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Detroit Water Issues
Chlorine Taste And Odor
Chlorine is added at the Great Lakes Water Authority plants and kept in the water all the way through Detroit’s water mains so it stays disinfected. The most recent water quality report shows total chlorine with a highest running average of 0.95 ppm, and results from 0.59 to 1.08 ppm, all within the 4 ppm limit. That is a normal level for a large city system, but it can show up as a pool-like smell in the shower or a sharp taste at every faucet, which a whole house carbon filter is designed to reduce.
Disinfection Byproducts, Sediment And Iron
When chlorine reacts with natural organic matter it forms disinfection byproducts. Detroit’s highest running averages in the most recent report were 51.8 ppb for total trihalomethanes (limit 80 ppb) and 20.3 ppb for HAA5 (limit 60 ppb). Iron averaged 0.2 ppm in tap samples, and many older Detroit homes still have galvanized steel plumbing that can shed rust and sediment. Whole house filtration treats all of that where water enters the house, before it reaches showers, laundry and appliances.
What Is The Water Quality Of The Detroit Region?
Detroit’s water met federal and state drinking water standards, and the most recent report lists no violations. Lead sampling at homes with lead service lines showed a 90th percentile of 8 ppb, under Michigan’s 12 ppb action level, and PFOA was at up to 2 ppt, below Michigan’s 8 ppt limit. See the full results in Detroit’s annual Water Quality Report.
Culligan of Ann Arbor/Detroit serves Detroit and nearby communities including Ann Arbor, Novi, Troy, Rochester Hills, South Lyon, Milford, Milan, Clarkston, and White Lake.
Whole House Filter FAQ
We Have Answers!
How Much Does A Whole House Water Filter Cost Compared To A Reverse Osmosis Filter?
Whole house water filters are typically more expensive than reverse osmosis systems for a couple of reasons. A RO system only filters water at one tap, while a whole home filter operates as a water system throughout your home. Likewise, custom options to filter major issues such as iron and sulfur are not applicable to a reverse osmosis system. Think of an RO system taking care of your drinking water at one tap, while a whole house filter provides customizable solutions for all water problems – scale, hardness, laundry – throughout your home.
Do Whole House Water Filters Soften Water?
Whole house systems are designed to reduce sediment, chlorine and other contaminants, leaving you with cleaner, safer, fresher-tasting water. Based on the makeup of your water, Culligan may recommend a combination of whole-house filtration and water softening. Detroit water averages about 107 ppm of hardness, and minerals such as calcium and magnesium can decrease the effectiveness of your whole house water filter, so pairing filtration with a softener is often the solution your Culligan expert will suggest.
Will a whole house filter protect my family from lead?
A whole house filter is built for chlorine, taste, odor and sediment throughout the home; it is not the main tool for lead. For homes with a lead or unknown-material service line, the most direct steps are DWSD’s lead service line replacement program and a certified reverse osmosis system at the kitchen sink for drinking and cooking water. Many Detroit homeowners pair the two: whole house filtration for every tap and RO for the water they drink.
Do Whole House Water Filters Reduce Water Pressure
An undersized or poorly-installed whole house water filter will reduce your water pressure throughout your home, which can range from a minor annoyance to a major flow issue in your sinks and showers. You can prevent this issue by avoiding retail and third-party plumbers, who do not have experience installing whole house water filters as their primary job. Culligan also provides your product with a warranty, as well as maintenance options so if there is an issue, it can be fixed immediately.
Can I rent a whole house water filter in Detroit?
Yes. Culligan offers whole house water filter rental in Detroit, with installation and ongoing service from our local team, so you can treat every tap without a large up-front purchase.
What are the features and specifications of the Select Plus and Select Series?
- Control valve is available in 3/4” with the Culligan Select Series and 1” with the Culligan Select Plus Series.
- The low voltage, fully programmable Accusoft® Microprocessor offers easy data entry performance options that can be set at the touch of a button to meet individual needs.
- All programming is safe from most power interruptions and surges.
- The Guest-Cycle recharge feature provides an extra supply of conditioned water when there are more people than normal in the home.
- Non-corrosive 4-cycle motorized control valve directs water flow during service and reconditioning cycles.
- Sturdy filament-wound exterior, and smooth non-permeable inner tank.
- Available in outdoor models.
- Sizes Range from 8-10 inches in diameter to 51-63 inches in height.
What are the features and specifications of the Smart HE Sulfur-Cleer Filter?
The Smart HE Sulfur-Cleer filter is built for homes dealing with iron or hydrogen sulfide, though it can also be configured for other filtration needs. Features include:
- The air compressor is key to the aeration process which oxidizes the dissolved iron and hydrogen sulfide.
- On/off times adjustable to raw water characteristics.
- Automatic bypass valve provides the convenience of bypassing the water softener from the softener itself or by using the Culligan® Connect App.
- The easy-to-read back-lit display lets you know your softener is working and warns of system malfunctions.
- Culligan’s Connect App provides peace of mind with 24/7 monitoring and control of your Culligan equipment.
- Optional Leak Sensor provides peace of mind if there is a water/moisture issue.
- The media filter in the tank acts as an insoluble catalyst to enhance the reaction between the oxygen, iron, and hydrogen sulfide.
- Mechanical improvements, including design updates and indicator lights to make sure it’s always in peak condition.
- Exclusive, non-corrosive valve using motorized pistons that provide more reliability than rotary valve systems.
- Sturdy media tank with filament-wound exterior, and smooth, non-permeable inner tank shell.
- Optional Quadra-Hull® media tank provides four layers of protection and has a limited lifetime warranty.
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Why Choose Culligan For Your Whole House Water Filtration?
Not all whole house water filters are created equal…nor is the service to install and maintain them.
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Expert Installation. Easy To Use.
Culligan has been in the water treatment service business for more than 85 years…and it’s all we do. Your local Culligan delivers, installs and maintains your whole house water filter for you, so you don’t have to! No worries about shipping damage, unboxing, or installation location. Just schedule an appointment, then relax and enjoy great water throughout your home!
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Cure Problem Water With A Trusted Product
Problem water is typical of areas with well water or municipal systems that have hard water, iron, sulfur and other bad odor, turbidity, or low pH. Whole house filtration brings these problems to a halt, improves water taste and overall quality, and can lower your utility costs. Likewise, you’re backed by the best water treatment service in the industry.
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Unmatched Performance + Custom Solutions.
Introducing Culligan’s NEW solution for whole house filtration: The Aquasential™ Smart High Efficiency (HE) Water Filter, and The Aquasential Select Plus Series™ and the Select Series™. These filters are sophisticated to be controlled remotely. Additionally, we offer specialized solutions to combat chlorine, iron, sulfur, and pretty much almost any other issue your Detroit, Michigan area home’s water is having.
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Why Price Tags Are Deceptive
Unless you were an expert installer, you wouldn’t buy a water heater directly off Amazon. However, big box retailers, both in-store and online, take this transactional approach to homeowners for whole house water filtration. They offer you low price tags for incentive. But what they don’t tell you about are the installation hassle, the third-party customer service on both ends, and how you’re left to your own devices to maintain your system – don’t forget, your home is unique. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. If you truly want to save throughout the life of your system, go with the expert!
Product Benefits
With The Culligan Aquasential Smart Series Water Filters You Get:
Brighter Laundry
Clear Drinking Water
No Odor
Reduced Staining
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Our Most Popular Whole House Water Filters
Aquasential™ Smart High Efficiency, Select Series™ and Select Plus Series™
Reduce sediments in your water and contaminants that cause your water to appear, taste, and smell unpleasant. Your system can also lessen the taste and odor of chlorine, and prevent pipe damage and staining from low pH water. Additional customizations include:
- Culligan® Filtr-Cleer® Water Filters – Reduces Sediment Problems
- Culligan® Cullar® Water Filters – Reduces Taste and Odor Problems
- Culligan® Cullneu Water Filters – Reduces Acid Problems
Aquasential™ Smart High Efficiency Sulfur-Cleer® and Sulfur OX3®
The Sulfur-Cleer® was specifically designed to remove hydrogen sulfide and iron. The Sulfur OX3® offers a simple tank design with an environmentally friendly filter system that uses no chemicals. An affordable system for removing moderate levels of iron, it uses the natural process of oxidation to prevent black spots on laundry and fixtures. Additionally, it protects plumbing from the corrosive effects of hydrogen sulfide, increasing the life of your appliances and fixtures.
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Why Do Southeast Michigan
Homeowners LOVE Us?
We haven’t had any issues with service or the system. The price is great. We look forward to continuing service with them for many more years!!
We noticed a difference almost right away. The water tastes cleaner, there is less buildup in the kitchen and bathrooms, and the whole process was easy. Very happy with the service and installation.
Very professional installation, they gave me a great deal and soft water for the whole house it’s amazing.
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The Culligan Connect™ App For Water Filters
- Track your daily water usage, financial savings and environmental impact
- Monitor contaminants that are being reduced in your tap water
- Filter change notifications
Salt-Free Water Conditioners
- Ideal for municipalities with salt-based softener bans
- Eases cleaning of showers and sinks
- Reduces carbon footprint – no wastewater or electricity needed
- Cost savings include no salt purchases, reduction of water bill and scale damage repair costs
Water Softeners
- 24% in energy savings by using softened cool water to wash clothes
- 30% more out of your water-using appliances when water contaminants are filtered out
- 50% in reduced detergent costs when washing laundry, hair and body in soft water
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