Purification System
Purification System | Water Purification | Plumbing | Whitwell
Imagine stepping into your Whitwell home and turning on a tap that delivers crystal-clear, great-tasting water every single time. HEP’s purification system plumbing brings laboratory-grade filtration right to your kitchen sink, stripping away sediments, chemicals, and lingering odors while preserving the healthy minerals your body craves. Our technicians design each setup around your home’s unique needs, so whether you’re on municipal supply or well water, you’ll enjoy a tailor-made solution that keeps appliances running smoother and your family hydrated with confidence.
From first consultation to final quality check, we handle every detail—sizing the perfect system, installing high-efficiency components, and providing easy maintenance plans that extend equipment life for years. The result is dependable water purification you can taste and trust, backed by HEP’s local reputation for punctual, friendly service. Ready to elevate every pour? Call today and discover why Whitwell homeowners choose HEP when pure water matters most.
FAQs
Do I really need a water-purification system for my home or business in Whitwell?
While Whitwell’s municipal supply meets federal safety standards, many residents notice issues such as hard-water scale, chlorine taste, and elevated iron or manganese that can stain fixtures. A point-of-entry or point-of-use purification system removes these nuisance contaminants, protects plumbing and appliances from mineral buildup, and provides cleaner-tasting water for drinking and cooking. Well owners in the surrounding rural areas especially benefit, as private wells are not regulated and can contain bacteria, nitrates, or agricultural runoff.
What kinds of purification technologies do you install and service?
We design systems to match local water conditions and customer goals. Common options include: • Whole-house sediment and carbon filtration for taste, odor, and chlorine removal. • High-efficiency water softeners to eliminate hardness and scale. • Reverse osmosis (RO) units for drinking taps, which remove dissolved solids, lead, arsenic, and many pharmaceuticals. • UV disinfection modules to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and cysts without chemicals. • Iron/sulfur filters and pH neutralizers for problem well water. We can combine several stages into a single, turnkey solution so every tap delivers high-quality water.
How is a purification system connected to my existing plumbing?
For a whole-house setup, our licensed plumbers cut into the main water line where it enters the building—usually near the water heater or pressure tank. The purification equipment is installed in a bypass loop so water flows through the filters before reaching any fixtures. Shut-off valves and bypasses let you isolate the system for service without interrupting supply. Point-of-use RO units are typically mounted under a kitchen sink with a dedicated faucet and optional refrigerator or ice-maker feed. All work complies with Tennessee plumbing code and comes with permits where required.
What maintenance does the system require, and can I do it myself?
Maintenance depends on the technology: • Sediment/carbon cartridges: change every 6–12 months or 10,000–20,000 gallons. • Water softener: replenish salt or potassium pellets as needed (about once a month for average households); schedule an annual performance check. • Reverse osmosis: pre-filters every 6–12 months, RO membrane every 2–3 years, post carbon annually. • UV lamp: replace bulb yearly and clean quartz sleeve. Most homeowners handle cartridge changes and salt refills themselves. We also offer affordable service plans that include automated reminders, filter subscriptions, and annual on-site inspections so you never have to track schedules.
Will the system remove lead, PFAS, or microbial contaminants from Whitwell’s water?
Yes—when configured correctly. • Lead, copper, arsenic, chromium, and PFAS ("forever chemicals") are effectively reduced by NSF-certified reverse osmosis membranes and certain specialty carbon filters. • Bacteria, viruses, and protozoa are deactivated by UV disinfection or eliminated by a 0.2-micron ultrafiltration stage. We test your incoming water and select components certified to the relevant NSF/ANSI standards (42, 53, 55, 58, or 401) so you have documented performance for the contaminants of concern.
How much will a complete purification system cost and are there any local incentives?
Prices vary with flow rate, plumbing layout, and water quality, but typical ranges are: • Whole-house sediment/carbon + softener: $1,800–$3,500 installed. • Add UV disinfection: +$600–$900. • Under-sink RO drinking system: $450–$850 installed. Operating costs average $60–$150 per year for replacement filters and salt. Financing plans with payments as low as $30/month are available. Whitwell customers served by Sequatchie Valley Electric Cooperative may qualify for on-bill financing or low-interest efficiency loans. Some homeowners also receive federal tax credits for well upgrades that eliminate health hazards. We’ll provide a written quote and help you apply for any incentives before work begins.