Water Purification Solutions
Water Purification Solutions | Water Purification | Plumbing | Tellico Plains
Imagine turning on any tap in your Tellico Plains home and knowing that every sip, shower, and simmer is backed by HEP’s decades-strong expertise. Our certified technicians evaluate your water source, explain the findings in plain language, and install cutting-edge water purification systems engineered to strip away sediments, chlorine, heavy metals, and even hard-to-detect contaminants. From compact under-sink filters to whole-house reverse-osmosis setups, we tailor each solution to your family’s health goals, plumbing layout, and budget—then keep it running flawlessly with proactive maintenance plans.
Customers choose HEP because we treat water like the lifeline it is. You’ll feel the difference in softer laundry, spot-free dishes, and pure, refreshing taste straight from the faucet. And since we’re neighbors, you can expect prompt scheduling, transparent pricing, and a satisfaction guarantee as solid as the Cherokee National Forest that surrounds us. Call today and experience how water purification done right elevates every corner of your Tellico Plains home.
FAQs
What water-quality problems are most common in Tellico Plains?
Most homes in the Tellico Plains area either receive chlorinated municipal water or rely on private wells. City-water users often report a chlorine taste or odor and occasional sediment from main repairs. Well owners frequently battle hardness (calcium and magnesium), excessive iron that stains fixtures orange, sulfur (“rotten-egg”) odor, and bacterial contamination after heavy rains. A professional water test reveals which of these issues—sometimes several at once—needs to be addressed.
How does a whole-house water purification system work?
A whole-house system treats water as it enters your plumbing, protecting every tap, shower, and appliance. Most packages we install in Monroe County start with a high-capacity sediment pre-filter, followed by catalytic carbon to remove chlorine, chloramine, pesticides, and bad tastes. If hardness is present, an ion-exchange water softener or salt-free conditioner is added. For wells, we can integrate iron/sulfur filters, ultraviolet (UV) disinfection, or a reverse-osmosis (RO) unit for drinking taps. The equipment is sized to your family’s flow rate so you never notice a drop in pressure.
If I install a filter, do I still need a water softener?
Filters and softeners solve different problems. Carbon or RO filters target chemicals, metals, and tastes, while a softener’s ion-exchange resin swaps hardness minerals for sodium or potassium, preventing scale in water heaters, dishwashers, and shower glass. In Tellico Plains well systems, both are often required—carbon for taste/odor and a softener to stop limescale. Our technicians test for hardness; if it’s above 3–4 grains per gallon, we recommend softening to extend appliance life and cut soap usage by up to 50 %.
How often will I have to change filters or service the system?
Service frequency depends on water usage and contaminant levels, but most homeowners follow this schedule: • Sediment pre-filter: 6 months or when pressure drop is noticeable. • Catalytic carbon tank: media lasts 3–5 years; it backwashes automatically so no monthly chores. • Water softener: add salt pellets every 4–6 weeks and schedule a resin clean/check annually. • UV lamp (if installed): replace the bulb once a year. • RO drinking system: sediment & carbon cartridges yearly; membrane every 2–3 years. We offer maintenance plans so you don’t have to track dates.
Are your systems suitable for both city water and private wells?
Yes. We carry NSF-certified equipment designed for chlorinated municipal water as well as specialized well-water solutions. For city water we focus on chlorine/chloramine removal and scale prevention. For wells we add bacteria/virus safeguards (UV or chlorination), iron/sulfur oxidation, and pH correction if the water is acidic. Before recommending anything, we perform a complimentary onsite test and send a sample to a state-accredited lab when needed.
What does a water purification system cost in Tellico Plains and is it worth it?
A professionally installed whole-house package typically ranges from $1,200 for a simple carbon unit to $3,500–$4,500 for a multi-stage system with softening, iron removal, and UV. Operating costs average $8–$15 per month for salt, replacement filters, and electricity. Homeowners usually recoup the investment within 3–5 years through longer appliance life, reduced plumbing repairs, lower energy bills (scale-free heaters are 20 % more efficient), and less spending on bottled water and cleaning products. Many clients tell us the immediate improvement in taste and skin comfort makes it worthwhile on day one.