Lowcountry PureFlow FAQ Library
Why Do I Need a Whole-Home Water Filtration System?
Q: Isn’t city water already safe?
A: Municipal water is treated to meet minimum safety standards, but it can still contain chlorine, chloramines, sediment, and traces of contaminants like lead, pesticides, and PFAS “forever chemicals.” A whole-home system adds an extra layer of protection for your family.​
Q: What about well water?
A: Well water often contains iron, sulfur, manganese, bacteria, or high hardness. A customized whole-home system treats these issues at the source, so every tap in your home delivers safe, great-tasting water.​
Q: Why filter all the water instead of just my kitchen faucet?
A: Because you don’t just drink water—you bathe in it, wash clothes in it, and cook with it. Whole-home filtration ensures every faucet, shower, and appliance is protected. That means healthier skin and hair, cleaner laundry, and longer appliance life.​
Q: Will a whole-home system replace bottled water?
A: Yes. With professional filtration, your water is cleaner than most bottled water—and you save money while cutting down on plastic waste.​
Q: Does a whole-home system save money long-term?
A: Absolutely. Cleaner water reduces plumbing repairs, extends the life of appliances like water heaters and dishwashers, and eliminates recurring bottled water costs.
​Q: Is it difficult to maintain?
A: No. Our systems are designed for easy maintenance with professional service available. Most families only need a simple annual checkup.​
Q: What makes Lowcountry PureFlow different?
A: We design systems specifically for Lowcountry water issues, from city chlorine/chloramines to coastal well iron and sulfur. No “one-size-fits-all” solutions—just proven, tailored protection.
Why we dont sell Salt-Free water softners
Q: Do salt-free water softeners actually work?
A: Despite the marketing, “salt-free softeners” don’t truly soften water. They may reduce scale buildup a little but they don’t remove hardness minerals like calcium and magnesium. At Lowcountry PureFlow, we only install proven systems that actually soften your water.​
Q: What’s the difference between a water softener and a water conditioner?
A: A softener removes hardness minerals using ion exchange, delivering truly soft water. A “conditioner” often just changes how minerals interact, with inconsistent results. Many “conditioners” are overpriced gimmicks.​
Q: Is a whole-home filtration system worth it?
A: Yes. Whole-home systems filter every tap in your home—removing chlorine, sediment, iron, sulfur, and other contaminants. This protects your plumbing, improves water taste, and extends the life of appliances.​
Q: Will a whole-home system also filter my drinking water?
A: Absolutely. You’ll enjoy cleaner, safer water from every faucet without relying on plastic bottles.
Plastic Bottles & Clean Water Issues
Q: Why should I stop buying bottled water?
A: Bottled water is expensive, wasteful, and often no cleaner than tap water. Most bottles are made from plastic that ends up in landfills or oceans—adding to the global pollution crisis.​
Q: How much plastic waste do water bottles create?
A: The U.S. alone uses over 50 billion plastic water bottles every year. Less than 30% get recycled, meaning billions of bottles pollute our environment annually.​
Q: Is bottled water safer than filtered tap water?
A: Not necessarily. Many bottled waters are just filtered municipal water. With a professionally installed home filtration system, you can enjoy water that’s often cleaner and safer than bottled—without the plastic waste.​Q: How does filtered tap water save money?
A: The average family spends hundreds of dollars a year on bottled water. A whole-home system pays for itself quickly by eliminating that recurring cost.
Water Issues in the U.S. & Around the World
Q: What are the biggest water problems in the United States?
A: Common issues include aging infrastructure, lead contamination, PFAS “forever chemicals,” agricultural runoff, and regional water shortages. Hard water (excess minerals) is also a widespread issue affecting millions of households.​
Q: What about worldwide?
A: Globally, over 2 billion people lack safe drinking water. Plastic pollution, industrial waste, and climate change make clean water harder to access in many regions. Even in developed countries, contamination events (like Flint, Michigan) remind us that water quality can’t be taken for granted.​
Q: How can families protect themselves at home?
A: The best solution is a whole-home water filtration and softening system tailored to your local water conditions. This ensures safe, clean water for drinking, cooking, bathing, and cleaning—without relying on bottled water.​
Q: Why does Lowcountry PureFlow focus on education?
A: Because informed families make the best decisions. We believe everyone deserves to know the truth about their water quality, the risks of bottled water, and the benefits of proven treatment systems.
At Lowcountry PureFlow, we only install proven, effective water treatment systems. If it doesn’t soften your water, protect your family, and improve your home’s plumbing and appliances, we don’t sell it.
Call today for a free water test and a real solution.