Whole house filtration
Better water at every tap, shower and appliance.
Our Entry Point Cylinder treats water where it enters your home. One tank of layered media filters and softens it, so you drink, cook and bathe in better water, and your plumbing is protected too.
- Treats
- Every tap in the home
- Install
- Usually one day
- Upkeep
- Salt refills and scheduled service
What it treats
Built for city water.
Chlorine & chloramine
Catalytic carbon removes the “pool” taste and smell, and the dryness it leaves on skin and hair.
Hardness
Cation resin softens water by ion exchange, so scale stops building up on fixtures and water heaters.
Sulfates, nitrates & chlorides
Anion resin reduces these dissolved salts.
PFAS & organic chemicals
Catalytic carbon reduces PFAS, herbicides, trihalomethanes and other organic compounds.
Heavy metals & bacteria
A KDF copper-zinc bed reduces heavy metals and limits bacteria growth inside the tank.
Fine particles
Garnet and gravel layers trap fine particles and keep water flowing evenly.
How it works
Inside the Entry Point Cylinder.
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Catalytic activated carbon
Water enters through the valve and flows down through carbon that removes chlorine, chloramine, odors, flavors and organic compounds.
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Cation & anion resins
Ion exchange removes hardness and reduces sulfates, nitrates and chlorides.
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KDF
A copper-zinc alloy bed reduces heavy metals and bacteria through a redox reaction.
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Garnet & gravel, then up the center
A dense base layer filters fine particles (10–20 microns) and keeps the flow even. Clean water rises through the center tube into your home's pipes, and a flow meter tells the valve when to wash the beds.
Before you buy
Is it right for your home?
Signs you need one
- Your water smells or tastes like chlorine
- Skin and hair feel dry after showering
- White scale builds up on faucets and glassware
- You want filtered water at every tap, not just the kitchen
Good to know
- Pairs with our alkaline RO system for the best drinking water.
- Live in an apartment? The compact Cabinet System softener fits small spaces and suits 2–3 people.
- On a private well? A well water system is the better fit.
Ownership
Simple to own.
| Part | Typical interval | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Softener salt | Check monthly | Keep the brine tank at the right level |
| System review | Every 12–18 months | Scheduled visit by an authorized technician |
| Media service | Every 5 years | Scheduled maintenance of the filter beds |
| Bed washing | Automatic | The valve's flow meter schedules it for you |
Typical intervals. Your schedule depends on your water and household, and we'll send you reminders.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How much does a whole house system cost?
It depends on your home's size, your water and the options you choose. After your free water test we give you a written quote, with no obligation. Financing is available from 60 to 240 months.
Will it lower my water pressure?
Not when it's sized correctly. We match the tank and valve to your home's flow rate and number of bathrooms.
Is it a filter or a softener?
Both. The Entry Point Cylinder combines filter media (carbon, KDF, garnet and gravel) with softening resins in one tank, plus a brine tank for salt.
How long does installation take?
Most installs are done in one day. The system goes on your main water line, usually in the garage, a utility area or outside.
What warranty does it have?
The cylinder and control valve carry a manufacturer’s limited warranty of up to 25 years, as long as scheduled maintenance is kept up. See the warranty page for details.
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