City water departments provide safe drinking water, but many homeowners are on a well system or prefer the peace of mind that comes with whole-house water filtration. Home Comfort Experts understand the importance of clean, healthy water. Our technicians install and repair whole-house filter systems to meet your needs.
Filtration vs Softening: Which Problem Do You Have?
Water softeners treat hardness, and water filtration targets other water-quality concerns.
This means:
- Water Filtration: depending on the treatment technology, filtration systems can address concerns such as sediment, iron, chlorine, certain dissolved contaminants, tastes and odors, or microorganisms.
- Water Softener: treats mineral buildup resulting in faded laundry, stained glassware, and dry skin.
Whole-home treatment systems can combine filtration and softening for homes dealing with hard-water issues alongside other treatment needs.
Whole-House Filtration Options
Whole-house filters, also known as point-of-entry (POE) water filters, are installed at the main water line entering your home, usually in your basement or crawl space. POE systems filter all the water entering your home, not just at a single faucet. This protects your entire household, including your drinking water, showers, laundry, and appliances.
POE whole-house water filtration systems are especially well-suited for homes with wells and homes with hard water issues. Below are the different types of whole-house filters.
Types of Whole-House Filtration
Your Home Comfort Experts technician can discuss your best options and recommend a custom filtration method.
- Sediment Filtration: This method captures suspended particles such as dirt and rust from your water. Sediment filters are often installed as a first stage in a whole-house filtration system to improve water clarity and help protect downstream filters.
- Activated Carbon Filtration: This method uses a carbon filter, such as a carbon block or granular activated carbon, to reduce impurities like chlorine, unpleasant tastes and odors, and some volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
- Reverse Osmosis System: RO uses a semi-permeable membrane to reduce many dissolved contaminants. It is commonly used for drinking water at a specific faucet, although larger whole-home systems may be appropriate in certain situations based on water testing and household needs.
- Distillation: This process boils water to produce steam, which is then condensed back into liquid. Distillation removes most contaminants but can also remove beneficial minerals.
- Ion Exchange: This method uses a resin to exchange unwanted ions, like calcium and magnesium in hard water, for other, more desirable ions. Ion exchange is effective for water softening but may not address other contaminants.
- Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection: UV systems use ultraviolet light to inactivate certain bacteria and other microorganisms. They are typically used alongside other treatment methods and require appropriate water conditions, sizing, and maintenance.
Installation and Maintenance
Home Comfort Experts understand the importance of clean, healthy water. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range of water filtration system solutions for residential and commercial customers. Count on us for expert water filtration system installation, repair, and maintenance services in Mishawaka (South Bend), Fort Wayne, Valparaiso, Indiana, and Niles, Michigan.
Water Filtration System Installation
Our certified plumbers can install a variety of water filtration systems tailored to your specific needs and water source. We’ll assess your water quality and help determine the right treatment approach, whether you need filtration at a specific faucet or a point-of-entry system that treats water as it enters your home.
Water Filtration System Repair & Maintenance
Regular maintenance helps ensure your filtration system operates as intended. We provide water filter replacements, system cleaning, and water filter repairs to address problems and keep your equipment running smoothly. Our technicians can service your filtration system and help determine when components need attention or replacement.
Water Testing Service
Not sure what may be affecting your water quality? We provide water testing services to identify impurities and test for water hardness. Based on the results, our water treatment specialists can recommend a filtration system suited to your home's water quality, water source, and specific treatment needs.
How Much Does Water Filtration Cost?
Whole-house water filtration ranges from around $800 to 3,500+, depending on factors such as:
- Type of Filtration System: Different filtration types require different equipment and installation costs.
- Home Size: Larger homes may require systems with greater capacity and higher flow rates.
- Water Quality: The contaminants present determine which filtration technologies you need.
- Installation Complexity: Larger or more complex systems, difficult-to-access installation areas, and additional labor can increase installation costs.
Your Home Comfort Experts technician can provide an upfront quote to help you plan for your new whole-home filtration system.
Schedule Whole House Water Filtration
Home Comfort Experts offer professional whole-house water filtration system installation, repair, and maintenance services in Mishawaka (South Bend), Fort Wayne, Valparaiso, Indiana, and Niles, Michigan. Schedule a water quality assessment today to see whether your water supply needs treatment. We’ll find the right water filtration solution for your needs and budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
A whole house water filter system can be worth it if you want to treat water throughout your home rather than at a single faucet. These systems filter water as it enters the home, providing treated water for drinking, cooking, bathing, laundry, and appliances.
Yes. Whole house water filters can effectively address specific water quality concerns when the right filtration technology is used. Depending on the system, filtration can target chlorine, unpleasant tastes and odors, certain chemicals, dissolved contaminants, or microorganisms. Water testing can help determine which treatment method fits your water supply.
Whole-house water filters require ongoing maintenance, including filter replacements, system cleaning, and occasional repairs. The appropriate system also depends on your water source and the contaminants or water-quality issues you need to address, so one filtration method may not solve every problem.
Replacement frequency depends on the filtration system, filter media, household water use, and water quality. Some cartridges require relatively frequent replacement, while tanks, media, membranes, UV lamps, and other components follow different maintenance schedules. Your water-treatment system’s manufacturer recommendations and actual water conditions should determine the service schedule.
Water testing is one of the best ways to determine which treatment system is appropriate. Different systems address different water-quality concerns, so identifying hardness, iron, sediment, microorganisms, dissolved contaminants, or other issues can help avoid installing equipment that does not address the actual problem.
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