Lancaster whole house water filtration system

Lancaster whole house water filtration system

Whole House Water Filtration Solutions

There are different types and sizes of whole house water filtration systems available to address the various types of potential water quality issues experienced in Lancaster well water or town water. Not only is matching the right technology important, but also sizing the system to meet the water usage demands of your home is also key. Additionally, a professionally plumbed system is also critical as well as maintenance of the system throughout the years to optimize the useful life and proper functioning of your new equipment.

While symptoms of water quality issues such as bad odors & taste, staining of laundry, bathroom fixtures, etc. are indicators of problems, the preferred starting point is to get a water test to identify the minerals or contaminants in the water and at what quantity they exist.  This will lead to an effective system recommendation and route to providing your home with excellent water quality.  While certain minerals & contaminants can be tested on-site, health threat items like radon in water, arsenic in water, nitrates and others should be properly sampled and brought to a certified laboratory for testing that requires specialized equipment.

WATER SOFTENERS – Hard water, Iron & Manganese

Lancaster whole house water filtration system

Water Softener & Sediment Filter

A water softener is a type of whole house water filtration system that is designed for removing hard water minerals (magnesium & calcium) as well as dissolved iron and manganese from the water. For water with high levels of iron or manganese (“the stainers”), an “up-flow” water softener is recommended to prevent mineral build-up in the bottom of the water softener. Also, high efficiency water softeners that are more efficient with both water and salt usage are preferred. For information on hard water, see the link at hard water usgs.

WHOLE HOUSE WATER FILTRATION – Radon & Arsenic in private wells

Other contaminants found in New England well water include Radon and Arsenic. A water softener will not remove these health threat contaminants. Radon in water is safely removed with an aeration system that agitates the incoming well water, releasing the gas from the water in a sealed chamber. This gas is then safely vented to the outside ambient air.

Lancaster whole house water filtration system

Radon in Water Filtration

Arsenic in water can be removed at the point of entry into the home by installing tanks filled with arsenic specific resin that captures the arsenic before it can get into the home’s water supply.  Point of use systems for drinking water can use reverse osmosis technology to effectively remove arsenic as well. Speak to a water treatment professional to decide which system is right for you.

Lancaster whole house water filtration system

Twin Arsenic system with Ozone

BAD ODORS & TASTES IN WATER

In addition to the above systems described, there are many other types of systems to remove bad tastes & odors, sediment and many other objectionable minerals and contaminants in the water. If you are experiencing a rotten egg smell in your water, this is likely Hydrogen Sulfide Gas which can be removed through aeration, ozone or specific water filtration media, depending on the level. Starting with a water test & analysis will dictate the right approach. For more detailed information on bad tastes and odors in your water, see the link at https://h2ocare.com/bad-odor-taste/.

Lancaster whole house water filtration system
Lancaster whole house water filtration system

H2O Care is an established Massachusetts based full service water filtration and testing organization, originally formed in 1989 with offices in Stow, Middleton & Lakeville, MA. See our published articles in Water Technology Magazines at http://h2ocare.com/pub. Contact us at  or 800-539-1100.   

Lancaster whole house water filtration system

Whole House Filtration

How much does it cost to install a water filtration system in a house?

$1,400 – $2,100, Installed Most homeowners pay $1,400 – $2,100 for water filtration system installed by a pro. The cost ranges from about $360 for a basic DIY system to more than $3,500 for a professionally installed system with advanced filtration features.

Is whole house filter worth it?

Whole-house systems with carbon filters are the most economical option, and they also require the least maintenance. These filters generally don't need to be replaced for at least three years, and they remove one of the most common contaminants: chlorine, which reduces the chance of poor-tasting water.

How much do home filtration systems cost?

The average cost of a whole-house filtration system can range between $2500-$5000, while whole house water softeners may cost between $2000-$4000. Although other water filtration systems that provide filtration as well as water softening when installed may cost up to $9000 or more.

Can you drink water from a whole house water filter?

A whole house water filters will make your water safer to drink, but only a reverse osmosis (RO) water system can provide truly safe drinking water. Still your whole house filter will provide you with some level of protection, which is an improvement over untreated tap water.