Our Water Shop - Water Refilling Station in the Philippines

[@Thigsy]

Nice water station! We recently purchased a house with a deep well pump/pressure tank setup. It's not connected to city water. I have DIY'd our water filters using 4 stage 20" slim filters consisting of 10, 5, 1micron and a carbon block. The only missing component is the RO system. But yeah... It's mineral... Not purified. Going into the house the water is filtered again by a sink top water filters which is also 5 stage. It includes an Ultra Fine filter rated at 0.1 micron. After which it goes thru a 6gpm UV water sterilizer. It was fun doing all that DIY stuff. All items were purchased online except for the pipes that were purchased at our local hardware store. I'm considering getting FRP tanks for sediment and iron removal in the future.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Sounds like you have worked out a good home system, and now enjoy the free water. Thanks!

[@ibrahimrealtors281]

Hi sir, very good video and informative, I learned a lot....

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Glad it was helpful!

[@reinevlogs8123]

neat set up!!

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Thanks!

[@bobbysangels5778]

😎 INTERESTiNG ViDEO, THANK YOU 💯

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Thanks!

[@evermercado2470]

I have also water station, I used water konstruck membrane, and works soo will. Magandang negosyo to.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

awesome, the RO membrane's we use are not cheap, but last a long time.

[@Suroyfamilia]

Nice set up mate, especially those stainless steel benches. Tiles are a pain in the ass to keep clean. I’ve been running my own water station in Dumaguete since 2016, been a good business but like yourself it was difficult in the beginning. Good crew is hard to find! But when you do find them you have treat them well, I also pay them accordingly unlike most others. Nice video, I like seeing how others have set up. I wish I had a bit more room but to make money in this business you really need to own your own shop space I’ll just stay put for now. May I ask how much your selling the 3kg and 5kg ice bags for? And I did you buy the plastic bags the Philippines? Thank you and all the best

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Thanks.. it did take trial and error to get the setup to a place that was good. 3k 45p 5k 65p for the ice. We have a few restaurants that get a discount, as they order a lot.. We order the blue ice bags off of shopee.

[@trebortito2954]

Q Water taste is the best here in town! No one here in town has the same filtration system as you do.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Much love ..

[@edwardlawler9487]

@@PHExpatPrepper you have a contact email to discuss this business model but in western visayas for my family business please advise thank you. I just retired from the Air Force and looking for this type of opportunity to help out

[@PHExpatPrepper]

@@edwardlawler9487 Sure.. click on the about button.. and get my address.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Also. search down in my videos...I created one many months back on things to do to not fail opening a water station.

[@SimpleMansJourney]

very nice shop.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Thanks!

[@hav1byte]

i have seen your video several times, i like your setup, i'm interested in knowing more, how big are your pumps? what are your rates of pay, OT, and cost of a bottle of water, 5 gallons, 3 or 5 kilo ice? you mention several things in your video, does your water go through filtration first? it appears you said water goes through tanks first, then filtration? seems backwards, is this correct? any recommendation on water system brand? will also upgrade ro's to 4 per your recommendation. how much were your deliver bikes? i building a home in solano, luzon.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Lets see, My water station well is 200 feet deep, 2hp pump, 1 inch pipe. I pre filter via a big blue material (sand, charcoal, ect) before it goes into the 'raw' water tank. From there, it goes into the whole process to become purified. We sale 3 5g bottles delivered for 100p. 5k of ice (purified) for 65p. Trikes brand new at the time with side car, and upgrades around 150k each.

[@hav1byte]

@@PHExpatPrepper awesome, thank you, all very good information, i appreciate it... I have studied you setup on & off the last several weeks... i believe i fully understand your system. i just did another stop/go of your video to see if I missed anything. It did take me a little while to understand all your piping but i'm good now. Before your video i was not familiar with this type of php business but i learned a huge amount from you. ...its a very efficient plan, for sure a baseline i like to start with and i now have a good computer diagram of it. I do expect to be in solano in may and just today i may have found a piece of property to build on and hopefully get this going. Thank you again, Cheers from Texas - Samuel

[@sunnyroads3293]

Thank you. I would appreciate if you share the name of machines or advise what could be better to purchase :)

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Well.. its a mix..and I have updated it a bit. Any local seller of water equipment will assist better, as they will supply install. I just recommend start with a higher than you think setup. get 2hp pumps, get 4ro, ect.. as they will try to hook you with a cheap system.. but can not scale, so you will be always replacing (upgrading). Like tanks.. they will say 500l is good to start. Its not. 2000l is a good tank size to start.

[@cynthiagarnham1157]

We have a friend, with a similar set up, perhaps a little smaller, his electricity costs are considerable, be curious how much yours are, of course no competition, here in the Philippines, each electricity supplier has the sole rights in a particular area! Basically can charge what they like!!

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Yeah, one day I will have all the solar I need. I pay around 35K peso for the whole building, I am guessing as of now, watershop is about 20K of that.

[@NB-hd2pc]

How much do you charge for a water refill?

[@PHExpatPrepper]

We have not changed the price in 5 years.. 3 bottles purified delivered for 100p 35p per at window. We prefer home delivery customers. LGU gets discount

[@jamesb872]

Where in the Philippines are you located? We have been here for four months but plan to permanently stay here. We have family in Angeles City, Pampanga. We are both retired but still young enough to do things. I love the water purification setup. Prepping is a way of life here. I first visited in 1977 while in the military. It is getting crazy in the US depending on where you are at.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

We are out in a farming province. Baras Rizal, Yeah moved out here full time when I was 45. Have not looked back. Oh it can be crazy here too. But much nicer out in the province.

[@conchitaross482]

do u deliver now here in A Santos st. Balibago angeles city

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Well no we do not.. its a bit far as we are located out in the province of Luzon. Thanks for watching

[@sachiearai6107]

Hi! How much you need money to start?

[@PHExpatPrepper]

I put in 1.5M peso's.. Not counting the shop, as that was part of our existing building. But it does include the 200k peso for a very deep well. (free rent, and free water)

[@johnkane2026]

Thanks for the video. Very educational. Do you have any recommendations on how a family might bring their own filling station up to spec? Are there companies that specialize in coming in to set the infrastructure and machinery/equipment up? Or do you have to do it on your own? And for filters and equipment are there certain industry-leading companies to source from? How does one go about that? Sorry for all the questions- happy to email or use a different forum. You seem very knowledgeable so I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Hi, Yeah there are a LOT of companies that will sale you the initial gear, add on, and setups. They also help with getting it working right. Training too. After a while you get the hang of it, RO and filters, seals, and such are readily available online, or via whole sellers. I stock up of on that stuff too. Depends on where you are at, but I am positive there is some reputable seller\installer around. Thanks

[@johnkane2026]

@@PHExpatPrepper any companies or websites specifically you could recommend? The filling station I am interested in modernizing is located in Tacloban City in Eastern Visayas. Not sure if the companies you’re aware have a presence there-but would appreciate any resources online or otherwise you know of.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

@@johnkane2026 I am in the middle of no where Luzon, so I have no idea about companies there, Google shows an option of: facebook.com/aquamastertacloban/

[@daveb378]

What’s your thoughts on the alkaline water? Me and the wife are thinking about getting a Kaegen, we’ve heard the alkaline water is better for you, but I’m still up in the air about it. Plus Kaegen is pretty costly.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Good question, and I answer this a lot. UNLESS you have a high stomach acid issue, you do not need alkaline. It IS good for gert, acid reflux and such. That is the only benefit. It is basically mineral water that is charged to change the PH. You can solve this with diet.. Different fruits, and veg have higher acid, and some have lower.

[@daveb378]

@@PHExpatPrepper thanks Bill!

[@PHExpatPrepper]

@@daveb378 NP.. hope it helps you make a choice.

[@conchitaross482]

locat pls

[@littleshopintheshed]

I really like your set up. What is the GPD for what you have?

[@PHExpatPrepper]

it will vary.. after I service the RO filters.. I can get almost 6. But it will run down to 3.. so anywhere in between, depending on service schedule. Thanks

[@thetrinitydilemma9300]

I really want to go into this business and desperately looking for vital info on bow i could start. I don't know if you could be of help.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Email me you thoughts? I can go over my experiences, and give advice.. sure.

[@XeusVillafranca]

This one is a pandemic proof business, when other suppliers are scarce, you can even barter it when SHTF.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

For sure.. we were extra busy during the lockdowns as everyone was stuck at home..and drinking more water than normal

[@russstenseng899]

Hi!! Im a new subscriber Ive been doing alot of research and due diligence in possibly moving to the Philippines. I want to live in paradise...but also be able to help those around me that are less fortunate! Is this water business something that would be needed/wanted/ useful in other areas? Getting ready to watch another video! Thanks!

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Hi, Water is life, and everyone needs it. Some towns have a lot of stations, some need more. I guess it would depend on the location and need. I found its a decent money maker, and provides me we water (and Ice) security. It does take some advance though, and capital. Thanks for the sub!

[@mugshotcoffee418]

Hey man, great info. What’s the possibility of messaging you directly to ask some water related questions?

[@PHExpatPrepper]

you can email me .. [e-mail]

[@mugshotcoffee418]

@ thanks for that!

[@rohand2922]

Hey Bill do you have a contact information. I'd like reach out to you. I'm from Canada living in the Philippines now. Thanks

[@PHExpatPrepper]

My email is listed in the "about" section of my youtube...

[@M1_moto]

That’s the most spit swallow I’ve heard on a video in a long time.

[@PHExpatPrepper]

Care to elaborate?

[@capriomichael1879]

How do I contact you? Would like to have a quick chat kindly

[@PHExpatPrepper]

look in the about tab for my Email.

[@capriomichael1879]

What is your WA to contact you?

[@kevingo9895]

Hi sir what area do you operate in? Sorry if I missed it in the video. Is there any way I can contact you through email or whatsapp?

[@PHExpatPrepper]

I live and setup the shop in Baras Rizal Luzon. My email is in my about info...