💧 Water Treatment Guide
Water treatment systems improve water quality by removing contaminants, minerals, and impurities. This category includes whole-house water filters, point-of-use filtration systems, reverse osmosis units, water softeners, UV disinfection systems, and sediment filters. Treatment methods address specific concerns such as chlorine, lead, bacteria, hardness minerals (calcium and magnesium), iron, sulfur, and total dissolved solids. Key specifications include flow rate capacity, filter lifespan, regeneration cycles for softeners, and NSF certifications for contaminant reduction. Installation requirements vary from simple under-sink units to whole-house systems requiring professional plumbing integration.
Types of Water Treatment
View All Water Treatment TypesExplore the different types of water treatment to find the best option for your needs and budget.
Reverse Osmosis Systems
Multi-stage filtration using a semipermeable membrane to remove up to 99% of contaminants. Typically installed under the kitchen sink with a dedicated faucet.
5 min read Learn more →UV Purification Systems
Use ultraviolet light to kill bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms. Chemical-free water disinfection for well water and municipal water.
4 min read Learn more →Water Softeners
Remove calcium, magnesium, and other hard minerals using ion exchange. Prevents scale buildup in pipes, water heaters, and appliances.
6 min read Learn more →Whole-House Filters
Point-of-entry systems that filter all water entering the home. Remove sediment, chlorine, and common contaminants from every tap.
5 min read Learn more →Water Treatment Brands
View All Water Treatment BrandsBrowse trusted water treatment brands known for quality, reliability, and innovation.
3M
Commercial-grade water filtration systems including Aqua-Pure line for homes and businesses.
Learn more →APEC Water
Premium reverse osmosis systems with WFS-1000 and Essence series for whole-home water purification.
Learn more →Aqua-Star
Residential water treatment and purification systems for clean, safe drinking water.
Learn more →Aquasana
Whole-house and under-counter water filters using Claryum multi-stage filtration technology.
Learn more →Culligan
Whole-home water softener and filtration systems with professional installation and service.
Learn more →Home Master
Advanced reverse osmosis systems with remineralization for improved water taste and quality.
Learn more →iSpring
Affordable reverse osmosis and multi-stage water filtration systems for residential use.
Learn more →Pelican Water
Salt-free water softener and whole-house filtration systems with eco-friendly technology.
Learn more →Pentair
Comprehensive water treatment solutions including softeners, filters, and UV purification.
Learn more →Watts
Water quality solutions including filtration, conditioning, and backflow prevention.
Learn more →Common Water Treatment Problems
View All Water Treatment ProblemsCommon water treatment problems and how to diagnose and fix them.
Bad Taste or Odor in Water
Water tastes or smells like chlorine, sulfur (rotten eggs), or metal. Can indicate municipal treatment chemicals, well contamination, or old pipes.
5 min read Find solutions →Hard Water Buildup
White, chalky mineral deposits on fixtures, shower heads, and inside pipes. Caused by high calcium and magnesium in the water supply.
4 min read Find solutions →Low RO System Output
Reverse osmosis system producing water very slowly. Usually caused by low pressure, clogged filters, or a failing RO membrane.
4 min read Find solutions →Water Treatment How-To Guides
View All Water Treatment GuidesStep-by-step how-to guides for water treatment maintenance, repair, and installation.
How to Install a Reverse Osmosis System
Under-sink RO system installation including feed water connection, membrane housing, storage tank, and dedicated faucet.
7 min read Read guide →How to Test Your Water Quality
Use home test kits or lab testing to identify contaminants, hardness, pH, and other water quality parameters.
5 min read Read guide →How to Change Water Filter Cartridges
Replace sediment, carbon, and specialty filters in whole-house and under-sink filtration systems.
4 min read Read guide →How to Add Salt to a Water Softener
Proper salt type selection, loading technique, and maintenance schedule for optimal water softener performance.
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