Pure Elements – Whole House Water Filters

If you live in an apartment or you rent, our HealthyHome water systems are more than likely not going to work for you.  They are custom designed for homeowners because they connect to the water main.   While you might have a good relationship with your property owner, for the most part they are not going to want to invest in high quality water filtration for rental units.  However, we would still like to head you in the right direction if you would like to experience at least some level of water filtration.

If you rent but still want safe and clean water, we suggest you get an Aquasana AQ-4100 shower filter for your shower.  Bathing in chlorine is bad and you do not want to do that.  When steam is produced, the pores of your skin open and chlorine can enter your skin in larger amounts then just drinking chlorinated water.  These little shower water filters offer some protection against chlorine and other contaminants.  They are better than nothing.  The Aquasana shower filter offers good media exposure to shower water and can easily go with you when you move.  They are easy to screw on and off when you need to change the filter cartridge.  You can use a different shower head than the one that comes in the box.  (The picture below shows a different shower head.)  As long as there is only one or two you using the shower, you need to replace the filter cartridges every 6 months or the filters are ineffective.  If more people are using the water, the filter will need to be replaced more often.  We suggest you mark on your calendar 6 months from the date you install the new filter.  This is a good way to keep track of when to change the cartridge.

(The one in the picture is using a different showerhead than the one that comes with the Aquasana AQ-4100.)

In addition, for renters that want a good drinking water system, we like the Multi-Pure drinking water filters.  These filters are a bit more expensive but they are durable and more effective than most of the drinking water filters available for people on a budget.  Most of the less expensive filters have plastic casings that crack very easily.  There are many reviews on Amazon complaining about the cracking or shoddy material some water filters are made of.  In addition, the cheaper filters just do not offer the removal or reduction range of chemicals and contaminants the Multi-Pure filters can remove/reduce.  So depending on your chemical removal concerns, you can customize this little filters to some extent.

These Multi-Pure drinking water filters have a large solid carbon block filter inside stainless steel housings.  The housings seal tightly with no leaks.  They will filter about 600 – 750+ gallons depending on the model.  Alternatively, you can figure they roughly last about a year.  You can get counter top or under-the-counter models too and if you want extra contaminants removed, you can find some models that cater to that.  The model we have experience with is the MCPT counter top filter like the one seen in the picture above.

Not all water filtering systems are equal.  Capacity, media quality, media order, water conditioning are all-important factors when it comes to filtering water for consumption.  We find it interesting that in so many water filter systems reviews these items are rarely elaborated on.  The water filter reviews do not talk much about the amount of filtering media used and its quality.  The reviews do not talk about how the water sees the media meaning the order it is in and how important this is.  Moreover, hardly any of the water systems reviewed mention water conditioning being included with the water filter.

Many water filtering systems do not have much in the way of media inside them.  The common Aquasana water filters for a countertop or under sink versions are light on media because they are so small.  None of the water filter pitcher type filters have much in the way of media in them either.  The problem with this is the water touches with limited media for such a short time. Therefore, the media’s ability to take out all the chemicals and contaminants is limited.  The surface area exposed is small like the filter.  Little filters clog faster and need replacements that are more frequent.  This is why the bigger the filter you can afford the better off you will be.  Whole house water filters are the best therefore.  Reputable companies make sure these filters need minimum maintenance.

The small water filters in the reviews also do not have backwashing systems to stir the carbon media up.  This is important to expose new sections of the media to the water and make it more effective at drawing out the water problems.  In addition, these filters suffer from low quality media.  Some water filter companies skimp on using high quality media because it costs more.  They use cheap grade carbon, which does not have the capacity to absorb contaminants like high quality media can.  The HealthyHome Solution water filter contains four types of the highest quality media available, which is why it is so much more effective.

Just to let you know, we use two types of coconut shell carbon as well as our other “secret” media.  (You have to call us to find out about the other media we use.  Some of it is proprietary so we do not name it directly here in case our competitors are watching.)  (949) 644-1800

Water filter systems should have several different types of media to be efficient.  And those different medias must be in the right order.  In water filter systems reviews they rarely if ever discuss this.  We find that when we take competitor’s water filters apart, they do not even do this.  If the water does not see the filtering carbon, KDF and other media correctly, it will stop to filter effectively.

Our media and the specific order in which it is placed within the water filter unit removes or reduces  chemicals, odors, bad tastes, chlorine, chloramines, organics, pesticides, and heavy metals.  We can reduce fluoride, arsenic and chromium 6 levels too but that takes special arrangements to work effectively.  Call us for the specifics on that.  (949) 644-1800.

Something else you do not see talked about with water filtering systems is water conditioning.  We feel this is getting more and more critical as people move away from environmentally unfriendly water softeners.  People still want hard water issues solved and water conditioning is a great way to do that.  However, some water conditioners make no sense and there is no way they work.  The science behind those is voodoo.  Our conditioner is the real deal.  It has more surface to act and does not restrict water flow.

Our proprietary catalytic converter is used to condition the water and is only available with our water filtration systems.  This unit will condition hard water differently than a traditional water softener does but it does not have the salt discharge that is getting water softeners banned across the country.  The HealthyHome Solution water filter is an alternative to standard water softeners that does not endanger the environment.  If you are interested in conditioning and filtering water plus you have environmental concerns, you should look into this green water filter system.

We install many water filter systems in Orange County, California.  Some of the cities we service are Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Irvine, Tustin, Santa Ana, and Huntington Beach.  Call us for an estimate or more information on the best water filtering systems for your home.

There are two primary ways for cities in the US to treat tap water for organic contaminants.  They use either chlorine or chloramines to kill bacteria and make our water safe for drinking and bathing. While both methods effectively address bacteria in municipal water supplies, they are often considered health risks and create other issues your household water.

Chlorine loses its strength to kill bacteria over time because it binds with organic material. It also creates harmful by-products called Trihalomethanes, which are considered carcinogenic and environmental pollutants.  When ammonia is added to minimize Trihalomethane production, this dilutes the chlorine’s capacity to kill off bacteria.

According to the California-based Citizens Concerned about Chloramines, chloramines damage pipes, create skin conditions, kill lab rodents, and expose people to increased risks for cancer and asthma.

In most situations, you will be drinking and bathing in one of these chemical disinfectants.  In addition, if you choose one of the most common water filters on the market, you may not effectively remove chloramines. Most water filters that use standard carbon provide only partial protection. Chloramines are a challenge for regular carbons to remove.

At Pure Elements, we conquer chlorine and chloramines issues by using the highest grade of a special catalytic carbon. Our whole house water filter is superior to under-the-counter water filters and other home water filters because this special carbon efficiently removes more chloramines. We spare no expense when it comes to your safety, while our competitors cut corners to increase profits. The majority of water filter systems available today do not perform up to Pure Elements’ standards.  This is just one of many reasons our water systems are recognized as the most effective.

Reference: Chlormines Concern

This is the Healthy Home Solution home water purification system by Pure Elements, Inc. A whole house water filtration solution like this one is much easier to maintain because it is nearly maintenance-free. The filter media high quality filter media inside the purifier only needs replacing once every 8 to 10 years. This makes it an “out of sight and out of mind” option. Therefore, we believe it to be much easier than the point of use and under the sink, water filters. Those filters need to be changed out for a new filter once every 3 months or so because they are so small. Moreover, they do not clean their own media like the Pure Elements home water filter does. This is a key feature that very few water filters have.

This home water purifier efficiently removes or reduces chemicals, odors and bad tastes from your home drinking and shower water. The usual cast of bad characters found in most of today’s municipal water supplies such as chloramines, chlorine, organics, pesticides, and heavy metals are removed or significantly reduced.

In addition, what is also special about this home water treatment unit is it reduces hard water issues without the use of a 30-pound bag of salt each month. The Healthy Home Solution does not use any salt but instead conditions the water using other means rather than chemical. (See our video about our proprietary catalytic converter.) It is an entirely green and environmentally sound approach to water purification. No salt is dumped into the sewer system endangering the environment and water recycling facilities.

This whole house water purification unit is beneficial because it takes care of all your needs for the entire home. You do not have to put a water filter under every sink and a shower filter on every shower. It is all taken care of from one source right where the water comes in to your home.

HealthyHome Solutions’ whole house water filtration system is unique.  Not only does it remove all the chemicals, odors, tastes, chloramines, pesticides, and organics but it also uses a proprietary version of a salt free water-conditioning product.  Nobody else on the market has this conditioning product.  Moreover, we have had this water-conditioning converter for about 30 years now.  It has proven to be an exceptional alternative to traditional water softeners.  It is completely environmentally green.  No salts are deposited in sewer drains and then into the ocean, landscapes or anywhere else from this water filter.  There is no salt!  You can use the back washed water and safely irrigate your landscape if you would like.  Plus, you do not get the slimy or slippery feeling that you get from water that is using a traditional water softener.  This whole house water filter is very effective at protecting your fixtures, plumbing, and appliances too.  It just helps reduce hard water issues in general.

This is a fully automatic water filter system.  One of our most important features to this filter is that it back washes itself, which keeps the tank clean.  There is never a problem with stagnant water with this tank or what is known as media channeling.  These are not issues because the media is back washed. This eliminates channeling and exposes more surface area of the media because it is moved around.

In addition, because of this automatic back washing, you will not have to service the filter for at least 7 to 10 years.  There are no under counter filters to change.  There are no point of use problems to solve like leaky or clogged hoses. You get the benefits and solutions on a total property or whole house basis.

Another key point is the unique media, which is inside this water filtration system.  Some of the media is more proprietary and other media used is common.  However, the big secret is the method in which the media layers within the tank.  It is the order of how the water “sees” the media.  It is critical for proper removal of contaminants the water sees the media in the right order.  This order makes a huge difference and yet our competitors do not know about it or do not use it.   It makes all the difference in how effective the water filter works.

This media order is another of Pure Elements’ secrets and another reason why we have a superior product.  We have taken the time from an engineering standpoint to make sure that our whole house water filtration system functions at the very highest standards.

Water conditioning systems are different then salt-based water softeners.  They use a different technology which in involves the use of a catalytic converter.  They do not use salt as traditional softeners do.  This is why water conditioners are better for you and the environment.

Pure Elements, Inc.  uses a proprietary catalytic converter that no one else has.  This unit deals with hard water issues very effectively without the use of salt.

The video above shows the whole home water filter version of the catalytic converter.

The key to the product is the proprietary core.  The core has fins which increase the surface area so the state of calcium carbonate can be changed more readily.  This core permanently changes the state of the hard water.  It reduces the scaling properties and reduces the hard water issues in the home.  It also helps with issues concerning landscaping, water features, spas, and swimming pools.

If you would like to know more details about this proprietary hard water conditioning system, please call us.  Again, no one else on the market has this proprietary converter.  Some competitors will claim they have something but it is not like all our’s at all.  In fact, in a future video we will dissect one of our competitors so called converters so you can judge for yourself whether you think it is a viable technology merely advertising hype.  We stand firmly by our technology and have for 30 years.

Contact us today.

Is our water drugging us? If you don’t get a quality drinking water filtration system, you and your family can be completely vulnerable. However, even the best water filters may not provide the protection we need and desire…

Our federal government has been overlooking at least 271 million pounds of pharmaceuticals currently dumped into our waterways by U.S. drug companies and other manufacturers.  These dumped drugs while legally disposed of are still finding their way into our drinking water.

Manufacturing uses pharmaceuticals in making many household items.   Therefore, it is not only pharmaceutical companies dumping these drugs.  Copper is common to contraceptives and pipe making.  Explosives contain nitroglycerin and so do heart medications.  One can find lithium in ceramics as well as drugs to treat bipolar disorder.

There is no record keeping by the Federal government or industrial companies to discover the true extent of the number of pharmaceuticals expelled into our waterways.  In fact only by accident can investigators estimate the amount.  It turns out the government has unwittingly been keeping data on a few of the drugs factories discard.

Read this article for the whole story Drugs Taint Drinking Water

The best shower water filters are whole house systems because they back flush themselves.  This helps utilize the carbon and other media inside to their full extent.   Back flushing exposes more of the media’s surface area.   However, if a person doesn’t own their residence it may make sense to use a less effective but less expensive method of chemical removal.

Recently we chatted with a person online who could concerned about chlorine byproducts.   He could not justify purchasing a water filtration system from us because he did not own the apartment he lived in.  However, he wanted to know about shower water filters.  For people in this predicament, this is what we advise.

“We would advise you that some type of  safeguard is more preferable than doing nothing, so a screw on shower water filter is definitely an option for your apartment.

Shower water filters like this one are better than using nothing.

Perform some comprehensive exploration online; locate a shower filter which includes together activated carbon along with KDF media; check out web sites regarding comparisons (Be aware – various water filter companies and dealers essentially sponsor and publish biased comparisons); and make a decision as to the best shower water filter for your situation.

Be certain to replace the filter media or get a new filter at a minimum of every six months.   If you possibly could manage it every three months, would be even better.  At the very least you will experience some protection from the frightening second-hand chlorine byproducts!”

If you don’t know already, it is time to learn about the risks associated with chlorine in your bath and shower.  Even the best screw on shower water filters, while providing some protection, are not nearly as effective as our eco-friendly home water filtration system.

For the best shower water filter, pipe size matters! I can’t tell you how many times contractors and water system salespeople have improperly sized whole house water systems.  For Newport Beach in the heart of Orange County, we developed custom-built systems to maximize both pressure and flow to all fixtures in large upscale homes.

It is important to undertake a home water filter comparison.  If you install an undersized toy for a home water filtration system , expect to feel results similar to putting a tourniquet on you water supply.  Always match any water system exactly to your incoming pipe diameter – rely on a trusted expert to help you.

The best shower water filter is installed by us in many Orange County cites including:  Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Irvine, Tustin, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana and many more California cities!  Call us today for an estimate or for more information.  (949) 644-1800

Get one of the best shower water filters to protect you and your family from chlorine in your home.

There are major health concerns relating to chlorine in your bath and shower water. When you take a bath or shower, the heated temperature of the water leaves the pores in your skin wide open. Your body literally absorbs chlorine like a giant sponge.

Chlorine in your shower water is absorbed into your skin and lungs.

In addition, the chlorine is released into the air through steam, forcing it into your body through respiration and your lungs. Both of these pathways are direct entrances to the blood, without the additional filtration provided through your esophagus and digestive system. The chlorine is driven directly into the body at much higher levels than if you were to consume water with the same chlorine level. It is extremely important and greatly beneficial to you and your family’s wellness to remove the chlorine before you even enter your bath or shower. Shower head filters only provide limited protection – The rapid flow rates of the shower and the limited amount of media result in partial chemical removal and a very short life (this means you spend lots of money to maintain a moderate result).

Typical shower head filter must be replaced often or it becomes ineffective.

A whole home water filter and conditioning system is the most maintenance free and environmentally responsible solution to chlorine removal from your living environment. The Healthy home Solution from Pure Elements is the best shower water filter and water filtration system available today for the consumer.

Information on Chlorine:
Chlorine Poisoning
What are the Symptoms of Chlorine Poisoning?
The Facts About Chlorine

The whole house water filter and conditioning system is the best answer to removing chlorine from your shower water.