Residential markets span domestic houses, larger estates with private borehole supply and residential housing for students or the elderly.
Private water is any water supply that isn’t provided by a licensed water supplier but is intended for human consumption. Residential water refers to the water supplied to houses for domestic use, including both indoor and outdoor water supplies. It’s commonly used for washing, drinking, cooking, flushing toilets, watering plants, and much more. Because it is so widely used, it’s essential that it goes through the proper filtration systems in order to ensure consumer safety, that’s where Fileder can help. We provide quality filtration systems for residential and private water supplies that remove sediment, chemicals, and other impurities from the water.
The Challenges
- Incoming water particulate and bacteria
- Water hardness and scale control
- WRAS and DWI compliance
- Heavy metal ions removal
- Taste, odour and appearance improvements
- Reverse osmosis quality water desired
- Bacteria control at tap and shower outlets
- Requirement for simple and effective maintenance
Stages of Filtration & Water Treatment
Residential & Private Water
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How We Help
Filtration plays an important role in residential and private water as it ensures that filtered water is safe for use, whether that be for consumption, washing, or other applications. Common issues that you can find in unfiltered residential water include:
- Limescale build-up
- Chlorine, taste and odour
- Sediment
- Bacteria and viruses
- Heavy metals
For the filtration of residential and private water, the following solutions are commonly used:
- Reverse osmosis – removes dissolved salts, heavy metals, nitrates, and more
- Carbon filtration – removes chlorine, bad tastes and odours, and chemicals
If you’re looking for effective residential and private water filtration, you’ve come to the right place.
Water’s Role in Residential Markets
Water is one of the most important resources in residential environments as it is generally used for all daily activities, such as drinking, cooking, bathing, laundry, heating, and even outdoor use. Water comes from both public and private sources; however, no matter where the water comes from, it’s important that it is treated and maintained to ensure it is clean, safe, and suitable for all domestic uses.
Residential Water
Residential water encompasses all water supplied to the home, both indoor and outdoor. It is usually licensed by a public water company.
Private Water
Private water refers to any water supply that isn’t licensed by a public water company but is still used for human consumption. For example, it may be drawn from wells, boreholes, or springs.
Advantages of Residential and Private Water Filtration Systems
Water filters provide many benefits for homeowners with residential and private water supplies, including:
- Health and safety – filtration ensures water is safe enough to drink and use for other daily activities like bathing and cooking.
- Improving water taste and appearance – residential water filters reduce chlorine, odours, and discolouration for fresher, better-tasting water.
- Protecting appliances and plumbing – filters prevent scale, rust, and debris build-ups in appliances and pipework, which extends their lifespan.
- Providing peace of mind – with proper residential filtration systems, households can trust that their water is clean and safe.
Residential Water Filter Applications
In residential settings, water filtration can be applied at different stages of use depending on the needs of the household.
Point of Entry
Point-of-entry (POE) systems are installed at the point of the home where water first enters. This ensures all water used throughout the property is filtered or treated and safe to use.
Point of Use
Point-of-use (POU) systems treat the water at the exact point it is needed. For example, a residential water filter will be fitted to the kitchen tap or bathroom sink. They’re designed to deliver high-quality, contaminant free water.
Compliance
At Fileder, we ensure we are manufacturing our residential water filter systems in line with industry regulations.
- WRAS – the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme is a certification mark that demonstrates that an item complies with the highest standards set out by water regulations.
- DWI – DWI regulates water quality to ensure it meets the standards, deeming it safe for consumption.
If you would like more information on how we meet these regulations, please feel free to get in touch, and one of our filtration experts will be happy to discuss this further.
FAQs
Why do I need a water filter if I’m on a mains supply?
Even treated mains water can contain chlorine, sediments, or other impurities that affect taste, odour, and appliance performance. Filtration helps improve water quality and offers added protection for your home.
Do I need filtration if I use a private supply like a well or borehole?
Your water supply needs to be checked to determine whether you need to have effective filtration set up. Private supplies can be untreated and can contain bacteria, metals, and other contaminants. Filtration and treatment are essential to make this water safe for everyday use.
Will a water filter reduce limescale?
Certain filters and water treatment systems are designed to reduce hardness, which helps to prevent limescale build-up in kettles, boilers, and appliances. We can help you choose the best filter for this.
How do I know which system is right for my home?
This depends on your water source, quality, and household needs. One of our filtration experts can help identify the right filtration solution for your property.
