What’s The Best Iron Filter

[@imbatido]

The only guy on KZbin with unbiased info.others are pushing their products

[@ridged8]

1st use a spindown filter to remove sediment. The PH must be corrected. Only then can iron be removed. water softeners come last in the process. Just went through this, with 10ppm of iron

[@markshag5149]

Very interested in this system and understand what you are saying about disinfecting the water lines in the house. I have a water softener that all water in the house comes thru. Is it ok to do this or will it ruin the resin in the water softener.

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

OneStop CheckShop you can run bleach through your water softener on occasion. I have only seen chlorine break down the media two times. Once because it went through the softener daily from chlorine injection and city water which has chlorine but it does take years to affect it. You’ll be ok for your particular application

[@mikealderman3640]

Excellent real world video man thank you so much answered a lot of my questions

[@jjoseph1278]

Question. Does the water have to be running for the cycle after the backwash to refill withthe tank with air? I ask because my system is connected to a sprinkler system that pumps water from the well to remove iron and if I run the pump for a complete 1:15 minutes I'll burn out my motor quicker. Can I just time the pump to run for the backwash cycle(15 min) and then allow the air gap to refill without water running. I know it's lengthy but I have to give some detail

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Yes sir, the water must be running in order for the tank to fill with air. I understand your concern about the motor going out on your pump. Rest assured it will not burn out quicker. They are designed to run for extended periods of time, the water running past the pump motor into the pump and thereby cooling it. The reason I know this is because I also owned a water well company and am very familiar with well pumps. kzbin.info/door/h8gBgQe5SoIFeW-xCkL5MA You will be fine, and your pump will last for years.

[@jjoseph1278]

Thanks so much for replying. And quickly also

[@bobjones9727]

Good info. If your well PH is acidic should you place a water softener before the iron filter? Also what do you think of the big blue iron filter cartridge's? Thanks

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Bob Jones it really doesn’t matter about putting the water softener first unless your iron ppm is high. If it is then you’ll foul you media before it collects any hardness. So I would put the iron filter first. You also want to make sure that if using an iron filter that your ph is in the correct range in order for it to work. If your ppm if iron is less than two you may find you don’t need a filter. I have never heard or seen a big blue iron filter. I’m thinking you’ll spend more money than necessary in cartridges or a product that doesn’t work. I hope this helps

[@terrymoege1260]

Is this a good system to use with a well. I have hard water (23g), a lot of iron that is leaving a lot of staining and the rotten egg smell? I appreciate all the good information.

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

I'm sorry it took so long getting back to you, however if you check out these two links I think you will find them helpful Fleck Air Injection Iron Filter- amzn.to/2BDD0jf Fleck Filox Iron Filter for low PH-amzn.to/2BESAuR You can also watch my other video kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHKaqX6oq9-Kqrs which may explain why I recommend these two types of filters. You will also need a water softener; a 1.5 cuft is my recommendation amzn.to/2OvtEw9 I really hope I have helped, if you have more questions please ask. Have a great day and please don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already

[@gregorymckoy3179]

www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_dp_s_mw_0?ie=UTF8&search-alias=aps&field-keywords=Air+Injection+by+Abundant+Flow+Water This is the one I have it will remove up to 27 ppm iron. I have been a certified water and wastewater treatment operator for over 28 years. Great video and advice. I have recommended the Fleck to many people I work with and they have been extremely happy with the quality of their water after installing the Fleck iron filtration system.

[@chipspence]

We are on a well and the following water testing came back (see below). I was quoted an exorbitant price for the install for an iron breaker and a softener. HARDNESS: 12 GPG (GRAINS PER GALLONS) TDS: 423 PPM (PARTS PER MILLION) IRON: 3 mg/L PH: 7 Would you recommend the iron filter that you have linked at the bottom plus a 48,000 grain softener? Thanks so much for your time. This video is awesome.

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Chip Spence I would do a 60k just to make sure it removed everything but a 48k would handle it fine.

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Chip Spence if you haven’t already please subscribe

[@chipspence]

Low Cost Water Softeners which one would you recommend? Point me in the right direction on Amazon? Also should that iron filter you recommend on Amazon be appropriate. Also I am subscribed now. Thanks so much for your help!

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

@@chipspence for the water softener amzn.to/3ar2rnI For the Iron Filter you can use this one amzn.to/2IjHbUU I believe it is cheaper but works the same it does not use any kind of media which is like the EDDY (the first one) or you can pay a little more and get the other one however the water softener will also remove the iron as well.

[@chipspence]

Thank you!

[@jasonhonn4929]

Katalox media has a PH operating range of 5.8-10.5... plus you can filter iron and sulfer simultaneous and it works great with the AIO heads.

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Jason Honn thank you. I had heard of it and if it works well that’s super. I am kind of old school and I stick with what has worked for me. Anyway thank you very much for sharing, have a great day

[@poundposh2391]

I have this iron filter installed right after the pressure tank, followed by a Pelican and I still am having to use a Berkey filter to get decent water. The Berkey candles are covered in light tan sludge and have to be cleaned often. Do you have any advice? Also our water turns everything it touches with a white film on them, glasses, faucets etc, I have photos if there is any way to get them to you.

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

A couple of things I would do is check the iron level before it goes into the iron filter then check the iron level after it comes out of the iron filter. As far as the white film I suspect your pelican system is not working because it doesn't work or the media is covered in iron and you will know the answer to that question after you test for iron after the iron filter. You may be better served using a water softener rather than the pelican system since a water softener also removes iron as well as calcium and magnesium Let me know what you find please so I can be of more help

[@Alphamales4Trump]

Great Job handles the 3 year olds questions as a Good dad does and GETS ER DONE on the FILTER VID. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@suzukisamuraimuddin]

Hello sir! Sorry to bug you but where did you get your testing kit? Looking to get one like it that will test for everything. Thanks again for the great videos!!👍

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

try this one or call them amzn.to/2NyjOLL

[@timsmith1029]

@@LowCostWaterSofteners That kit is currently unavailable. Any other option?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

@@timsmith1029 Sorry it took so long, this is the best I could do for the price, its $90.00 and does, hardness, iron, ph. amzn.to/3jOh7mp

[@Jefleopard]

Great video! Just what I was looking for. Thank you. Couple questions: What do you think of the fleck ironpro2. It’s a combo iron filter and Sofner? And what if the ph is too low? How to fix that?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Jeff to be honest I had never heard of the Fleck Iron Pro 2 before so I did a little digging and did not like what I found. Let me start by saying that the guys that developed this product did the research and are using the correct medium in theory but that is when it is used in the hands of professionals and not a DIY person trying to save money and I say this because there are always too many variables that must be considered as you probably know being a plumber. So I looked at the medium and this is what I found; High capacity resin which will remove iron, calcium, magnesium etc just like any other water softener will do. The problem I see with this is that if the user doesn’t increase the salt usage for the brine stage then there will not be enough salt in the brine in order to remove all those contaminants. Each one requires so much brine solution to be removed from the media resin thus creating a problem for the user who doesn’t know this. Secondly it has carbon for H2S (Sulfur) which is a good idea along with KDF55 but the problem with that is going to be that some of the iron in the water will oxidize in the well and still be pumped into the tank and will fill (clog) the micro pores and mezziopores in the carbon thus fouling it quickly. KDF55 is a very heavy media and they are putting 5lbs in the tank in addition to the gravel, softener media and carbon and water so it will be heavy and the end user will need a sufficient enough backflow in order to lift the bed to ensure it will be cleansed well enough. So my thought is to filter the iron out first with an iron filter then soften. The iron filter that is in the video is kind of a representation to this one amzn.to/2CfrsUX but the thing I like about this Filox iron filter is that it can be used with lower Ph levels, 5.0 to 9.0, according to the manufacturer. If the Ph is low and you want to raise it then I suggest a 2 cuft tank with a 1/2 cuft of calcite and 1/2 cuft of corosex in an upflow valve instead of a backwashing valve because every media tank that I have had to change out the media it was like concrete and the customer had to buy a new tank and media whereas in the upflow it is less likely to do that so when it needs to be replaced it can be dumped out and then replaced. I hope this helps. Calcite-amzn.to/2ChM1jt Corosex-amzn.to/2LjJ0Cc

[@adspremiumwepaypremiumfora1469]

Only in the hand of Professionals. Wow!! If we actually had those Professionals especially where I am down here in Galveston right next to Texas. I just spent finished building my own home I spent 2 years planning the build and because of building codes I only focused my efforts on what I could do without a license. Of those 3 "Professional" licenses 2 are why I am scouring the internet researching and trying to correct the faults of my plumber and well drill Professionals. I wish I could have saved all that money and took the time and researched and did it myself because right now I'm spending more and because of putting my faith in Professionals. I don't mean to be rude but I have been working on every problem that keeps arising from every so called professional that I subbed out. I am hoping after I disinfect my well (for the first time for some reason) it's been in service for nearly 4 months already. I still haven't got my water test results back hell I haven't received my drill report. Plumber was a hack and well guy was even worse.

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

@@adspremiumwepaypremiumfora1469 hey sir I am sorry that you had to go through that, you probably won't get a well report unless you call and tell them if they don't give you one you will report them to TDLR. Texas Dept of Licensing and Regulation, that will get them on the ball. It is law for them to pour bleach into the well once they have finished it, so it was probably already disinfected, but nothing wrong with doing it again. As far was water test results you can use one of these and do your own. This is a 10 in 1 amzn.to/3hakzHN I am not sure what you want your water tested for but these will do most everything except e-coli and the other one, I cannot remember right now, sorry mental problem I have. If you have other questions please reply to the video and not on here because KZbin doesn't notify me, that is why it has taken me 3 months to find you, which was on accident but I hope I was in time to help.

[@giuseppeantonioricciardi7776]

Awesome video. We are moving to a new home in a couple of months and I am trying to learn everything I can about water filters because our water has it all. Where do we start? Hardness level 7, tannins in the water, iron 2.0mg/L, sulphur detected, PH 7.8, T.D.S. 2000 ppm. I will need to tackle this one step at a time, so I guess I start by installing a water softener?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Giuseppe Antonio Ricciardi yes A 1.5 cuft or 48k water softener is a good start. It will remove calcium and iron

[@djoew221]

What would you suggest along the lines of a carbon filter and where it would be installed in your type of setup?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Dan thank you for asking, you will find the link to a carbon filter I recommend. A carbon filter is considered a polishing filter and is the last filter after an iron filter, water softener etc What that means is it is the very last filter before the home Here is the link amzn.to/2PmtANS I hope this helps

[@Thomas-ZET]

Great info, just ordered an iron (heavy metal filter) , we have a slightly high arsenic level with high iron in our well water and found out that arsenic attaches to the iron and by removing the iron it should also remove the arsenic (hopefully)

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

It sounds like you have done your homework, in addition to that you may want to install a carbon after the water softener presuming you have one. If not I may suggest one since ion exchange is another way of removing arsenic from water. The ion exchange process is what is done when the softening process takes place. You can call the manufacturer of the resin in the water softener and ask how many pounds of salt will it take to remove the arsenic. If it attaches to iron then you will need enough salt to remove it from the calcium and salt to remove calcium from the media. I personally would have done what you did and would ad a carbon filter after the water softener as the last line of defense and install a reverse osmosis under the sink for clean safe drinking water. Good luck sir, feel free to ask if you happen to have any questions

[@maireniarta9277]

Thank you for sharing, What do you recommend... just had a new well put in. I have hardness of 25, iron of 5.0, TDS, 445ppm and ph of 7.2. 4 people in my home so use quite a bit of water daily. My old system was a disaster so I really need something that keeps the bath and shower white and not brown. Appreciate any help you an provide.

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Maire, I am sorry for taking so long to get back to you. I would get this iron filter and put it in first after the bladder tank; amzn.to/3oQXbCg I would then put in this water softener; amzn.to/2QPGmey You may not like the taste of your water as it may taste salty or sodium like due to your high TDS, so I would recommend a Reverse Osmosis; amzn.to/3wvX8P4 Your pH is perfect, with this set up you will be doing fine. You don't want to get a bigger softener because you already have a high TDS and if you got a larger softener then it would increase your TDS. If you have any other questions please ask.

[@edthrall8140]

The unit you recommend is out of stock. Looking at the suggested unit I cannot tell if it is FOB FOC or FOK ?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Try this one Ed, amzn.to/36M8Ygs

[@Jefleopard]

Dude, I just read through the thread. You’re awesome. You must be from the Midwest. You’re very helpful and it is much appreciated. How did you learn so much about water treatment? Do you teach it to others?. I run a plumbing business in Colorado and have been wanting to broaden mine and my employees knowledge on the subject but can’t find good training. Would this be something you’re interested in helping out with?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Jeff Silverberg yes I’d be glad to help you and your business

[@AlcoholFreeAutomotive]

Is it appropriate to allow the bleach water into all types of iron filters when addressing the iron bacteria?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Todd you should have no problem with the bleach going through your iron filter. There may be some media out there that I am not aware of that cannot handle bleach but for the most part they are all safe as far as chlorine running through them

[@laurah7870]

Hi Thank you for sharing you experiences with us ! I have fairly heavy Manganese 0.731 mgl and a bit of iron 0.188 mgl I have A clack AIO filox filter for about a year now it became fouled with the manganese I'm assuming. I have been struggling with it ! It has been loosing its air pocket after regen! The air pocket appears to get created on the 50 min brine draw how ever when it returns to service the pocket is next to nonexistent what would cause this pocket go away when the valve returns to service mode Getting very frustrated with this valve, I bought Clack because I is a simple design How ever I am beginning to wonder if I made the right choice! I've been searching for info on how this mysterious valve works how ever there is very little out there for info!I have as of today installed all new parts in the valve injector piston kit the only part not replaced was the brine piston as I could not find one! Same problem not sure what the issue is? Any help would be appreciated!

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Laura H more than likely the check valve is hung up. If you put your colored into bypass and press and hold the regen button until it goes into regen this will take the pressure off. Then on the input side of the filter you may see something that’s not on the output side. This will be your check valve if not then it is inside. So loosen the large ring on each side closest to the valve, pull the bypass back and you should see your check valve inside the input side of the valve. Meddle nose pliers should get it out, pay attention to how it looked when it came out. Clean it in vinegar or purchase resup and clean it with that if it is fouled. You can also pour your vinegar into your tank and let it set for an hour or so to clean the media if in fact it is fouled. Usually it gets fouled because the drain line is plugged or is not letting the correct amount of water out which could also mean you have a problem with your pressure tank. But one thing at a time. Try and look at the check valve first. Hope this helps

[@laurah7870]

Hi thanx for the quick response ! Yup! I noticed that valve in there while I was replacing the other parts and like a dumbie I didn't remove and inspect it Because I had no spare parts if something broke. As none of the other parts I have replaced has changed the situation its defiantly worth a shot ! That valve Does not show up on any of the parts lists on the internet not a mention any where! I appreciate you helping with your comments, I gather it slides out and is on orings like everything else on the valve? Vinegar will hopefully not harm the orings? AS Trying to get a new valve or orings is slim! I am also injecting h2o2 so I am told that the air pocket is not necessary But in my mind the more is better for oxidizing! The well is a low yield well and is on a timer So This unit is circulating water from a cistern and back to it continuously. I am injecting on the out flow with the mind set that contact time is important .

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Laura H on orings and things you can contact this guy [e-mail] and he may be able to send you parts and if not softenerparts.com maybe able to help. If they can’t let me know and we can make arrangements for me to do it Also you’ll want to make sure that you have at least 60psi in order to backwash correctly. Feel free to contact me if necessary

[@racheld2057]

On a shared well. Don’t think my neighbors would appreciate bleach in their water. Can the system still be used without doing the bleach part?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Yes, you can even remove the valve and pour two cups of bleach into the tank replace the valve and then slowly run water into the tank and then turn on one faucet at a time in the home until you smell the bleach then turn faucet off and go to the next faucet until you have done the entire home

[@giuseppeantonioricciardi7776]

@@LowCostWaterSofteners Will there be a need to shock the well with chlorine a few times a year, or just before installing the filter?

[@Jefleopard]

Also my well is 40 yr. old. Does that affect the amount of bleach you might add?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

It can but depends on the casing. If your well casing is not pvc then that may be a reason for all the iron in the water and you run a risk overtime by creating a problem in your well casing and drop pipe since chlorine is caustic however the simple fix is once you pour your bleach use a water hose to thoroughly wash the bleach down the well, my suggestion is to run the water into the well until you smell the bleach coming out of the hose which usually gives you sufficient enough time to rinse/wash the bleach down the walls of the casing and wash it off the drop pipe. I have heard that wells in Colorado are deep and I suspect you don't have pvc casing. How much bleach to use in your well-agwt.org/content/water-well-disinfection-procedure

[@mcfc68]

Can you place the filter either side of a well pressure tank? I was thinking to place it before the pressure tank, so it doesn't affect pressure going into the house. What are your thoughts?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Hi mcfc68 I just talked about that but here is a video I made that will tell you and why, none the less you always want to put it after the pressure tank Here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmW2oWyfp6qNn6s

[@mcfc68]

Many thanks for the quick and really helpful response.@@LowCostWaterSofteners Exactly what I needed to know. Two more questions if you don't mind: 1) Does a Iron filter like to show negatively affect water pressure? 2) Are they truly self-cleaning or do you need to change the media every now and then?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

mcfc68 an iron filter that is too small can affect water pressure. I normally use a 2 cu ft system to ensure good flow about 12 gpm which is usually more than enough. Also note that if your pressure tank isn’t functioning properly then your filter will not backwash correctly and you will not lift and clean the media bed thoroughly and thus have build up and begin to lose pressure. Another note is the drain line. It should be at a minimum of 3/4” in diameter or it will reduce the amount of water leaving the unit and you’ll have the same problem as a bad pressure tank. Yes, all iron filters should be self cleaning meaning they backwashes in their own. The media only needs to be changed when the tank becomes fouled from a bad pressure tank or too small of a discharge line. I normally use filterag plus or filter sorb and never have to go back to exchange media. Some companies will tell you that in order to get more of your money. Now if someone makes the mistake of using carbon as an iron media to get rid of odor you’ll bed will definitely foul and the media will have to be changed, I hope this answered your questions :)

[@mcfc68]

Thank you sir. You are a very generous with your time and information and I appreciate it. Your kid makes the video great by the way.@@LowCostWaterSofteners

[@mattc3152]

The amazon link you provided is for a 1.0 cu ft system. Do you have a source for a 2.0 cu ft system?

[@Alaskasnowcrystal]

Will this work with a well that is only 5-6 gallons a minute?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Arctic Moon, I am sorry for the wait, I am just now seeing this, no it needs about 10-12 gpm. However, it may work if you have a large enough pressure tank

[@dennislogan9938]

Does the filter remove iron bacteria as well? If not, how can iron bacteria be eliminated?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Dennis Logan the Iron Filter will remove iron and keep the bacteria from growing however if you put chlorine in the well and let the water run until you can smell the chlorine then run that water into all your lines in the home and let sit for and hour then flush your lines this will kill any iron bacteria that may be growing in your lines and the filter will keep it out. I hope this answers your question if not feel free to ask again

[@ericcollins1217]

Will an iron filter remove ferrous and ferric iron as long as the ph is right? Is this a better option than a softener if the only problem I have is iron?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Yes, however I have never seen water that had iron without the water being hard but if yours is then use an iron filter so you won't have a need to buy salt and save money This is the one I used in my house when they first came out and they worked great and still do, so this is the one I recommend for the DIY amzn.to/2qR1Rih

[@lisalee9697]

I own a bait shop in Minnesota, and have a huge iron problem. A water softener is not an option because of the salt levels killing the minnows. How long will this Iron Filter last/have to be replaced? I need constant fresh water slowly squirting into my tanks.

[@jimtum1]

Firstly I'd like to ask what the pH level is so I know which type of Iron filter to recommend because there are different types for different types of water now and I only want to recommend what I think is the best if that is okay

[@ajnosek1528]

Using a water softener shouldn’t make the water salty. The salt is only used to recharge the resin. The water softener will flush the salt off the resin before it is brought back into operation.

[@jm92gt03gt]

I just got a quote for an Iron Breaker III, Have you ever heard of it and what kind of media does it have in it?

[@jimtum1]

Some companies will put what they want in it as far as media goes. The model has to do with the brand and new equipment or valve. What are you trying to filter out? I’ll get back to you on the valve

[@jm92gt03gt]

@@jimtum1 Iron, you know one company says they never heard of it but from your video it looks just like yours, I guess the other company just want my business by telling me they never heard of an iron breaker

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

@@jm92gt03gt Hey sorry it took 3 days to get back to you, KZbin didn't notify me. Anyway I looked at the company used to use called charger water and their iron breaker is the same as it has always been with the only exception being they are using a Clack valve like the one in my video and I explained why I used Clack. Clack overall is a better valve than Fleck but you cannot sell Clack valves on or over the internet because of all the phone calls Clack gets from DIYers when there is a problem. That is why I recommend Fleck because they have technical support for DIYers. Fleck is still a very good valve and is what I started with 15 years ago. So if you get a Fleck valve you are still in great hands. Not too mention with the Clack you have to have a special tool to remove the piston, seals and spacers and then you have to remember how many rotations you have to make in order to seat the piston correctly. So it is much more of a hassle than the fleck which all you need are simple tools from your tool box. This will work or ask for a silver 15 which is a larger tank and will cost a little more. Now if I installed it and you had an H2S, sulphur problem only then I would use a catalytic carbon, however, if it is iron I used filter ag plus. Here is the link, amzn.to/3rDJXsO if you have anymore questions please ask.

[@Tearflavoredcereal]

What’s a good media for low iron in water from well? I have catalytic carbon but it’s time to change it out. Trying to find something less pricey.

[@jimtum1]

I’m not sure what you mean by low iron but if it’s not more the 2 ppm use your softener however the best media is filter ag. Carbon is not good for iron as it plugs the media sooner. Filter ag never needs to be changed or replaced

[@Tearflavoredcereal]

@@jimtum1 what I meant by low iron is less than 2 ppm. I’m looking to replace my catalytic carbon media but it seem that not a lot of people mention filter ag. I wasn’t sure how good it is since it seems to be the lower priced stuff in comparison to other stuff like katolox light and activated carbon.

[@kunicooking]

Hello! How do you make sure you have the air bubble on the top? Thanks for your video.

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Catarino Hernández if you run some water slowly in the house you can usually here the water dripping in the tank. You sometime can tell by the temperature of the tank. Warmer up top cooler where the water is as you slide you hand down

[@kunicooking]

@@LowCostWaterSofteners Thanks!

[@marekj3124]

Hi thank you for your videos Recently I check my water again by professional service My iron is 6.5 Water hardness is 36 Ph is 7.0 Please let me know what you recommended for me thank you

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Marek, wow you have some pretty extreme water conditions. I would recommend the iron filter amzn.to/2NO0BIc to go in front of the water softener amzn.to/3w1nLfs These will do the job for your extreme water condition.

[@gurjotathwall]

What type of injector do i need for a ws1 2.5 cubic ft iron breaker? Or what color

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

It’s been a while but I think a white one

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

It will need to have a large hole. If you can, call charger water or terry at [phone]

[@gurjotathwall]

Thanks. I have a 48k which has the white injector though, and its a little undersized for my house and family. I want to upgrade it to a 13x54. What letter on your iron filter?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

@@gurjotathwall I have moved from there however, I think I’m remembering blue

[@nathanaeljean-jacques4100]

did you install the system yourself? is this something I can do on my own?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Nathanael Jean-Jacques yes and yes

[@nathanaeljean-jacques4100]

@@LowCostWaterSofteners would this be considered an Iron breaker?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Nathanael Jean-Jacques yes sir

[@TheScottEF]

The filter unit you're touting is imported; any one that you recommend that's made in North America?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

SteveBowen try softenerparts.com

[@MariuszChr]

I am replacing my old iron filter (with low nominal GPM, not worth reconditioning in my opinion), I am using softener after that. Will this filter work for Iron 3.7 ppm, 7.4 pH, 0.40 ppm Manganese? Or would you suggest different filter?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Mariusz this Iron Filter will absolutely remove that amount of iron with a pH of 7.4

[@MariuszChr]

@@LowCostWaterSofteners thank you! Is it worth going up in size, for lower water restriction? How is it work if we have two devices with 7gpm flow? Would we still get 7gpm at the end?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

@@MariuszChr Your well pump is rated for 10 gpm so I would go with the Silver Series 15, it provides 10 gpm of service flow rate although it may do more. I would encourage you to order this one and ask for the Silver series 15 because as I looked at other brands, they use carbon in their systems and you don't use carbon for iron. amzn.to/3afZwAV

[@dennislogan9938]

What is the best media to use? I see Mag ocx, chem-sorb-100, greensand, etc available. Also, one guy says hydrogen peroxide is the best way to remove odor and iron and that air injection can make iron bacteria worse. Help!!

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Dennis Logan I have used either filter sorb or filter ag plus. They both work very well. As far as oxidizer go ozone is the very best, peroxide is also good however the grade of peroxide used can be dangerous and is not the same percentage you get at the store Air works great also as it is free and does not make Iron bacteria worse since the air is what oxidizes it (makes it into a solid) and air exposure kills the bacteria air will also remove the odor. If you have more questions please ask. I hope this helped

[@johnwatters1496]

Good job on video. Very helpful

[@831CROW]

Can anyone tell me I understand that the flex system is a softer and softens the water does that other one the other filters the chlorine to how do you say chlorine out of them out of your water system I have city water

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

The Fleck is a softener and the very same valve can be used for a filter. When you filter out chlorine it goes into the micropores and mezziopores inside the small piece of carbon. I always tell people, when you either smell chlorine or you lose water pressure it is then time to remove the carbon and gravel and replace them both. If this didn’t answer all of your question please ask for more info

[@JheffDGamer]

very informative

[@kennethblevins6973]

as a home owner i have a well what is the best iron filter for a diyer and water softner

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

For the Iron filter I would say this one amzn.to/2S4dz1n and for the water softener I would say this one amzn.to/2oMnHC4

[@cloh7363]

Thank you so much for your videos and advice. New water softener is in the works, and now I'm thinking about a filter. I don't have too much iron (somewhere between .5 and 1--softener removes it), but I DO have a sulfur smell (both cold and hot water) and who knows what else in my well water. I tested ph somewhere between 8 and 9. Do you have a filter suggestion? With low iron, would I benefit from an iron filter? Should I just let the softener take care of the iron and get some sort of carbon filter for the sulfur smell? Are there filters that do both? I'm looking for low maintenance, meaning I'll pay the money up front to not have to replace filter cartridges all the time. Any advice?

[@jimtum1]

Thank you for asking, the Addie is a Iron/Sulphur filter, the way it does it is by oxidizing it with air, thus the little gray octagon thing in the back with the screen on it. If it was heavy when you bought it you'll want to ask what is in it, if it was super light then it is empty and that is okay too, that is how they were originally sold.I would say put the Addie in front of the softener if I knew what was in it. If it is carbon put it after the softener, if it is empty or has filter ag plus, fillox, burm, or some other media then put it before the softener as long as it is a backwashing filter. Never put a carbon in front of a softener as it will get fouled out by contaminants in the water, let the softener remove them unless for instance the iron is too high but yours can be removed with the softener.

[@atomicbeing]

WIll adding a Iron Filter remove the rotten egg smell that comes from the hot water only? thanks

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Richard Novo no sir. Usually that’s the anode rod. I used to take them out cut the rod off with a saws all and put the plug back in. The smell will go away. I’ve even had to do it when I had a water softener and iron/H2s filter

[@atomicbeing]

@@LowCostWaterSofteners why does it affect the hot water only?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Richard Novo it’s because of the anode rod in the water heater

[@atomicbeing]

@@LowCostWaterSofteners thanks for your quick reply! Is there any no salt softeners/conditioners out there worth using. Wife hates the way the salt softener makes the water feel... thanks for your expertise!

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Richard Novo yes. If you look through my channel you’ll find a review on saltless water softeners

[@nathanaeljean-jacques4100]

what is the difference between the two links on amazon that you provided

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

The one with the Filox will take out more iron and hydrogen sulfide and can handle lower PH levels since the PH levels need to be from 6.8 to 8.0 in order to work correctly

[@peacewithme547]

How much water pressure is required for both iron remover and softener

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

It’s best to have 60 psi for the filter in order to lift the bed Also keep in mind the softener and filter do not backwash at the same time. If you are having pressure problems let me know I should be able to help since I also owned a water well company as well. No pun intended 😃

[@peacewithme547]

@@LowCostWaterSofteners I believe I have 20/40 . I have an estimate happening wed. Thanks 😊

[@6969smurfy]

tanks for the video. get it?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Dan Murphy 😂🤣😂☺️😂☺️😂

[@dlg1776]

HOW MANY GPM ARE REQUIRED TO BACKWASH?

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

I'm sorry it took so long getting back to you; I was in the hospital for a week and a half. What exactly are you back washing a filter or softener and do you know what size it is?

[@markjachymiak5265]

After testing the water this is my results 43 gpg 7.0 ph 2.5 iron What do you recommend it for me? Thank you

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

I recommend an iron filter amzn.to/2D1RGdC and a 2 cuft water softener amzn.to/2U3LEii

[@markjachymiak5265]

Thank you very much !!!

[@markjachymiak5265]

But I do have 75 gallons fiberglass pressure tank right now To Oxidize the iron I can use the same tank right? The reason I want to upgrade because my system is 17 years old But it’s nothing wrong with the tank so I would like to keep it

[@LowCostWaterSofteners]

Mark Jachymiak if it’s still working then keep it. You only asked for my recommendation I hope I am able to help you

[@markjachymiak5265]

Low Cost Water Softeners It’s working But media needs to be changed because it’s 17 years old It’s iron and water softener filters 48 000 1.5 cubic both of them Only problem I have I cannot get anything online for my system Not even a manual😊 And thank you for your help because You know what you’re talking about Because I do all my maintenance of mine and I know how it is And some companies told me the iron being 2.5 I don’t need Iron filter 🤔 Water Softner will take of it But when I do clean my iron filter and I have to re-pressurize every year or more my water tank I know how much iron I have And I check how much resin cost That’s why I would like to buy everything new .thank you for your time I really appreciate it

[@willbart1236]

coke spoon 😂 now how would you know that?

[@bukinut]

He looks like me....never done coke

[@timsmith1029]

😂😂😂

[@kencarlton9939]

Interesting 🤔 I don't think it's possible to perform this type of work on drugs.

[@Cotronixco]

Open the door one inch and watch the show.