[Travelhunter123]

Originally Posted by Toymeister

Filters are well, filters. What gives our water hardness and a certain taste is calcium. The calcium is an ion attached to H2O. Filters can not filter out ions.

To remove the ions you need an ion exchange system, aka a water softener. It doesn't matter which brand that you choose. As ALL ion exchangers use the same process. There is no changing the physics/chemistry of removing the calcium ions.

Now filters do catch some particulates and you may notice that in the taste. Mainly, though, you'll feel good about having a filter. Psychologically that can make a huge difference to many people. But you don't get a new version of chemistry just because you have a filter, you need an ion exchanger. Sorry to sprinkle some reality to the owners of filtration systems

I agree about the chemistry
I wish I could post pictures of the visible debris in my filters
A heavy orange color almost like sand

[Travelhunter123]

Originally Posted by dewilson58

GREAT REVIEWS for Pelican, thanks for posting!!!!!

3,000 reivews.
88% of the reviews are Great or Excellent.

Looking at reviews below Great......a lot are unrelated to the Pelican product like: Tariffs, self-insulation, purchased the wrong product.

88%.....................outstanding.

What is the cost of a pelican system?

[coconutmama]

Originally Posted by Cupcake57

I like my NOVA filter. I live south of 44 and after 25000 gallons the taste changes; when they come and change the filter there is a lot of gunk in there that I am glad I didn't drink. I was a chemistry major in college and I understand the science about ion exchange vs filtration, but am very happy to have better tasting water and great service from NOVA.

We started with the Nova filtration system. Had it for years. Changed filter 1x a year. Liked it & then added the potassium water softener. Turn the valve off when power washing & car washing. Easy peasy. Great service. Great price. Recommend it

[Windguy]

Originally Posted by shirart

Any idea of the part numbers for the filters on Amazon. Even some description on the filters needed

These are the ones I’ve used, but I don’t think they save you money over getting them from Nova. You also need a wrench. Get a metal one instead of a plastic one.

The worst part about changing filters is flushing the pipes. I run my laundry sink and outside faucet before using any other faucets and it seems to work well.

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[PennyAndStan]

Originally Posted by Cupcake57

I like my NOVA filter. I live south of 44 and after 25000 gallons the taste changes; when they come and change the filter there is a lot of gunk in there that I am glad I didn't drink. I was a chemistry major in college and I understand the science about ion exchange vs filtration, but am very happy to have better tasting water and great service from NOVA.

Agree with Cupcake57, we had 1 whole house filter at our other home using well water which was fine but it should of been staged like the NOVA system , I inspected each of the 3 staged filters that Nova installed. Works extremely well, no odor and great taste . We tried the water on closing day without any filters installed, and the water did need a little help. Our home is also South of 44, maybe this is a factor.

[Larchap49]

Originally Posted by shirart

About 3 years ago we purchased the Nova Water Whole House Filter System and are not pleased with the results. I believe we were sold a bill of goods that were not true. When we read the promo it indicated we would have to change filters ONCE a year at a cost of $125. After the system was installed only then did we find out that the filters needed to be changed after 28,000 gals of water was used. We use about 3200 gals a month ( Water Wisdom on the VCDD site says normal is 2700 per month but back a few years ago it said 3700 was average for all style of homes in TV, I have it documented) which put us at changing filters every 9 months. All water for washing the house,the car, cleaning the driveway, watering plants all go through the filter system. The taste of the water from the system is not good even with a few drops of lemon added. We still buy bottled water. Does anyone know how we can take the system out and have the water reverted back to the original system? Any ideas would be appreciated.

If you are unhappy with filtered water what makes you think you will like unfiltered water? You do know there are different filter elements you can install depending on what you are trying to remove from the water. Do a little research and perhaps try a different filter assortment.

[kennethshifrin]

I have the 3 stage Nova system— softener, filter and reverse osmosis. Water, especially from the RO dispenser is the best water I’ve ever tasted. Filter will be changed after first six month due to ongoing new house construction. Excellent installation, results and service from Nova. I highly recommend them!

[Buckeye Bob]

I have the Nova system and love it. It was installed about 18 months ago and filters still show good.

[Jerry Leinsing]

Couple thing to use as rule of thumb. Number of months has nothing to do with the cartridges. It is load that determines replacement.
When volume drops then sediment cartridge needs to be changed.
Carbon is like a sponge that you can’t wring out or backwash. Once it is full, the odor returns. Then replace it.
All these experts giving advice do not read. I sold this and water softeners for years in NH. Because of the hardness here, I prefer a water softener because a filter will not fix that.
Dirt and rust = filter
Odor = carbon filter.

[joelfmi]

To keep your water tasting and smelling great consider installing the GE Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System. This water filter is installed under your sink for a discreet appearance and filters up to 11 Gal. of water daily. The reverse osmosis membrane helps reduce microscopic contaminants such as arsenic, lead and ammonia, for better tasting water for drinking and cooking. The filter indicator reminds you when to replace the filter.
Triple-stage filtration - Our triple-stage filtration process reduces 95 impurities from your drinking water, including lead
Lead removal - Lead is invisible, tasteless and odorless when present in water. Reduce lead with this under-sink filtration system
Design and function - Our filtration faucet is as functional as it is stylish, with a filter change indicator to alert you when it's time to change your filter
Big results, small footprint - Get the best in filtration without sacrificing your space. Our reverse osmosis system is easy to install under the sink
NSF/ANSI certified - Certified to meet the highest quality control standards. Full details found on the performance data sheet
Premium filtration - Maintain premium filtration levels with replacement filters FQ18PN and FQ18MN
Easy-change filter -Change filters in a snap with zero mess, thanks to the twist/lock design
Easy install - With push-to-connect fittings, you can install your system in no time
recommend by mater plumber THD

[davebeau60]

I've had the Nova filters for 3.5 years and been very pleased with it. The water tastes great and no more calcifications...and that's without the water softener. Maybe it's different depending on what part of The Villages you live in. I live in the village of Fenney and the water was very bad tasting before the Nova filter. Granted, I'm used to having my own spring in Maine bubbling out from an underground lake that was better and bigger than Poland Spring water not far from me. So, me saying it was bad before the Nova system was installed may not be so bad for others. It's just what you're used to I guess.

[Boilerman]

We’ve has NOVA for 4 years and are very pleased. Cost is reasonable with the taste much improved. I would never own a home here without one.

[shirart]

SORRY for YOUR misunderstanding. I am well aware of the Irrigation water not coming through the filter system. I was refering to my wife watering plants with the hose or with a watering container. You must be an EMPLOYEE of Nova protecting your interest in the company. It's called JOB PROTECTION. It's like most things in life it's a personnal opinion on any particular subject. MINE is, Still not happy with the NOVA system. I don't have a large Aquarium of fish that I'm trying to protect, it's just me and my family. I still feel like we were sold bad info before we agreed to have the system installed. Info in AD was changed after our purchase. UGHHHHH

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by shirart

SORRY for YOUR misunderstanding. I am well aware of the Irrigation water not coming through the filter system. I was refering to my wife watering plants with the hose or with a watering container. You must be an EMPLOYEE of Nova protecting your interest in the company. It's called JOB PROTECTION. It's like most things in life it's a personnal opinion on any particular subject. MINE is, Still not happy with the NOVA system. I don't have a large Aquarium of fish that I'm trying to protect, it's just me and my family. I still feel like we were sold bad info before we agreed to have the system installed. Info in AD was changed after our purchase. UGHHHHH

I have never had a filter system of any kind. I like the tap water just the way it is. But, it seems to me, that the Nova system is a system that allows your water to flow through cannisters that contain 3 types of filters. So, the water quality is entirely controlled by the type of filters you place in the cannisters. Why don't you research the different types of filters? Maybe you will find some filters that will fit into the cannister that will provide the water quality that you like.

[JSR22]

We and numerous neighbors have the NOVA filtration system. The systems were installed more than 8 years ago and everyone is happy. When we moved in the water smelled like chlorine. Since the installation we have great tasting water, clean clothes and dishes. I highly recommend NOVA.