine water for both household use and the family’s swimming pool. Discover the powerful 5-in-1 solution, using advanced air-injection oxidation and a high-capacity softener, that transformed their problematic water into a trouble-free, crystal-clear supply.

A complete water filtration and softening system installed inside a very tight, underground concrete well pit, demonstrating a challenging installation

Taming a 40 mg/L Iron Beast in a Well Pit

This wasn’t just ‘high iron,’ this was one of the most extreme cases I’ve ever encountered: a staggering 40 mg/L. The challenge was twofold: design a system robust enough to handle this iron load, and then physically install it inside a cramped, underground well pit. Discover the multi-stage aeration, filtration, and softening process required to turn this iron-heavy water into a pure, usable source for a small home in the woods.

All Cases

Disclaimer

The information provided on trustwaterwell.com is for educational and informational purposes only. The author, Aleksandr Pavlov, shares knowledge based on personal experience in filtration and membrane technology, as well as publicly available data and research.

The content of this blog does not constitute professional installation advice or legal counsel and should not be treated as such. All product reviews, guides, recommendations, and articles are based on the author’s opinion and do not replace the need for consultation with a licensed professional.

Homeowners are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, state, and national laws, codes, and regulations regarding their water and treatment systems. It is strongly recommended to hire qualified and licensed contractors for any installation, maintenance, and repair of water treatment equipment.

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