Whole-home Filters

Whole-home Filters | Water Purification | Plumbing | Lookout Mountain

Imagine turning on any tap in your Lookout Mountain home and having absolute confidence that what flows out is crisp, clean, and free from the sediment, chlorine, and hard-water minerals that wear down pipes and appliances. HEP’s whole-home filters integrate seamlessly with your existing plumbing, creating a fortress against contaminants before they ever reach your glass, showerhead, or washing machine. Our licensed technicians size and install each system to match the unique demands of mountain living, so you enjoy lasting performance with minimal maintenance.

With HEP, water purification isn’t just another add-on—it’s a long-term investment in your family’s health, your home’s longevity, and the pure taste you deserve every day. Schedule a visit, and we’ll test your water, explain your options in plain language, and handle every detail from permits to final check-ups. One appointment is all it takes to bring mountain-fresh confidence to every faucet.

FAQs

Why should homeowners in Lookout Mountain consider a whole-home water filtration system?

Because Lookout Mountain sits on limestone bedrock and is supplied by both municipal lines (Tennessee American Water or Georgia-Northwestern Water) and private wells, residents can experience elevated hardness, chlorine/chloramine taste, sediment, iron staining, and occasional sulfur odor. A point-of-entry (POE) filtration system treats every drop of water as it enters the house, so drinking, bathing, laundry, and appliance lines all benefit from the same high-quality water. The result is better-tasting water, healthier skin and hair, longer appliance life, and less scale build-up on fixtures—without having to install separate filters on every faucet.

What contaminants will your whole-home filters remove from Lookout Mountain water?

Our customizable multi-stage systems are designed to target the specific water profile we see on Lookout Mountain. Typical stages include: • 5-micron sediment pre-filter to trap sand, silt, and rust particles common in hillside supply lines. • Catalytic carbon or KDF media to remove chlorine, chloramine, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), pesticides, and unpleasant taste/odor. • Water softening or anti-scale media to reduce calcium and magnesium hardness that cause white spotting. • Optional iron/sulfur reduction tank for well users experiencing orange staining or “rotten-egg” smell. • UV purification or 0.2-micron membrane for clients who want an added barrier against bacteria and cysts. We test your water on-site and build the filter train that meets those exact parameters so you never pay for stages you don’t need.

How is a whole-home filter installed and will it affect my water pressure?

Installation is typically done in half a day. We shut off the main, cut into the incoming line (usually in the basement, crawlspace, or utility room), mount the filter tanks to the wall or floor stand, and plumb the inlet and outlet using PEX, copper, or CPVC—whichever matches your current system. A bypass loop is included so you can still get water if the unit ever needs service. Because our housings are full-port and sized to match the ¾" or 1" main common to Lookout Mountain homes, any pressure drop is negligible (2–4 psi). We also set the media bed flow rate to exceed your peak household demand so showers, irrigation, and laundry can all run simultaneously without noticeable pressure loss.

How often do I need to replace filters or service the system?

Service intervals depend on water quality and household size, but most Lookout Mountain homeowners follow this schedule: • Sediment pre-filter cartridge: every 6–12 months. • Carbon/KDF or catalytic carbon tank: every 5–7 years. • Softening/anti-scale media: 5–10 years (or regenerate with salt if you choose a traditional softener). • UV lamp (if installed): annual bulb change. We include first-year maintenance in the installation price and offer affordable service plans afterward. Many customers choose our SMS/email reminder program so they know exactly when a filter is due.

Can the same system treat both municipal and well water on the mountain?

Yes. The core filtration stages are identical, but we tune them differently. For city water we focus on chlorine/chloramine removal, hardness reduction, and taste improvement. For private wells we may add iron/sulfur reduction media, a pH neutralizer, or UV disinfection. During your free on-site water test we analyze hardness, TDS, pH, iron, manganese, sulfur, and bacteria risk, then build the configuration that meets state and EPA standards for your specific source.

What does a whole-home filtration system cost and what’s the return on investment?

A standard two-stage carbon + sediment system for a three-bath Lookout Mountain home starts around $1,450 installed. A complete softening + iron/sulfur + UV package for a high-volume well can range from $3,200–$4,800. While that is more than point-of-use pitchers or faucet filters, the ROI is strong: • Appliances (water heater, dishwasher, washer) last 30–50% longer when scale is removed. • Families save $200–$400 per year by eliminating bottled water. • Reduced plumbing repairs and improved energy efficiency often pay back the system in 3–5 years. Financing and low-interest Green Energy loans are available, and all of our systems carry a 10-year tank and valve warranty plus a 90-day satisfaction guarantee.