Your Complete Guide to WELL WATER FILTRATION

Is your well water giving you grief? Are you unhappy with the safety, taste, smell, discolouration or staining caused by your well water and need to know how and where to start to fix it?. You’ve likely heard of water softeners, iron filters, UV systems and even RO’s but what do all of these things do, where are they installed and what order do they go? Do you really need all of these for your family?
Basically, we clean up the water to remove the dirt, color and impurities so your water won’t stain your fixtures and then we disinfect it so it’s safe for your family.
A Spindown filter is used for very coarse filtration. These use centrifugal force when the tap at the bottom is opened to flush out the debris. You would need to manually open the valve at the bottom periodically, usually once a week or more often if a lot of dirt is present, so they aren’t an automatic system. Shop Spindown filters here waterestore.co...
Filter housings with a coarse sediment filter to do the pre filtering. If the dirt amount isn’t too bad, and usually from a well it isn’t, you could use one of these to prefilter your water before any water filtration equipment like an iron filter or water softener to protect the equipment by keeping the dirt out. The filter element will need to be changed at least once a year or more frequently if they become clogged. Sediment Filter video • Which MICRON sediment ...
Our HUM Automatic backwashing sediment filter is used when you have so much dirt in your water that you’re constantly replacing sediment filters. These are great because the dirt accumulates inside while you’re using your water and then every 4 days or so they back wash to flush out all of the debris, automatically. Makes life easier for you, no filters to change and no chemicals are involved. Automatic backwashing filter video here • How Does a Nextsand Au...
If you have iron and or sulphur in your water, you’ll need one of our HUM FOB, FOC or FOK iron and sulphur filters. These oxidize the iron and sulphur out of your water, trap it inside and clean themselves every few days to flush out the debris. Once again, no filters to change and no chemicals to add. Iron filters video • Which IRON & SULPHUR F...
If your water is hard, a water softener comes next. How does a water softener work video • How Does a Water Softe...
If you’ve brown water caused by tannins, this is where the tannin filter goes. After the iron and hardness have been removed. Tannin filter here • Do You Have IRON or TA...
By now, we’ve cleaned up the water and removed anything that would stain any surfaces, so we need to disinfect your water to make sure that it is safe and bacteria free for your family. For this we need an Ultraviolet Disinfection system, also know as a UV. UV video is here • HOW DOES a RESIDENTIAL...
To remove excessive minerals from your water, like sodium (if present) and create a second barrier from bacteria you would add a Reverse Osmosis drinking water system. How does RO work video here • HOW does a REVERSE OSM...
So what do you need in well water filtration for your family? We would be happy to make a recommendation, but we need to know some information before we can help you. We need to know your water chemistry, in other words how hard your water is and iron content and a few other parameters. If you don’t have a lab report, you can always mail us a water sample for FREE testing to:
Water Store, 1004 King Street, Midland, Ontario L4R 0B8. We offer FREE Testing.
Once you have your water chemistry, we have this convenient form for you to fill out, then scan or take a picture with your phone and email back to us with your information and we’ll put together a well water filtration system recommendation for you family! cdn.shopify.co...
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[@GarytheWaterGuy]

If you have low pH and lots of sediment in your water you would add the Automatic Backwashing Sediment filter before the pH neutralizing filter.

[@canuck81]

Great info. Those sound effects are too loud and unnecessary

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Glad you liked the info.

[@dmitrymaslov4458]

Same here - super great video, it gave me just what I need to know, and the sound effects will quickly wake you up if you lost focus 😁

[@daleval2182]

Then turn it down, Gary is saving us from Contaminated water

[@canuck81]

@@daleval2182 contaminated? lol C'mon bud.

[@daleval2182]

@@canuck81 well bud , 98 % of life on the planet have forever chemical PTFD, compliments of Dupont and 3M , google that. You have contaminates so do I , I choose to reduce and understand, as you say, smells ok, I'll drink it .

[@DS-ir1ho]

Gary has been a huge help in giving me the knowledge I needed about my well water filtration needs. I found his videos are full of information and very simple for people that don’t know anything (like me). I have emailed him back and forth and his staff, as well as called and talk to him and his staff. Everyone has been very patient and understanding with me and helping me to understand what I need for my well water filtration solutions. I can’t thank them enough for making me feel comfortable with what I needed to ask of my local plumber here in USA TN

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Thank you very much for your kind comments.

[@garysgarage.2841]

Never thought I'd need a scientist to figure out my filtration needs. Thanks Gary the water guy.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

I can assure you that I am not a scientist, just a water filter guy who likes to explain water filtration to folks like you.

[@damondiomandes39]

Love the content man. I learned so much. The “thumps” between each topic almost blew out my eardrums though…

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Kept you awake, did it?

[@damondiomandes39]

@@GarytheWaterGuy Scared the poop out of me! Not literally.

[@ifyoudisagreeyouarewrong]

@@GarytheWaterGuy or just not put obnoxious sound effects in the future. If you disagree you are wrong

[@kristi739]

Amazing video! I have seen many videos of yours. Your ability to explain has increased exponentially. You start with the fundamentals of water filtration, support with visuals, and then dive deep into each step. Love it!

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching. Please share video with friends and family!

[@JDMMACEO]

Thank you. We have a system where we live. First quick, comprehensive explanation of household water filtration I have seen. Thank you.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

You're welcome. Please share video with friends and family.

[@notreallyhere851]

this guy is a life saver. great content

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Thank you. Please share video with friends and family.

[@shenmue5765]

Oh man! You took out all the good stuff from the water. I remember I was just drinking water directly from the river. Lol! Good video!

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Not just Good stuff, lots of bad stuff was taken out too.

[@lobdsk]

Gary I have set up my system now which I go from well to filters to pressure tank then to iron filter/ water softener. I found this works for me

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Good to hear! just make sure those filters before the pressure tank never get clogged becasue if they do you will burn out your pump.

[@lobdsk]

@@GarytheWaterGuy yep it’s always a good idea. You shouldn’t have to worry about pump burn out because of the cut out switch which is now functioning awesome because I’m using filtered water to the switch. It’s the main advantage of prefilter to the pressure tank and switch. But, your right that is something you learn living on a acreage look after your water system and it will look after you. It’s way better I think to have a pre filter with a whole house filter. I didn’t have it before and my water was brown and there was even pipe scale in the water. I bought a prefilter and iron filter but I still had crappy water. Now it’s pre filter, whole house filter, iron filter. I also use chlorine tablets down a shallow well even though I had the water tested because well water is a wild card. Eventually I am planning on a RO system because of its purity.maybe when I win the lottery

[@MrDLBooth]

sound issues aside great content don't listen with head phones volume levels are all over the place

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Glad you liked it, aside from the sound. Please share with friends and family.

[@sarahsears1337]

The sound effects need a filter also. Great info though.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Noted! Please share video with friends and family

[@wevibe4811]

This was really helpful and informative thank you for the explanation

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Your welcome! Please share video with friends and family!

[@kennonhaneline9313]

Kill the background noise. You step on the message.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Got it, thanks for the feedback.

[@Dalenguyen001]

Hi Gary Please do a video about what to do with the water softener when the owner is on vacation. Thanks

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Yes, it is in the list. Basically, shut off your water and do nothing with your water softener.

[@ChristineZapf-z9x]

Where in the lineup would you put the arsenic tank? We have all of this and I was told today that whomever installed doesn’t have it all properly setup.

[@YourCourageCoach]

The video is very hard to listen to with all the sound effects and changes in volume. Do you have a PDF document of what was discussed for easier consumption?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

No but the blog post goes through it all here waterestore.com/blogs/news/your-complete-guide-to-well-water-filtration

[@David_Williamson]

Great info in between those really annoying sound effects

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Yes, we tried something new and it didn't work as well as I was expecting.

[@dimasavalos3004]

Very informative...but yes sound effects are too loud and annoying. Thank you for the info.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Glad you liked it, sorry about the sound affects annoying you.

[@jeremysimoneaux5551]

What would be the difference if you put the iron filters before the expansion tank as opposed to after?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Great question! The problem with having it before is that if it ever became partially clogged the pressure switch would signal the pump to keep pumping and burn out your pump. Not recommended.

[@McDougall81]

Very helpful video and information! tyvm

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Glad you liked it. Please share with friends and family.

[@carolr5638]

Where are these tanks and filters installed? My house is on a short crawl space. There wouldn’t be room for something as large as that softener system.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

In a sutuation like yours, they would be installed in a closet or the garage.

[@jasonnguyen5150]

Don’t forget to add is the water hammer arrestor.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Interesting you should mention that. I can't honestly remember the last time we installed one of those, likely 10+ years and have not had a concern whatsoever.

[@thebackyardjoeshow6435]

Excellent video, thanks for the info

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Thanks for watching. Please share with friends and family

[@pattystomper1]

You need to filter the loud noises during segues.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Yes, you are correct. But did you like the content?

[@GoldSword777]

Please stop with the sound affects.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Thank you for the feedback. I have backed off on them in newer videos

[@eddythehead9101]

I was learning so much from the video that i didn't even notice any sound effects until i read the comment section...lol.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Glad you liked it. Please share with friends and family.

[@tonytee1910]

Hi Gary the Water Guy, thanks for a great video. Would you please explain how a whole house filter without backwashing works? Where do sediments go? Thank you.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

It stores all the dirt inside of it until you replace it with a new one.

[@tonytee1910]

@@GarytheWaterGuy thanks for a response. So, when a water filter manufacture claims that their whole house filter will last one million gallons meaning we are good for one million gallon of water? How do I check the water without sophisticated devices. Thanks Gary.

[@allthings2allmen]

Great video! My only complaint would be the sound effect that gave me a minor heart attack each time even when I anticipated it! Your voice level could have been higher...great and very helpful informative video!😀😉💯💢💯💥💫👌👊💪🤙hopefully my comment will be received as friendly and helpful...that is my intent.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Yes, that was one of my first attempts at adding sound affects to make it more interesting but they are on the loud side. Newer videos use sound affects better. Please share video with friends and family.

[@allthings2allmen]

@@GarytheWaterGuy I figured as much that was a learning curve. So easy to criticize right? To be fair and honest, I never looked at how old the video was Well, I remember being taught to give helpful critique and interact with others without fear. You are a great, knowledgeable fellow, & obviously haven't fallen off the turnip wagon eh?. So, thumbs up to you Gary! Gold stars and A+'s👍👍💥💫💥🤙👌Onward and upward always learning eh!

[@stephenryczek3880]

Thank you for the video. How come the a sediment filter isn't installed before the bladder tank? I had to keep replacing the pressure gauge on mine. I have recently figured out that I can just clean it out instead.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

We do not install anything before the bladder tank because if that became clogged, you would burn out your pump. You are far better off to flush out your tank periodically, like once per year.

[@miiitchhh225]

Gary thank you for this awesome video, but I have an important question: How do I maintain high water pressure after all this filtration? With the "pressure tank" being all the way back at step B, surely the water must come out as a trickle by time it reaches the home? What am I missing in this equation that can allow me to have water blast from my faucet? An additional clean water pressure tank after step I? THANK YOU I hope you respond!

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Great question, but no there are no copncerns about flow whatsoever. If you have good flow before, you will have good flow afterwards. Keep in mind that you likely will not need all of this, it depends on your water. We have been installing systems for over 20 years and no one has ever had a concern about flow after the installation was complete.

[@curtisendicott5989]

I use a sediment filter before the booster to keep it clean also

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Just as long as you make sure that filter never gets clooged.

[@ocho27hd]

Can you place a filter between the Well and Pressure Tank? I believe that my tank gave out prematurely due to unfiltered water entering the most sensitive part of the system which is the badder. Thanks for the info in advance.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Yes you can, but I don’t recommend it. If that filter ever gets clogged you’ll burn out your pump

[@caseyshaw1013]

I just bought a home with a well and this really helped me understand how the filtration works. I am wondering though, I have a family of 3 including me, and a 46 ft well that holds 70 gallons of water, will that be enough to use and not run dry?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Depends on your wells recovery rate.

[@thomasshort6738]

Ok Gary, what do you say about 180ft well iron filter and softener. All elements in the tanks (plural) changed, chlorine level at tap water between. .5 and 1. The water comes out tap clear even in cup test. When i add a teaspon of bleach to the water in the cup, the water turns light brown. You say? No one has been able to address this. Do I more equipment?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

I would have the water that comes out of the tap tested for iron.

[@juliopina4158]

Gary what would be the the most effective water filtration for the house with 3000 budget

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Great question. It really depends on your water source ( city, well or lake water) your water chemistry (test results) and what concerns you about your water. Email us at [e-mail] and we can help

[@MrPhotodoc]

Good advice but the "crash" sound while the host is talking has no purpose. Got some tips regardless, thanks!

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Thanks for watching. Trying to make videos a little more interesting with sound affects.

[@russellharrison619]

@@GarytheWaterGuy I would say bring the volume down on them an they might fit better.

[@lindsayc42386]

Gary the water guy! Are you still offering help with water filtration systems? I just bought a house with a well and a lot of tanks downstairs. ?? I have no idea.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Sure, likely best if you email us pictures and what concerns you to [e-mail]

[@thylantyr]

I would use sediment filter before the storage tank.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Nope. If you did and it ever became clogged you would burn up your water pump.

[@OhYa1337]

Nice video, but your sound effects make it painful to watch with a headset. Please consider lowering the volume on the effects or removing them from future vids :) Thanks for the info!

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Noted! All future videos have the sound affects at a much lower volume. Thanks for watching!

[@TLKBrand]

I have so many questions for you. 😮

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

OK, what would you like to know.

[@sarahseeley9166]

Awesome video, just bought a house and this is so helpful. Indont believe we have a UV filter. Is our water safe to drink?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

The only way that you know is by having it tested

[@evadmullek]

Hello, I must ask, what is the difference between a 35,000 grain and a 64,000 grain water softener? Thank You Sir...

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

This speaks to its size or capacity. The 64,000 has almost double the capacity of the 35,000

[@thomasg4324]

*My farm has almost all of these filters for our system, but we also collect rain water as a primary source before our well is used.* The only thing hooked up to our well all the time are our outdoor hose spigots. Everything else goes through these filters before use within the house. My neighbor ratted me out for rainwater harvesting, and now I am in a dispute because I will not allow any Gov't officials on my property to inspect. They actually flew over my farm and took pictures from the airplane, and are suing me for access. *The judge has thus far denied their warrant applications, and I am currently in the process of burying all of my rainwater tanks & lines. I have also decided to construct a 'green wall' to screen out my neighbor (which also blocks her 'mountain views'), and along the road frontage.* LAND OF THE FEE AND HOME OF THE SLAVE

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

I wish you good luck.

[@EdFeliciano-hk1cm]

Hi Gary, Your videos are very helpful. I have well water and I need to replace my water softener - someone recommended installing an Aquafeel water filtration system which would include a water softener. Before I invest in this system I wanted to know if you are familiar with the system and what your thoughts are using such a system.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Aquafeel water filtration uses the same Clack valve as ours but they use the older version. Should be okay but I prefer ours waterestore.com/products/hum-deluxe-water-softener-30-000-grain

[@TobermoryHyperbaricFacility]

Gary I need some help with a system please. We had this water treatment unit installed about 15 years ago. It has proven very effective but as part of a rebuild of the house the equipment was disconnected and we can't locate the information on the system that we need for set up. The Iron removal unit was a WATERITE INC Mod. # is obscured but might be P339-10A TC 11. It has a control head that resembles one you use in your video but the place where that unit has an air intake filter that you remove during the refresh process is fitted with a removable blanking plug and it appears the air for the unit is being introduced by a venturi type fitting in the well supply line. Between that device and the unit there is a Braukmann automatic air vent but it is rotated to the off position so not sure it does anything. I’m concerned about that venturi device as a way to introduce the air needed as it represents a significant obstruction to the flow from the pump and must increase the head the pump is working against quite a bit. Could the plug be removed from the control head and an air filter intake unit put in and if so would it likely continue to work as well as it has?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Great question, you have an "old school" air birm system. You are correct that they restrict the flow to create a venturi affect to draw in air to oxidize the iron out of the water. See kzbin.info/www/bejne/qanCm2qNbt9sfLM Unfortunately your valve and your tank will not woirk with the air draw system. I had the same situation in my house and had to repalce the whole system. See kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4uvlqSOnceld7s

[@vincentthapelo3101]

@Gary am from South Africa and I want to start water bottling business please advice with steps to follow to operate

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Really your question is beyond the scope of this channel. But, You'll need to get your water tested to find out what treatment process you need to make the water the desired level of quality for bottling.

[@justinrabe3487]

Great video, i have an iron filter and water softener that was installed last fall and still seem to have some issues with staining. Watched your videos and will do the regen on both today before filling up the hot tub. What do you recommend for turning water off when away from the cabin?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

I would have your water tested both before and after the equipment for iron, tannins and hardness. This video addresses what to do when away kzbin.infoZAVzIkbzY4k

[@bwells6381]

I realize this is showing all possible filters but would you place a cartridge sediment filter before your backwashing filters? Since most home owners are not the best at keeping up with the maintenance of their filters, aren't you worried about them effecting flow rate during a backwash of one of your backwashing filters? Doesn't your Iron filter also remove sediments? Why no Chlorine/Hydrogen Peroxide injection? Don't you want to kill the bacteria before it passes through the filters so the slimly byproducts does not coat the medias inside the filters? That would make the costly replacement of UV bulbs redundant. I know it's residual income, but wouldn't killing the bacteria pre-filter be more effective and help oxidize so the filter can preform better? How well do the piston seals and spacers of those Clack valves hold up to well water?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

No, I don't recommend a sediment cartridge filter before the Automatic backwashing filter. That's the backwashing filters job. Yes, iron filters can remove some sediment depending on the media. I don't like chemical injection systems, those chemicals will end up in your septic system. If you have bacterial iron you would need a chemcial injection system but that is about the only time I would recommend them. Yes, with a chemcial injection system you would not need the UV system, but chemical injection systems also require their fair share of maintenance. Not all filters are compatible with the chemicals used for chemical injection. Clack pistons and seals hold up extremely well to well water. We have been using them on well water for over 20 years.

[@daveboss4712]

Hello Gary, I’m installing a Microlite backwashing filter because our water is really dirty, and we are having to change out our filters every 2-3 months. We wanted to avoid spending all that money. Would you recommend adding a filter after the Microlite backwashing filter, or just leave it as it is?

[@ogochukwugrey-ekejiuba8731]

Great info, thank you

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Thanks for watching! Please share video with friends and family!

[@devinbogard3693]

Enjoying all this information! New to being on a well. We did have a new well pump installed (our system was mainly original 1979) Recently, we also added an iron eater air filtration system (before this, the water smelled so bad all the time) & there is an existing softener. As of a month ago, I am doing hair at the house & noticing a faint smell again. While watching this, I don’t think we have a spin down. Would that be in-line with the filter & softner??

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

The spindown goes before everthing else but it will not remove smell, only sediment (dirt).

[@shaneherrick727]

I tried the link for the form but it didn't work. My wife and I are moving to an old farm in North Dakota that only has well water after watching this I'm sure that I need your help. How much water do I need to send you for a sample? And is there another way to get the form to fill out? Thank you!

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Soory about that, I have updated the link on the video and it is also here cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0659/5447/files/Well_Water_filtration_information.pdf

[@confirmedbachelor6019]

Come a long way from the tin cup hanging on the old hand well pump.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

That's for sure!

[@gasparlopez7631]

This is a great video! Though my question is if a water softener goes before or after the uv light since the source comes from surface water that hasn't been treated by a municipal water plant? I bought a Rheem water softener and in the instructions they mention that if the water source could contain microbials (bacteria) they don't recommend to install it before a proper disinfection such as chlorine or uv light, so this is my dought. I know that well water is different than surface water in different aspects though.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Typically surface or lake water is soft so you don’t need a water softener. This video of mine talks about lake water kzbin.info/www/bejne/o52QoICXeNWfl6c

[@gasparlopez7631]

@@GarytheWaterGuy in the area where I live surface water is hard ranging from 15-28g. I'm installing a water softener to a resident because they want it installed. That's why my question above.

[@elvio108]

Hello Gary great video and very helpful. If I add a water filtration system to my well water that is operated on a pump, will the pressure lower and if it does how do I fix to get better pressure.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

We have installed thousands of these and have never had a complaint regarding lower pressure. They do lower the pressure but you will not notice any difference.

[@elvio108]

Thank you

[@TimeHopeFaith]

Should I put the filtration before or after the pressure tank?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Always after.

[@MichaelWest-xi7zx]

I'm exhausted after watching this. Do the last two filters remove the salt that the softener puts into your water? I don't like cooking or drinking salt pellets.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Yes, the reverse osmosis system removes any sodium that is in your water from before or after the water softener.

[@blakebiltwell5]

Thanks for the info! So just to be clear in my head… Well water to well water tank to water softener to water heater. Is this the right flow of water?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Correct. Please share video with friends and family!

[@yingpin18]

Just had my water tested as we have had some discolloration and staining. Thought it was from Iron but thinking now it is sediement. What solutions would be appropriate to add? Currently we have no filtration or water treatment solution for our well water. Have lived here for 8 years and only now are we having this issue. Parameter Result Pass/Fail/ Acceptable RL Bacteria-Total Coliform Present Fail 1 Bacteria - E-Coli Absent Pass 1 Nitrate + Nitrite as N 2.6 Pass 0.5 Nitrite - N Not Detected Pass 0.1 Lead, Total 0.0158 Fail 0.002 Iron, Total Not Detected Acceptable 0.05 Turbidity .9 Pass 0.5 pH 6.5 None 1

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

We can make some recommednation but just need a little more info. Can you please go here, complete and submit the form at the bottom of the page? waterestore.com/pages/free-water-test-evaluation-the-water-estore

[@Sourpusscandy]

So the spindown and backwash filters, etc. they need drains, that drains where? Can you update the graphic to show this?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

The spindown drains into a bucket but the Automatic backwashing filter, iron filetr water softener and tannin filters all need drains. They can connect to any drain like a sump pump, or directly to your aBS drain lines above the the system under the floor above.

[@reneklementowski]

Where would you connect your backwash drain? And how much water is backwashed during the process?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

This video will help you with drain connection opotions kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWq3hJiQmLl5q6M The amount of water depends on what type of system and what size. Some are as low as 13 gallons, some as high as 65 gallons.

[@made2bamom]

Super helpful! Thank you! I am having water in my brine tank in between regeneration cycles. (Eco-Water EEC 1502R40 Model) I replaced sediment filter, cleaned brine tank (and removed the salt sludge) replaced the Venturi valve and cleaned the float. Still, the water is injected into the brine tank but not removed from it. Any suggestions?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

First, check to see if you have a pre fill or post fill water softener. See this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZbHfqWrgcuLnrs It it is post fill, that is normal, if it is pre fill check to see if it is drawing all of the water out of the brine tank during the brine cycle.

[@tooslow4065]

what if you have all of the chemicals and metals in your well? do you need 8 different filters?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

No because most pieces of equipment will fix several different things. Especially if some contaminants are lower amounts.

[@rexs.9617]

Hey Gary, Great video! quick question, can water softeners become non-functional if allowed to sit? We recently purchased a home and the previous owner left a disconnected softener unit that's dated 2019 but has been disconnected for a couple years. We were considering putting it back in service.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Great question! It’s definitely worth a try.

[@codyschwoch5451]

OK, so if I have a well that has a jet pump hooked up to what he calls a pressure tank, but mines does not say pressure tank. It says reserve tank. It’s basically the same thing they both hold water inside of a bladder system and the bladder system pressurizes the tank, so that you have normal water pressure like if you were hooked up to city water

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Yes, you are correct.

[@octaviog-r6737]

Great Info, other than the sedimentary filter that you showed needs maintenance, do any other filters (like the backwash automated ones) need maintenance? In the future, I want to build my home for a potential family of four, however, I'd like to use a water well for our water supply and would like to know the cost effects of doing so.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Just the UV system filters and UV lamps need to be replaced annually

[@TASmith10]

Here's a question about the reverse osmosis system for removing sodium and bacteria. Our summer cottage wasn't winterized, and it gets way below freezing in the winter - is that going to ruin the filter membrane every year? How much is it to replace that? Is the filter one piece of the item, or does the whole thing need to be replaced each year? Also, I've noticed orange staining primarily in one bathroom, and not much elsewhere - is it possibly due to the pipes being some specific material in that room, and rusting more than it should? I think there are copper pipes in the bathroom?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

You remove the system (easily) and take it somewhere warm for the winter. All the filters are replaceable here waterestore.com/products/water-saver-75-combo-pack-4-filters-replacement-filters-plus-membrane yes, likely something to do with the plumbing in that area.

[@TASmith10]

@@GarytheWaterGuy Thank you! :)

[@catalintanasa4801]

Very good info. I believe a softener resin filter to about 2 microns. What size are sediment filters in the video?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Softener resin typically filters down to about 30 microns. Prefilters like this 7525 are a good choice waterestore.com/products/pentek-filter-20-big-blue-sediment-dgd-7525-20bb-155356-43 and filters just before the UV need to be 5 micron.

[@SundryTalesOfConstance79WESTY]

Nooice! 😎 STOC

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

What does STOC mean? I had one of those VW vans in high school, it was loys of fun.

[@andrewwilson8776]

That system has got to cost an absolute fortune

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Yes, if you needed all of these componenets it would be a major investment for your family. Which is why we suggest you have your water tested to find out what is wrong with it and fix only what needs fixing.

[@anamari6103]

Hello Gary, Great Video! I have city water to my house and well water for my sprinkler system. i like to get a filter for the well water as back up for drinking water. is this possible?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Yes, it sure is. You would need to get your well water tested to learn what is in it and then submit the results to us for a filtration recommendation. See here waterestore.com/pages/free-water-test-evaluation-the-water-estore

[@mikeclement5383]

So no filter before the pressure tank? Won't it get a bunch of nasty crap inside of it?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Nope, just flush it once a year, this video shows you how kzbin.infomSid_O8GLq0

[@jennyboy5226]

Hey Gary, i just had my well water tested. I have the sulfur smell and my water tested a 7.0 for hardness. Which filter would be best ? Im not looking to drink or have super amazing water, just need the sulfur smell gone and get rid of some of the hardness. Thanks for your help!!

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Great question! We would need a little more information. I suggest you go to this page, waterestore.com/pages/free-water-test-evaluation-the-water-estore complete and submit the form at the bottom of the page and from there we can make some recommendations for your family.

[@mrcpaceo]

Great video!!!!!

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Glad you enjoyed it. Please share video with friends and family

[@mstchiefa7892]

Would have been a 10/10 except for the unecessary sound effects making it very hard to hear what you were actually saying

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Sorry about that, we were trying something new

[@JobeStroud]

I miss when I could just drink water out of the tap.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

The Industrial Revolution changed all of that

[@EYEBALLKLOTT]

Got it at spliff. Back to the Future!

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

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[@bannockchief]

Shouldn't the pressure tank be past the filters so there is no pressure drop after the filters?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

No, the problem with doing it that way is, if ever a filter became clogged your would burn out your pump.

[@brett7794]

How long does the carbon filter last I know it regenerates but it has a expiration to it

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

It depends on numerous factors like how much water you use and if there are any chemcials in the water that the carbon is removing. But for a well water application, typically about 10-15 years.

[@country4lyfe365]

Thank you soo much.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

You're welcome! Please share video with friends and family.

[@johnkrane9178]

Why would you put the spindown filter after the tank? You're just storing sediment, dirt, sand, etc in the tank.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Great question. Number 1, if you put it berfore the pressure tank, if it becomes clogged you will burn out your pump. Number 2, you can easily flush the dirt from the bottom of the pressure tank, just hook up a hose.

[@johnnyb4869]

Spectacular ❤

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Thanks for watching! Please share video with friends and family!

[@johnnyb4869]

@@GarytheWaterGuy i ❤️ water 💦

[@bmanh2355]

Great Video, now a subscriber! I am looking at an UP/Down flow calcite filter. Will this work for me to increase my ph levels? And is there any downside to using this type of acid filtration as opposed to a regen version? Thx!

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

It will work but I prefer the regen version as it mixes up the media when it backwashes so it lasts longer waterestore.com/products/ws-neutralizing-filter-calcite-1-0-cubic-foot

[@catracho1316]

Hi Gary, I plan to put all the water filters in the water well house. I'm just confused about the Reverse Osmosis filter, does that go connected to the line going to the refrigerator only? Or can it be placed on the water well house?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

It goes to the fridge and a dedicated faucet at the kitchen sink which is why they are typically installed either under the sink or nearby in the basement or crawl space.

[@hatchieriverplantstn9149]

How do I know if I have any changeable filters?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

They typically look something like this waterestore.com/products/copy-of-hum-cottage-pre-filter-kit-10-bb-5005-micron

[@OBsurfdog]

Great video Gary. I am installing a complete water system in our home in Baja Mexico. The water supply mostly is from local wells that have become salty recently due to the extreme drought. I plan on adding a pressure tank prior to any filtration, etc. The water is supplied by a pressurized pipe so a well pump is not required. Will the pressure tank and pressurized supply water be enough to supply water to the faucets or do you think I need to add a pump?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

I really don’t know. I would try it without, you can always add the pump later

[@lisetguerra9976]

Hi Gary, we have well water just in our irrigation system. We want to eliminate the constant stain on the driveway, walkway, and porch. What type of filtration do we need?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

You need to have your water tested, then check with an irrigation guy to find out what he has to fix your water. Our systems are for residential use only.

[@lisetguerra9976]

@GarytheWaterGuy ok, thanks 😊

[@zigarooSJunk]

hi…. for the sediment 1or5 micron filter, big white one, would there be one which the housing is clear so you can see if the filter is dirty?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Yes, we have these clear ones waterestore.com/products/viqua-awp40c-v-filter-housing but keep in mind that just because the filter looks dirty it doesn’t mean that it isn’t still filtering

[@zigarooSJunk]

@@GarytheWaterGuy thanks Gary, quick turn around on the answer.

[@brandiedasgupta1764]

Ok. So I know we need the backwashing no filter system for iron will it also get out all the dirt and sand

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

If you get an FOK like this one it will. waterestore.ca/products/hum-chemical-free-iron-sulphur-manganese-filter-fok-1-0-cube

[@gopimathapati1812]

Do you have any machine for agriculture purpose.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Sorry but no we do not.

[@sanguineel]

Gary is neat

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Thanks! Please share video with friends and family!

[@lu-mq4mt]

I thought the tank that holds the water is called a reservoir tank, the pressure tank was the small one with the little on top like a tire to fill with air if its low to create the psi

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

The one I am referring to, in most appliocations, is a fairly large tank with the air valve on the top.

[@AngelAviles-gs4sj]

Hello, my well water was tested today, it has no iron, ph level are normal and it showed a small amount of sulfur. The water color is also brown. What kind of filter should I need. Thank you

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Did you have it tested for tannins? If you have tannins you need this filter waterestore.com/products/hum-tannin-water-filter-removes-colour

[@tatecrkgirl]

How can I send you a sample of my water to figure out what system I need for my water? I have a lot of iron, I use at least 2 filters a month and still have to use iron out to wash white clothes and I use it in my toilet and other iron removing chemicals for other things like the bath tub, sinks...etc

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Just follow the info at this link waterestore.com/pages/free-water-test-evaluation-the-water-estore

[@zzgloozzgloo]

Hi Gary I’m in process of connecting our well to our new constructed house. I am no familiar with any filtrations system. A person from Gulligan company came and tested our water and recommended a sediment filter and 10” water softer which will removes some Iron in our water , he said we have a low iron problem s, but needs to be removed, also recommend reverse osmosis filter. Well, I have no problem with his recommendation, except the cost. Does your system provide the same functionality and we need to install R/o in basement with pump to go to 4 locations, can we do the same with HUM system. I would appreciate if you could answer to my concerns, because I want to install these before moving to the house. Thank you

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

Yes, our equipment will do those things. If you can email us at [e-mail] and let us know where you are located we can help you.

[@taffythegreat1986]

If my tank is 40psi pressure tank. And the pipes are 3/4” after the tank. How much would these filters slow down the pressure? So if I was washing the car. The water isn’t going to dribble out is it? Anther good video 👍👍👍

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

No problem at all. I have pretty much all you see in this video since my well water is pretty bad but I still have great flow. Thanks for watching and please share video with friends and family.

[@petebusch9069]

If you don't change the sediment filters eventually it will dribble out but the rest of the system shouldn't make a noticeable difference.

[@michaelaalgaard6831]

Hi Gary! Great Video! I'm on a well, with 5000 gal holding tank and pressure tank. We have a tiny house rental unit near the well/tank that I would like softened as well as our main house up the hill a ways. Softening the water at the well location would mean utilizing the soft water for the house, pool and yard irrigation. (all suffer from scale build up). Is this too much for a softening system to handle?

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

It all depends on how much water you use and your water hardness. Can you calculate your daily water usage and have your waters hardness tested?

[@davidmurley1863]

The sound effects are a useless distraction

[@kimhartman2666]

Hi Gary I have arsenic in my water (3 & 5). Where would the arsenic filter go in the line up? From what I read, it sounds like I would need to chlorinate the water before it goes to the arsenic filter to convert arsenic 3 to 5.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

It goes after the iron filter but before the softener.

[@hartuche8902]

Thanks.

[@GarytheWaterGuy]

You're welcome. Please share video with friends and family!