PortaWell® exists to give families and communities peace of mind. In a world that depends entirely on electricity — where a grid failure, natural disaster, or contamination event can interrupt clean water for weeks or longer — you need a solution you can trust completely. That is why we build powered portable water filtration systems that are simple, rugged, and ready when you need them most.
PortaWell® began not as a business plan, but as a family project.
After a career in physics and engineering — from developing solid-state microwave devices in Silicon Valley to managing waste stabilization projects at a U.S. Department of Energy laboratory — Bob brought a lifetime of problem-solving experience to a very practical challenge: how to make clean, safe water anywhere without dependence on fragile infrastructure.
The result was the first PortaWell® prototype — designed to be robust, efficient, and field-repairable using common, non-proprietary components. It worked so well that friends and neighbors wanted one too. From there, a small family workshop in Utah grew into a company dedicated to preparedness, independence, and self-reliance.
Every PortaWell® system is engineered, assembled, and tested by our family. We take pride in craftsmanship, not mass production — ensuring every system leaving our shop is one we'd trust for our own use.
We purposely keep PortaWell® simple: no fragile plastics, no complicated electronics, and no proprietary filters. Most every part is field-repairable, readily available, and built to last. You'll spend less time worrying about maintenance and more time doing what matters.
We sell exclusively through myportawell.com — no middlemen or retail markups. That keeps PortaWell® affordable while letting us stand behind every system personally.
In 2023, PortaWell® received the "Cost-Effective Mitigation Product of the Year" award at Disaster Expo USA — recognition for doing what we've always believed in: building durable, practical tools that help people help themselves.
Our commitment to innovation and excellence was recognized at the Disaster ExpoUSA Convention, where PortaWell received the prestigious "Cost-effective Mitigation Product of the Year" award. This recognition validates our mission to provide reliable emergency water filtration solutions.
Disasters Expo USA Convention
Cost-effective Mitigation Product of the Year
From filter selection to troubleshooting, our small team is just an email or phone call away.
We listen to user feedback and regularly refine our designs and processes to keep PortaWell at the forefront of emergency water filtration.
Every component is chosen for longevity, reliability, and ease of replacement—so your PortaWell system remains an effective safeguard for years to come.
Thank you for trusting our family to protect yours. In an emergency, we will be by your side— because safe, drinkable water shouldn't be an afterthought; it should always be within reach.
