Carbon Water Filter
Do you notice strange tastes or unpleasant smells in your tap water? A carbon water filter from Knight Plumbing might be the solution you need. Our carbon filters effectively eliminate chlorine, bad tastes, odours, and other contaminants commonly found in your water supply.
Want to experience the benefits of fresh, clean water at home? Contact Knight Plumbing to learn how our carbon water filters can enhance the quality of your water in Calgary.
How We Install a Carbon Filter for Water
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We begin by testing your current water quality to identify specific contaminants and choose the ideal carbon water filter for your needs. We also inspect your plumbing system to determine the best location for installation, ensuring optimal filtration throughout your home. Based on this information, we help you select the right system for your household size and water concerns.
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We install the carbon filter media following the manufacturer’s guidelines to guarantee maximum filtration efficiency. The system is then gradually primed by slowly restoring the water supply, allowing air to be purged from the lines and avoiding pressure surges. Our technicians check all connections for leaks and make adjustments as needed to ensure smooth water flow through your new carbon filter.
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Next, we prepare the installation area by turning off the main water supply and draining the pipes to avoid leaks during the installation process. After securing the mounting bracket, we install the carbon water filter housing in the correct position. We then connect the inlet and outlet ports of the filter to your water supply.
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After installation, we run water through the system and perform follow-up tests to ensure the filter is working as expected. We also show you how to monitor the system’s pressure gauges and explain how to read the indicators for when maintenance may be required.
Why Choose Knight Plumbing for Your Carbon Water Filters
Rapid Response Installation
At Knight Plumbing, we prioritize a fast response, with technicians often available to assess your needs and start the carbon water filter installation the same day you call. Our service vehicles are fully stocked with the necessary tools and equipment, allowing us to install most carbon water filters quickly and efficiently.
Certified Water Treatment Specialists
Our installation team consists of certified water treatment specialists who are highly trained in carbon water filter systems. This expertise ensures that your carbon water filter is installed correctly on the first visit, eliminating the need for follow-up visits.
Comprehensive Water Analysis
Before installing your carbon water filter, we conduct an in-depth analysis of your home’s water to identify specific contaminants and issues. This thorough testing allows us to recommend the most effective filtration system tailored to your water quality and filtration needs.
Cleaner, better-tasting water throughout your home is just a phone call away. Contact Knight Plumbing to schedule your water assessment and carbon water filter installation.
FAQS About Carbon Water Filters
What is a Carbon Water Filter?
A carbon water filter is a water purification system that utilizes activated carbon to eliminate impurities, contaminants, and harmful chemicals from your water. The carbon material, typically sourced from coconut shells, coal, or wood, is specially processed to form tiny pores between the carbon atoms, greatly expanding its surface area.
These filters are particularly effective at removing chlorine, volatile organic compounds (VOCS), pesticides, herbicides, and substances responsible for unpleasant tastes and odours. While they can also reduce certain heavy metals, carbon filters are generally not designed to remove salts, minerals, or dissolved inorganic compounds.
How Does a Carbon Water Filter Work?
Carbon water filters operate via a process called adsorption, where water contaminants are drawn to and attach to the surface of the activated carbon. The carbon used in these filters is processed to create a highly porous material with a vast surface area—one pound of activated carbon can have a surface area equivalent to 100 acres.
As water flows through the filter, the slightly positive charge of the carbon attracts contaminants, such as chlorine, VOCs, and chemicals causing bad tastes and odors. These contaminants adhere to the carbon, effectively removing them from your water.
What Size Carbon Water Filter Do I Need?
The size of the carbon water filter you need for your home primarily depends on your household’s water usage and flow rate requirements. For a whole-house filter, it’s important to consider your peak water demand, typically measured in gallons per minute (GPM). An average home usually needs a filter capable of handling 7-10 GPM without causing noticeable pressure drops. Larger homes with multiple bathrooms or high-demand fixtures may require systems that can handle 12-15 GPM or more.
If your water contains higher levels of chlorine, sediment, or organic compounds, you might benefit from a multi-stage system with pre-filtration before the carbon filter. Knight Plumbing’s water quality tests help identify specific contaminants, ensuring we recommend the most suitable filter size for your needs while avoiding over- or under-sizing.
What are the Benefits of Carbon Water Filters from Knight Plumbing?
Carbon water filters from Knight Plumbing improve the overall water quality in your home by removing chlorine, unpleasant tastes, and odours from every faucet. This means you’ll enjoy better-tasting drinking water and more comfortable showers without the drying effects of chlorinated water on your skin and hair. Our filters also reduce harmful contaminants such as VOCS, pesticides, herbicides, and industrial chemicals that might be present in municipal water supplies.
Unlike some other systems, our carbon water filters are appropriately sized to meet your household’s specific needs, ensuring effective filtration without pressure drops or flow rate issues. Additionally, Knight Plumbing offers a rapid 4-hour response time, allowing you to get your carbon water filter installed promptly, avoiding prolonged exposure to poor water quality.