Culligan Water Systems

HistoryCulligan was founded in 1936 by Emmett Culligan. With $50.00 in his pocket and with additional money financed by his brother, Dr. John M. Culligan, and his sister, Anna V. Culligan, Emmett Culligan set up the Culligan Zeolite Company with his brothers, Drs. John and Leo Culligan, as partners. They started the new business in Jack McLaughlin's Blacksmith Shop at Northbrook, Illinois. Emmett perforated the bottom of a coffee can and used greensand to make his own water filter. Upon running water through his device, he discovered that the filter also behaved as a water softener. By 1938, the first Culligan franchised dealership opened in Wheaton, Illinois, followed by another in Hagerstown, Maryland. As time went on his business grew. In 1945, Emmett dissolved the partnership with his brothers and a new company was incorporated. Emmett was President until 1950 when he became Chairman of the Board and Harold Werhane was made President. In 1962 the name was changed to Culligan, IncorporatedSpecialtiesWater Filtration & Treatment and Drinking Water Distribution - We offer Military Discount - Fill Station Self Service - Water Coolers - Water Bottles - Lids - Salt for Water Softener - TDS meters - Free water testing for your house - We have Customer Service and Technicians to help with all questions.

Culligan offers a variety of water services including water softening, water filtration and water testing. These services can be installed at a home or business. Contact your local Culligan man today!