Whole-Home Carbon Filter
A carbon-only tank that treats every tap for taste and odor. It filters without softening, so there's no salt to buy.
Best for: City-water homes bothered by chlorine but not hard water
What it helps with
What you'll notice
No more pool smell or taste
Carbon reduces chlorine and chloramine, the disinfectants cities add to tap water.
Better coffee, tea, and cooking
Water without chlorine tastes cleaner in everything you make with it.
Gentler showers
Because it treats the whole house, your showers are filtered too, and chlorine can leave skin and hair feeling dry.
Can help reduce PFAS
Activated carbon is one of the home treatment methods the EPA says can reduce PFAS, the 'forever chemicals' such as PFOA and PFOS.
Fewer odd tastes and smells
Carbon also traps many of the organic compounds behind earthy or chemical tastes.
Good to know
- It doesn't soften. If you see white buildup on your faucets, you'll want a softener or salt-free conditioner as well.
- No salt and no wastewater. The carbon wears out slowly, and we'll let you know when it's due based on your water use.
- Carbon doesn't treat bacteria. On a private well, pair it with a UV system.
How it works
What happens to your water
- 1
Water enters the tank
Water from your main line flows down through a deep bed of coconut-shell carbon.
- 2
Carbon holds on to chlorine
The carbon traps chlorine, chloramine, and the compounds behind off tastes and odors.
- 3
Filtered water to every tap
Polishing gravel at the bottom keeps flow even, and clean-tasting water supplies the whole house.
What's included
- Granular activated coconut-shell carbon
- Reduces chlorine, chloramine, and odors at every faucet and shower
- No salt and no wastewater
- Can be paired with a softener later if you need one
Every system is sized from your free in-home water test and installed by our own technicians.
Explore the system
See every part, and where it comes from
Tap any part of the model to see what it does and where we source it. The numbers follow the water through the system.
Step 1 of 2 in the water's path
Coconut-shell activated carbon
Holds on to chlorine, chloramine, and the compounds behind that 'pool' taste and smell.
Where it comes from
- Made by Jacobi Carbons in Ohio, USA
- NSF certified
Specifications
Full spec sheet- Valve flow rate
- 28 GPM
- Bypass size
- 1" – 1¼"
- Media tank size (D × H)
- 10" × 54"
- Carbon volume
- 1.5 cu ft
How it works
From first test to your first clean glass
Step 1: Free in-home water test
A specialist tests your water on-site and walks you through the results. The visit takes about 30 minutes.
Step 2: A plan built for your home
You get a clear recommendation sized to your water and household. There's no pressure and no upsell.
Step 3: Professional installation
One of our own installers, Derrick, Joseph, or Mike, installs, tests, and cleans up, usually within a single day.
Step 4: Ongoing support
We send filter and salt reminders and answer the phone when you have a question.
Compare
Other systems we install
Complete Home SystemCity-water homes that want every tap and appliance protected at once
Whole-Home Water SoftenerHomes with hard water and limited space
Salt-Free Water ConditionerHomeowners who want to stop scale without the upkeep of a softener
Well Water Dual Tank SystemPrivate wells with iron, sulfur, or manganese where you'd rather not add chemicals
Whole-Home UV SystemPrivate wells, or any home where bacteria is a concern
Tankless Alkaline ROReplacing bottled water for drinking and cooking
FAQ
Questions, answered
Can't find what you're looking for? Call (856) 276-5310. A real person picks up.
What does a whole-home system actually do?
It sits where the water line enters your house, so every shower, faucet, and appliance gets treated water, not just one tap.
Do I need a softener, a filter, or both?
Softeners fix hardness (scale, spots, dry skin). Filters fix taste, smell, and contaminants like chlorine. Many homes have both problems. The free water test shows which ones you have.
How does reverse osmosis work?
Water is pushed through a very fine membrane that lets water molecules pass and holds back dissolved solids. Our alkaline stage then adds a little mineral back for a smoother taste.
Will treatment lower my water pressure?
A properly sized system shouldn't cause a noticeable drop. We size tanks and valves to your home's plumbing and flow rate for that reason.
How much does a system cost?
It depends on your water and the size of your home. After the free test you'll get a written, itemized quote with no surprises.
Do you work with private wells?
Yes. Well water often needs iron, sulfur, or sediment treatment on top of softening, so we tailor the setup to your test results.
How long does installation take?
Most installs finish in a single day. We run the system, check for leaks, and show you how everything works before we leave.
What maintenance is involved?
Softeners need salt added every so often; the brine tank holds about two bags. On the RO system, the pre and post filters are changed every 6 months and the RO filter once a year. We'll remind you when they're due.
Is there financing?
Flexible monthly payment options are available for qualifying customers. Ask about them during your consultation.
What does the warranty cover?
Qualifying equipment carries a lifetime warranty. You'll receive the full terms in writing with your quote.
Water quiz
Find the right system for your home
Answer five quick questions and we'll recommend a water treatment solution for your home. Then book your free water test and quote.
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