[JSlaga]

Hi-we are new to the Villages, just bought a home in Lake Deaton. Can anyone direct us to information on whole house water filtration systems? Thanks!

[Mikeod]

We have the Nova Filter system from a sponsor here. Very happy with the system. Do a search for it.

[jimbo2012]

here U go

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/fo...rations-68945/

[villagetinker]

First, the water in the villages meets all state requirements (irrespective of what the water sales people say). Second you need to determine if you want soft water (the water here is a little on the hard side), and if the additional chorine annoys you (additional chlorine is added due to the lack of a significant cold season). There are much lower cost alternatives than the $3000 to $5000 systems that are being offered. I have a Sears water softener and a Sears whole house filter. Result, the water is so nice that I do not need Jet dry in the dishwasher and the crystal comes out looking like new. Sears has just brought out a hybrid system that has both function in one unit.
My total cost was $800 for the 2 units and $600 for the installation. I was new to TV at the time and did not realize I could do the install myself.

This is just my opinion and I hope it helps. In any case do your research BEFORE you do anything with the water system.

[jimbo2012]

Originally Posted by villagetinker

First, the water in the villages meets all state requirements .

Sure, if you look at the nova filters after year and see what dirt & scum they keep out of your system then tell me if U still think the state standards are what you want to go by.....NOT



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you need to determine if you want soft water (the water here is a little on the hard side), and if the additional chorine annoys you.

read the myths about water softeners

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/fo...-water-109230/


Remember most water softeners just soften no clean the water result is U get dirty soft water

they aren't needed just get the Nova system for $495, if you want a softener you can add it later, the whole house filter is still needed.

Just make an informed decision call Nova filters 631 338 1048

[JSlaga]

Everyone, thank you very much for your viewpoints and contact information...we will do our homework!

[rosygail]

I was not happy with the smell and taste of the water, since we came from a deep well water source. We got the NOVA whole house filter and I am very happy with the results. Now if I could just get COLD water out of the tap......

[MSGirl]

I come from a town that had very soft water! Had to wash my hair daily! Hated it. Moved here, and my hair never looked or felt better and do not need to wash it every day! Try the water before you invest.

[jimbo2012]

It's not about water softness, it's about what's in the water - chemicals, sediments & contaminant wise.

Those are removed with a Whole House Filter

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by rosygail

I was not happy with the smell and taste of the water, since we came from a deep well water source. We got the NOVA whole house filter and I am very happy with the results. Now if I could just get COLD water out of the tap......

If it is a whole house filter and your fridge has a water tap you should be able to get cold water.

[jimbo2012]

you will get cold water from the fridge, Rosy was referring to the tap it's temp is determined by the ground temp,

U also don't need to change the filters in the fridge

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by jimbo2012

you will get cold water from the fridge, Rosy was referring to the tap it's temp is determined by the ground temp,



U also don't need to change the filters in the fridge

But if you only get a trickle from the fridge remove the filter. You don't need it with a whole house filter.

[Happinow]

We had the Nova filtration system installed a few months ago. I'm not a water drinker so drinking water didn't matter much to me. We installed it so we didn't have to buy bottled water every time we made, coffee, tea or used it for cooking. I just don't think I want the water from the tap in my food. Just what I feel, no scientific info to back it up. The Nova system is compact, and installation was a breeze with Bob. He is very knowlagable and easy to work with. Now I feel comfortable serving my guests and making food with our tap water.

[Nova Filtration]

Thank you, now we know you're really happi now

[biker1]

We have two "big blue" filter housings that take 20"x4.5" cartridge filters. The first filter is a cleanable pleated sediment filter and the second filter is a "carbon block" filter to remove chlorine. From there, the filtered water goes to a water softener to remove calcium and magnesium ions (hardness). If you want a water softener, having a chlorine filter is a good idea as it should extend the life of the resin tank (where the calcium and magnesium ions are exchanged). We have soft water that tastes good. PM me if you would like to see the setup.

Originally Posted by JSlaga

Hi-we are new to the Villages, just bought a home in Lake Deaton. Can anyone direct us to information on whole house water filtration systems? Thanks!