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HydroSource Direct
Albany
Johnstown, NY — Serving the Capital District & Mohawk Valley
Operated by Tim Canavan — a certified water professional with over 10 years of hands-on experience. We come to you, test your water for free, and install the right solution on the spot.
Free In-Home Water Testing — We Come to You!
Water Treatment Made Simple
Tim handles everything from testing to installation — no guesswork, no hassle.
Free Water Test
Call to schedule and Tim will come to your home with professional testing equipment. He analyzes your water for hardness, iron, pH, TDS, chlorine, and more — at no charge.
Expert Recommendation
Based on your water test results, Tim recommends the right HydroSource Direct system for your specific water problems. No upselling — just the right solution from a certified professional.
Professional Installation
Tim installs quality equipment on-site, walks you through how it works, and ensures everything runs perfectly before he leaves. Ongoing support always available.
Meet Tim & Angela Canavan
Tim Canavan
Water Treatment Specialist
Angela Canavan
Customer Relations & Operations
Tim is a trusted local professional with over 10 years of hands-on experience in construction, renovations, and water systems. He served as Lead Technician on a 6,000-meter installation project and with the Gloversville Water Department, earning his NYS Grade D Water Operator Certification and operating a treatment plant serving over 18,000 residents.
His background spans water system repairs, leak detection, and full treatment plant operations. Tim understands water from source to tap — giving homeowners confidence that their system is designed and installed correctly the first time.
Angela is the heart of HydroSource Direct Albany's customer experience. She manages all inbound inquiries, appointment scheduling, and post-installation follow-ups — ensuring every homeowner feels heard and taken care of from the very first call through the life of their system.
Together, Tim and Angela bring a personal, family-first approach to every project. When you call, you're not reaching a call center — you're reaching your neighbors who genuinely care about the quality of your water and your family's health.
NYS Certified Water Operator
Led a 6,000-meter water system installation
Straight-talking, no-pressure consultations
First point of contact for every customer
Keeps every project on schedule
Dedicated to responsive, personal service
NYS Grade D
Water Operator Certified
10+ Years
Hands-On Experience
18,000+
Residents Served
Service Area (~1 Hour Radius)
* Serving from Saratoga in the north, the Capital District (Albany, Schenectady, Troy) to the southeast, and the Mohawk Valley (Utica) to the west.
Our Solutions
Comprehensive water treatment for every need — from whole-home protection to point-of-use purification, plus premium Strong Spas.
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Water Softeners
Eliminate hard water throughout your entire home. Our HSD PRO series softeners protect appliances, eliminate scale buildup, and deliver soft, silky water to every tap. Available in 32K, 48K, and 64K grain configurations.
- 32K, 48K, 64K grain options
- Lifetime ceramic valve warranty
- 10-year all-components warranty
- Metered regeneration — saves salt
- Professional installation included
Salt-Free Descalers
Prevent scale without salt, chemicals, or electricity. Our TAC technology transforms hardness minerals so they can't stick to surfaces — ideal for those who want soft-water benefits without a traditional softener.
- No salt, chemicals, or electricity
- TAC crystallization technology
- Zero wastewater discharge
- Eco-friendly whole-home protection
- Available in SF16, SF20, SF30
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Reverse Osmosis Systems
High-performance under-sink purification that removes up to 99% of contaminants — including lead, chlorine, nitrates, fluoride, and pharmaceuticals. Crystal-clear drinking water straight from the tap.
- Removes 99%+ of contaminants
- NSF/ANSI 58 certified membranes
- 600 GPD tankless option available
- Dedicated faucet included
- Professional installation included
Strong Spas
American-made premium hot tubs built for the Northeast climate. Strong Spas are engineered for energy efficiency, durability, and hydrotherapy performance — backed by industry-leading warranties.
- Made in the USA
- Energy-efficient insulation systems
- Hydrotherapy jet configurations
- Available in multiple collections
- Professional delivery & installation
The HydroSource Direct Albany Difference
Free Water Testing
Tim comes to your home with professional equipment and tests your water at no charge — no strings attached.
NYS Certified Operator
Tim holds a New York State Grade D Water Operator Certification — real credentials, not just sales training.
Industry-Best Warranty
Lifetime ceramic valve warranty + 10-year all-components coverage. We stand behind every system we install.
In-Person Service
Tim shows up, tests the water, recommends the right solution, and installs it himself. Real people, real service.
Book Your Free
Water Test Today
Call or fill out the form and Tim will schedule a convenient time to visit your home. He'll test your water, explain what he finds in plain language, and recommend the right solution — with no pressure and no obligation.
Call Tim Today
Schedule your free in-home water test
[email protected]
Email Tim anytime
Johnstown, NY
Serving the Capital District & Mohawk Valley
Business Hours
- Monday – Friday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- SundayClosed
* Appointments outside regular hours available upon request.