Under-sink Filters
Under-sink Filters | Water Purification | Plumbing | Altamont
Imagine turning on your kitchen tap in Altamont and tasting nothing but crisp, refreshing clarity. HEP’s under-sink filters tuck neatly out of sight yet work around the clock, stripping away sediments, chlorine odors, and microscopic contaminants before they ever reach your glass. No bulky pitchers on the counter, no waiting for a tank to fill—just instant, bottle-quality hydration with every twist of the faucet.
Crafted for easy installation by our licensed plumbers, these compact systems marry high-efficiency filtration with low-maintenance convenience. Whether you’re cooking, brewing coffee, or filling the dog’s bowl, you’ll feel the difference true water purification makes—cleaner flavors, safer drinking, and healthier living, all delivered from right beneath your sink. Ready to upgrade your home’s most essential resource? Let HEP bring pure confidence to every pour.
FAQs
What contaminants will an under-sink water filter remove from Altamont’s tap water?
A quality under-sink system typically uses multiple stages—sediment filtration, activated carbon, and in many models a reverse-osmosis (RO) membrane. Together they can reduce chlorine taste and odor, sand, silt, rust, lead, cysts (Giardia, Cryptosporidium), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), PFAS (‘forever chemicals’), nitrates, and up to 97–99 % of dissolved salts and heavy metals. Because Altamont’s municipal water is chlorinated and can pick up minerals as it travels through older pipes, an under-sink unit provides an extra barrier that delivers bottled-water quality straight from your kitchen faucet.
How often do I need to change the filters and membrane?
For most Altamont households, the sediment and carbon pre-filters should be replaced every 6–12 months, depending on usage (roughly 600–1,200 gallons). The RO membrane in a reverse-osmosis unit usually lasts 2–3 years. Post-carbon “polishing” filters are generally swapped out annually. Many systems include color-coded cartridges and quick-connect fittings, so replacement takes less than 10 minutes and requires only a shut-off of the feed valve.
Can I install an under-sink filter myself, or should I hire a plumber?
Handy homeowners can often handle a standard cartridge or RO system with basic tools (adjustable wrench, utility knife, drill for the faucet hole). However, hiring a licensed Altamont plumber ensures the feed line is tapped correctly, fittings are leak-free, and the drain saddle (for RO wastewater) is positioned to local code. Professional installation also protects your warranty and can typically be completed in under an hour.
Will an under-sink filtration system reduce my kitchen’s water pressure?
A properly sized under-sink cartridge system has minimal effect on pressure—most operate at 0.5–1.0 gpm, adequate for filling pots and washing produce. Reverse-osmosis systems store treated water in a pressurized tank, so normal flow is maintained until the tank empties and refills. If you experience noticeable pressure loss, it usually signals a clogged pre-filter that needs replacement rather than an inherent flaw in the system.
What ongoing costs should I expect?
Annual operating costs depend on filter type and water usage. A typical two-stage carbon cartridge setup runs about $50–$80 per year for replacement filters. A four-stage RO system averages $90–$150 annually (pre-filters every 6–12 months, membrane every 2–3 years). Compared with purchasing bottled water, most Altamont families recoup the system cost within the first year.
Are these under-sink filters certified and safe for drinking water?
Reputable brands carry NSF/ANSI certifications. Look for NSF 42 (chlorine, taste, odor), NSF 53 (health-related contaminants like lead and cysts), NSF 58 (reverse-osmosis performance), and NSF 401 (emerging contaminants such as pharmaceuticals and PFAS). These third-party certifications verify the system has been independently tested and proven to perform as advertised, giving Altamont homeowners confidence in their drinking water quality.