Whole-house Carbon System
Whole-house Carbon System | Water Purification | Plumbing | Sunbright
Imagine stepping into the shower, filling a cooking pot, or starting a load of laundry and knowing that every drop flowing through your Sunbright home has already passed through HEP’s whole-house carbon system. This advanced filtration technology captures chlorine, sediment, unpleasant tastes, and odors right at the point of entry, so every tap delivers water that feels softer on skin, tastes cleaner on the palate, and helps extend the life of your plumbing fixtures and appliances.
Backed by local expertise and a reputation for craftsmanship, HEP installs, maintains, and guarantees systems engineered for long-term performance—all without bulky tanks or constant filter swaps. Enjoy quieter pipes, clearer ice cubes, and peace of mind that true water purification starts the moment water enters your home. Schedule a free consultation today and see why families across Sunbright trust HEP to make every sip, splash, and spin cycle effortlessly pure.
FAQs
What contaminants does a whole-house carbon system from Sunbright remove?
Our high-capacity granular activated carbon media captures a wide range of unwanted substances, including chlorine, chloramines, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), many pesticides & herbicides, industrial solvents, bad tastes/odors, and trace pharmaceuticals. While the system is not designed for hard-water minerals or biological hazards such as bacteria, it dramatically improves the safety, taste, and smell of all the water that enters your home.
How does the system tie into my existing plumbing?
The carbon unit is plumbed into the main water line where it enters your house—usually in the garage or a utility room. All downstream fixtures (kitchen, showers, laundry, outdoor spigots) then receive filtered water. A simple in-line bypass valve is installed so the system can be isolated for servicing without interrupting your water supply. No additional point-of-use filters are necessary unless specific treatment (e.g., reverse osmosis for drinking) is desired.
How often will I need to change or service the carbon media?
For most Sunbright homeowners, a media replacement is recommended every 5–7 years or after treating roughly 1,000,000 gallons, whichever comes first. Actual lifespan depends on your water’s chlorine/chloramine level and daily usage. An annual 10-minute inspection—checking the bypass valve, pressure, and sediment pre-filter, if installed—keeps the system operating at peak efficiency.
Will installing a whole-house carbon filter reduce my water pressure?
Our system is sized to match the flow rate of standard ¾" and 1" plumbing and is rated for 10–15 gallons per minute—more than enough for simultaneous shower, laundry, and irrigation use. A properly sized unit will show a pressure drop of only 2–3 psi, which is typically imperceptible. If your home has unusually high demand, we can upsize the tank or install units in parallel.
How long does installation take and what are the requirements?
Most residential installations are completed in 2–3 hours. We need clear access to the main water line, a nearby drain (for periodic backwashing models), and an electrical outlet if you choose an automatic back-wash head. Our technicians will shut off water briefly (about 30–40 minutes) and purge air from the lines before leaving.
Why choose a Sunbright whole-house carbon system over countertop or pitcher filters?
Point-of-use filters treat water at one tap; our system treats every tap—protecting plumbing fixtures, shower steam, dishwashers, and washing machines from chlorine’s corrosive effects. You eliminate the chore of constantly replacing small cartridges and you gain consistent, high-flow filtration for the entire family. With one investment, you enjoy healthier skin and hair, longer-lasting appliances, and clean, great-tasting water everywhere in your home.