HOUSTON WATER TREATMENT SERVICES

What Residential Water Treatment Solutions Are Available?

Several types of water treatment systems are available, each targeting different types of problems in different ways. The results of professional water testing will help determine the optimal solution. We will need to consider the specific impurities present in your water, how much filtration is needed, how a given system will fit into your home, and your budget, among other factors. 

Each system has strengths and limitations. Because every home is different, each job calls for a custom solution. Our team at Santhoff Plumbing is familiar with all major brands and models and can help you pick the best model for your home. We will help you understand why we are recommending what we are recommending by explaining how the system we are proposing works and giving you the information you need to feel confident about your decision.

Our Houston water treatment services include professional installation assistance with many popular solutions, including:

• Activated carbon filters. Activated carbon filters are ideal for removing chlorine, which is often used in municipal water supplies to disinfect drinking water but can give it an unpleasant taste or smell if not removed beforehand. Many types of these filters can remove organic compounds like pesticides, herbicides, and solvents as well as heavy metals such as lead, mercury, and iron. Additionally, they can help reduce bad tastes and odors caused by sulfur compounds while also reducing levels of sediment and turbidity in the water.
• Faucet-integrated filters. This system will entirely replace your existing faucet with one with an integrated filter. Though they can be expensive to install, they allow you to switch between filtered and unfiltered water with ease. 
• Faucet-mounted filters. Unlike faucet-integrated filters, faucet-mounted filters are literally “mounted” on existing faucets, allowing you to switch between filtered and unfiltered water as needed. While this can be an economical option, this solution is not compatible with all faucet types, and it may slow the flow of water. 
• Hard water softeners. Hard water softeners help reduce the presence of hard minerals like calcium and magnesium, which can accumulate and damage pipes and plumbing fixtures. They work by exchanging these hard minerals for sodium ions, which helps to “soften” the water without affecting its taste or smell. Hard water softeners also help reduce soap scum in bathrooms and laundry rooms as well as prevent scale buildup in appliances like dishwashers and washing machines.
• Under-sink water filtration system. As its name would imply, this setup is installed beneath a sink and will not take up valuable counter space. Water passes through the system to a special faucet, efficiently filtering large quantities of water. Under-sink filters can be pricey, though, and they often require modifications to your sink plumbing. 
• Water well treatment. Water well treatment is a process of treating water from a well to make it safe for use and consumption. This process typically involves the use of chemicals, filtration, and/or ultraviolet (UV) light to remove contaminants from the water.
• Whole-house reverse osmosis treatment. Whole-house reverse osmosis systems are much more effective than point-of-use filters, as they can treat an entire home’s supply at once rather than filtering just one tap or faucet at a time. These advanced systems use a semi-permeable membrane to remove impurities, including dissolved solids, bacteria, viruses, and cysts from the incoming water supply. The process works by forcing the untreated water through the membrane under pressure, allowing only molecules small enough to pass through while blocking larger ones. The result is clean, safe drinking water that is free from contaminants. Whole-house treatments tend to be costly and require professional maintenance, but the significant benefits frequently outweigh these expenses, especially if your water supply is consistently packed with impurities.

Clean and safe drinking water is always worth the investment. Call (713) 360-2185 or contact us online to start exploring treatment system options for your home today.