Advantage Water Conditioning, founded in 1982 by Ted Luehr, has been providing water treatment services to thousands of homes in the Flathead Valley for nearly four decades. Luehr, who was laid off from his job at the highway department in the 1980s, made a career change and transitioned to working in water treatment. Since then, the company has become a trusted provider of water treatment solutions in the region, with Luehr’s wife Stephanie and their five children all involved in the business.
One of the key factors that has contributed to Advantage Water Conditioning’s success is its focus on innovation and technology. According to Luehr, the water treatment industry is relatively young, only being around for about 90 years. However, he emphasized that the equipment used in water treatment has significantly improved over the years. This advancement in technology has allowed Advantage Water Conditioning to offer more efficient and convenient water treatment systems to its customers.
For example, the company sells fully automatic systems that use salt or potassium chloride, which run independently as long as they are plugged in. This makes it easier for customers to maintain their water treatment systems without having to manually adjust them on a regular basis.
Despite facing challenges and changes in the industry over the years, Advantage Water Conditioning has remained committed to providing top-notch customer service and building strong relationships with its clients. By adapting to new technologies and staying ahead of industry trends, the company has been able to establish itself as a trusted provider of water treatment services in the region. With a family-oriented approach to business, Advantage Water Conditioning continues to serve its community and meet the needs of its customers today.