So I have been doing a lot of research into what system is best to replace the current iron and water softener we have in our house. Needless to say, each system has its pros and cons. We are on a well. Our water is actually pretty good, we get an occasional "metallic" musty smell to it but I think its because our water softener is failing. Some slight discoloration in the toilet tanks. Clothes are fine, no red or brown discoloration. Anyways, here is what I currently have installed from 2004:
CURRENT EQUIPMENT:
1. Culligan Gold Series Soft water Unit, 55" high, 10" wide (starting to fail)
2. Culligan Automatic Iron Filter (Iron Cleer) Two Units 53" high, 12 " wide (system is broken, not plugged in and has not run in 4+ years)
WATER TEST RESULTS:
Iron 0.405 mg/l (.403 ppm)
Manganese 0.247 mg/l (.247 ppm)
Hardness 110 mg/l (6.4 grams per gallon)
PH 7.1
Turbidity 1.4 NTM
Well Pump Test results: 10.3 ppm flow rate
The house has 6 bathrooms and 4 people (2 adults, 2 kids). We hardly ever run two showers at the same time. Maybe sometimes the washer runs while we take a shower (probably 80 gall/person a day).
REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT:
1. For the water softener, looking at getting the following unit:
Fusion NLT Professional Grade Metered Water Softener from USWater Systems
Price is $1395. SKU 086-FNLT
Unit looks robust and i like the control panel option on it.
Any other ideas??
As far as the iron removal, not sure where to go and what system to get and this is where I REALLY NEED SOME GUIDANCE.
1. Hydrogen Peroxide Systems
Im a little weary of these systems and really don't want to spend $400 a year for the 30-40 gallons of hydrogen peroxide refills. Don't really want the hassle either and not really sure our water is that bad that I need a system like this.
2. Katalox Lite
Thought this may be my answer but then read a ton of reviews mentioning that Katalox Lite is not doing as well as was initially expected. Also many reports of PH skyrocketing after install as well as increased odors in the water. Wary of the mixed results and negative reviews in forums.
3. Pyrolox
From my research, it appears to take an extreme amount of GPM to backwash effectively. Not crazy about wasting that much water and resources and Im limited to 10 ppm with my well pump. Also not effective in lower PH applications.
4. Terminox ISM
From budget water.com. They say its a better media than straight Pyrolox systems but who knows.
Possible idea:
I liked the Pro Ox Iron Filter systems 5900 but this may just be a Pyrolox system requiring continual backwash and like I mentioned, my well only puts out 10 gpm.
https://www.cleanwaterstore.com/pro...-ox-iron-filter-5900-bt-20-cf-1252-12x52.html
Overall, Im planning on avoiding Greensand or Birm systems. Also a little leary of a system with a chlorine additive.
Any other ideas would be appreciated!!
CURRENT EQUIPMENT:
1. Culligan Gold Series Soft water Unit, 55" high, 10" wide (starting to fail)
2. Culligan Automatic Iron Filter (Iron Cleer) Two Units 53" high, 12 " wide (system is broken, not plugged in and has not run in 4+ years)
WATER TEST RESULTS:
Iron 0.405 mg/l (.403 ppm)
Manganese 0.247 mg/l (.247 ppm)
Hardness 110 mg/l (6.4 grams per gallon)
PH 7.1
Turbidity 1.4 NTM
Well Pump Test results: 10.3 ppm flow rate
The house has 6 bathrooms and 4 people (2 adults, 2 kids). We hardly ever run two showers at the same time. Maybe sometimes the washer runs while we take a shower (probably 80 gall/person a day).
REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT:
1. For the water softener, looking at getting the following unit:
Fusion NLT Professional Grade Metered Water Softener from USWater Systems
Price is $1395. SKU 086-FNLT
Unit looks robust and i like the control panel option on it.
Any other ideas??
As far as the iron removal, not sure where to go and what system to get and this is where I REALLY NEED SOME GUIDANCE.
1. Hydrogen Peroxide Systems
Im a little weary of these systems and really don't want to spend $400 a year for the 30-40 gallons of hydrogen peroxide refills. Don't really want the hassle either and not really sure our water is that bad that I need a system like this.
2. Katalox Lite
Thought this may be my answer but then read a ton of reviews mentioning that Katalox Lite is not doing as well as was initially expected. Also many reports of PH skyrocketing after install as well as increased odors in the water. Wary of the mixed results and negative reviews in forums.
3. Pyrolox
From my research, it appears to take an extreme amount of GPM to backwash effectively. Not crazy about wasting that much water and resources and Im limited to 10 ppm with my well pump. Also not effective in lower PH applications.
4. Terminox ISM
From budget water.com. They say its a better media than straight Pyrolox systems but who knows.
Possible idea:
I liked the Pro Ox Iron Filter systems 5900 but this may just be a Pyrolox system requiring continual backwash and like I mentioned, my well only puts out 10 gpm.
https://www.cleanwaterstore.com/pro...-ox-iron-filter-5900-bt-20-cf-1252-12x52.html
Overall, Im planning on avoiding Greensand or Birm systems. Also a little leary of a system with a chlorine additive.
Any other ideas would be appreciated!!