Culligan Water Filter Review

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  • PLEASE SUBSCRIBE! This is my review of the Culligan WH-HD200C Whole Home Water Filter. I share my experiences with it, as well as address some BS negative reviews.
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  • @jimmarandola5096
    @jimmarandola5096 2 года назад +13

    Culligan Tech support recommends turning the top handle back and forth TEN to FIFTEEN times before installing the unit. That info used to be on their web-site, but the tech from Culligan International said that it has been removed for some reason. I installed mine in the Spring of 2021 WITHOUT doing this. In October, I could not turn the knob. (I never touched it before, as I never bypassed the unit.) It was difficult, but with some elbow grease and the wrench, I was able to get it to move, and I turned it back and forth the recommended 15 times. Works smoothly now. Also.....NEVER press the red button when the unit is under full pressure from the pipeline. Always shut the water off first. If you don't, water will get into the mechanism, and it will leak for a while. IF the unit leaks after installation and the O-Ring is intact and in place. Remove the housing and the filter and, with a long Phillips screwdriver, slightly tighten the screw that is inside the cap, just under the red pressure release button. Great video. Thanks. I hope my additional input is helpful.

    • @ariesmusicangel
      @ariesmusicangel 8 месяцев назад +1

      I cannot get mine shut off!

    • @senbertrand
      @senbertrand 3 месяца назад +1

      How much force did you need? Mine will not move either, and it’s starts to make cracking/popping noise and I do not want to break it.

    • @stevemenegaz9824
      @stevemenegaz9824 Месяц назад

      My top handle was stuck when I got it. I used a 18" pipe wrench to move the top handle before I installed it. Slow gentle force. It made a divot in the handle, but the handle can now be hand turned by hand. The supplied tool is a joke.

    • @senbertrand
      @senbertrand Месяц назад

      @@stevemenegaz9824 I found I needed turn the water off, to bleed pressure off, then it will turn. It’s annoying, but it’s better than dirty water.

  • @MrsGreycious
    @MrsGreycious 8 месяцев назад +2

    Thanks for this vid. Home owner told us the water bypass wasn't needed before taking it off...but yeah, glad I followed your info here and shut all the water down, 1000 times easier.

  • @stevemenegaz9824
    @stevemenegaz9824 Месяц назад

    I installed this filter at my water well to remove sand Much larger than old unit. I turned to top knob 40 times with wrench and recognized that knog was screwed up so I pipied it so I never will use the knob. My layout was 21"x21"x21". but I could have made it smaller to fit inside std plastic storage container. During warm months, I keep a heavy contractor garbage bag over the piping to prevent algae growth in the filter. The downstream pressure guage pokes out via a small tear. During cold moths, I insulate wrap all the piping and use loose insulation wrap to protect the filter and fill up up the second bag. I used vegetable oil to lube O ring as food grade silicone oil can only be bought online for $$$.
    My piping is all 1" PVC My piping is union, tee with3/4 hose bibb to blow sand out of tank,pvc isolation valve, FILTER , pvc isolation valve, tee with 3/4" connection for pressure gauage and finally union. The filter is mounted on a 4x4 that is about 3 feet in the ground. I use Tru blu for the pipe threads on the filter and on the hose bib and pressure guage connections. I used Otey primer and high performance cement and allowed 12 hr setting time, Very careful about gluing, so check video before starting. Blew well clear of sand via hose bibb before running water into filter. Not a single drip. RUns perfectly.

  • @mikeneff6057
    @mikeneff6057 2 года назад +3

    Thanks for the review. I bought 4 of these and made a diy step down system going 50 micron, 20, 5, 1 to a uv. They work great. The visibility is nice. However, it can be deceptive. A 50 or 20 micron filter will look much dirtier than a 1 or a 5 and the 1 or 5 could be plugged up and require a change. I used pex and shark bites. Put a shutoff valve before and after your filtration system. Throw a carbon filter in the mix if you need to clean up the taste.

  • @BIBTAP
    @BIBTAP 20 дней назад

    Appreciate the review. Came to RUclips to see if this was the right filter setup for me (same issue as you mention at beginning of video) and you helped me make my choice. Also you mentioned Amazon- it’s $20 cheaper there than my local hardware store. I’ll be ordering today! But… I’ll spring for the SharkBites. Just laziness on my part. Thanks again!😊

  • @kpforceone
    @kpforceone Месяц назад

    I used this same filter housing and it worked great for 5 years. It failed after the plastic molding seam on the top separated. I am not the only person that experienced a failure like this.
    Great video though.

  • @suehammond9548
    @suehammond9548 4 года назад +1

    Just installed this filter with a water boss 900 water softener and OMG can’t believe what a difference. It’s like night and day.
    Our water was just like Rocket Scientists water. We had to spray iron out which works like a dream in our bathtub, toilet and sinks all the time. The water pressure went down just a little but you can hardly notice it the trade off was well worth it. Extremely pleased and the best money I ever spent. Thank you for your video it really helped me pick out the right system.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  4 года назад

      Thank YOU! Glad it works for you!

    • @imfrompersia
      @imfrompersia 3 года назад

      Hi Sue, I have a boss 900 water softener and I am planning to get one of these filters. How did you do it? Did you add this filter to your already installed boss 900 water softener or you replaced it entirely? Please let me know, I appreciate it in advance.

    • @suehammond9548
      @suehammond9548 3 года назад

      @@imfrompersia I put both in at the same time. I don’t think it will be that hard to add your filter. You will have to reroute your plumbing. Mine goes through the water filter then the water softener. Put some shut off valves if you just want to use the filter or just your water softener if one goes out. I am really happy with the system!!! I hope this helps.

  • @fastrat37
    @fastrat37 Год назад

    I just ordered one of these from Home Depot. Thanks for the great review! I'll try to update after installation and see what I can filter out of our water supply here in Castle Rock CO
    They just installed a new system to re-use the waste water and put it back into the system due to the over-crowding here in the past 20 years!

  • @ralphwhitaker8761
    @ralphwhitaker8761 2 месяца назад

    Lol, you are a champ and so honest, I just bought it for the price, so ill install it this holiday coming when I'm off, and I'll come back to your channel for tips, thanks a lot

  • @mar1video
    @mar1video 2 года назад +2

    🤣 I’ve read that review on Amazon with water shooting 30’ out. It was hilarious ❗️
    Thank you for your review ❗️ Great stuff - your video that is. So is the filter !

  • @1973TJM
    @1973TJM 4 года назад +4

    Great video. I have purchased a whole house filter similar to this, and am awaiting help with installing it from my son (a contractor). I like that you did it yourself, and your comparison filter reviews. I wanted the larger GPM flow from the filter, so 1" works best for that. Also, the clear plastic cover allows you visual checks on how your filter is doing and is a great benefit.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  4 года назад

      Thanks! I love doing stuff myself. It can be intimidating if you've never done it. Best of luck!

  • @rogerwhiting9310
    @rogerwhiting9310 2 года назад +1

    After owning a few homes and many water filtration systems.... First...I would have a 10 micron or smaller filter. Lots of people use 1 micron...and thats ideal. AFTER the 10 micron filter I would have a SEPARATE charcoal filter for taste snd odor. My charcoal filter goes to the refrigerator and a separate spout....lasts a LONG time. Next...I have given up on built in diverters on top...they fail and leak. A nice ball valve before and after is all you need...the canister head has a button pressure release. Those are my tips for my himes now. There is a guy in here that cleans his 1 micron filter with oxalic acid ....and reuses the pleated filter 20 times! He even reuses the oxalic acid to soak them...4 times. He has a well...and obviously no charcoal combination filter. Lastly...plenty of plumbers make worse looking solder joints than you. They look good. My systems are all PEX A.

  • @downintheshed2449
    @downintheshed2449 3 года назад +4

    Love theses filters! Got 2 of them right before our softner and one after put softner. Ammmmmmmazing diffrence. I also use a carbon block filter on all three not the cheap stuff.

    • @Sharonal110
      @Sharonal110 2 года назад +2

      This is the exact comment I needed! Do you notice any difference in water pressure after installing the filters?

    • @downintheshed2449
      @downintheshed2449 2 года назад +2

      @@Sharonal110 I see 2 psi change. I have a pressure guage before all my filters and then 1 guage after the 3 filters and a softner and I am only down 2 psi. Honestly you would never notice and could even turn up the pressure a bit if you have a pressure regulator

  • @notmethanks816
    @notmethanks816 5 лет назад +2

    Maybe I can't see it in the video, but it is always a good idea to insert a bypass with three valves when installing a filter or appliance. This essentially looks like the following:
    --------------- valve ---------------
    | |
    | |
    valve valve
    | |
    | |
    ---------------Filter ----------------
    This allows you to have a proper bypass where you can shutoff the vertical valves and open the horizontal valve. This allows the home to have water service while the filter or appliance is being repaired. In some areas of the country this is code. Just a suggestion for future projects.
    Hopefully you used swivel connectors at the inlet and outlet of the filter so that the filter housing is easy to remove and replace. It is hard to see from the video, but I could see someone using a plain MPT/Sweat fitting and then not having an easy way to replace the filter housing without cutting the copper.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  5 лет назад +3

      I may not have shown it, but I do have a bypass system with ball valves exactly how you diagrammed it, which I must admit is rather impressive for a comment.

  • @jaimes1572
    @jaimes1572 6 лет назад +6

    Awesome review. Thank you for the info. Also pretty amusing while doing the daunting task of researching water filters.

  • @atxjax1
    @atxjax1 5 лет назад +2

    Thank you so much for your review. I am planning on getting this exact same model installed in my new home. I plan to put a shutoff valve before the filter to make the filter change easier.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  5 лет назад

      I have the same valve setup, highly recommend it! No need to fight with the bypass on the filter. It's real tight.

    • @atxjax1
      @atxjax1 5 лет назад +1

      @@RocketScientist Thanks for the input. I'm going to go with Sharkbite connections for mine because Im lazy and its fast.

  • @VERDICT_SQUAD
    @VERDICT_SQUAD 6 лет назад +3

    Here to show our support. We actually did a review of both a Brita and Pur water filter. We liked, watched and commented.

  • @mercwithacat9938
    @mercwithacat9938 4 года назад +2

    Good job always remember to pick up extra o rings and if your o ring gets stretched out toss it in the freezer for a little bit to shrink it back to size

  • @jzizzles7799
    @jzizzles7799 4 года назад +6

    Thanks for the review. I was wondering how the F I was suppose to turn the knob. And the filter wrench was the answer. (I could have probably just read the damn manual).

  • @Mathmusiciandlife
    @Mathmusiciandlife 2 года назад +1

    I run a 5 micro, love the 1” lines no effect on water pressure. I used shark bite fittings for easy install with a ball valve on both sides

  • @haroldhprittjr7007
    @haroldhprittjr7007 2 года назад

    We got city water and we had a smaller one and it did ok but two years ago we added this after the small one ! Now we use the small one for sediments then the big culligan to finish the job off . Now what we do is every three months change the small one and the the big one every 6 months it works out real well cause the new fridge got a water filter on it ! Yeah just like a good beer triple filtered water and ice . Who could ask for more ! Also for any one doing this he’s right on the rack to hold it and the pressure I installed ours as soon as thecwater line came in the house ! I put a ball valve then a tee off the tee first filter then second ! Down off the tee a valve and about 14 inches of pipe turn out and a hose bib so if I ever need a water hose there and the main part . SO YOU CAN LET THE PRESSURE OFF ! The bonus it’s at the lowest point in the house . That’s important if you have a leak and need to repair it remember the first valve shut it then turn hose bib on and all the pipes upstairs will drain out ! Then I can also use the hose bib to clean out my filter case ! It also leaves you between the valve off the tee to the hose bib to add another tee run a pipe for a hose out side un filtered of course but washing mud of or mixing concrete don’t need filtered ! Unless you cleaning the BMW or Mercedes’. We haven’t gotten that hi up yet so the Toyotas and chevys will be ok with unfiltered water ! And the rack is a must I made mine from bed rail and flat bar plumed all the filters and down spout in galvanized pipe copper between the filters and shark bite back to pvc ! Found little u bolt clamps to hold it on the parts that didn’t already have holes to bolt it and lag screws to the 6x6 header yeah if the house blows up GOD forbid you can look at the foundation and see it still bolted there full of water and everything else gone ! Great video great choice in filter live for it man ! Love how you educated those people on the common sense side of the street man some peoples kids but hay we all live and learn and do are best to help every one out cause that’s just what we do ! Great minds think a like stay safe man I done liked your video now let me go back and subscribe can’t wait man I just know your gonna have some more killer stuff happening I’ll keep a close eye on it !

  • @downintheshed2449
    @downintheshed2449 3 года назад +1

    We did have one that busted at the seam on top of the out side at 4 am! That was no fun but we got it fixed up with a new on under warranty it was only 28 days old. All good now.

  • @thomassmith654
    @thomassmith654 5 лет назад +2

    Great review - thanks for sharing. Especially enjoyed the extra review comments!

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  5 лет назад

      Thank you! Yeah, I get a kick out of those ridiculously negative reviews.

  • @michaelrobb9708
    @michaelrobb9708 3 года назад +2

    Absolutely amazing video. I’ve learned a bunch

    • @michaelrobb9708
      @michaelrobb9708 3 года назад

      I probably knew lots of this, it’s just an enjoyable watch

  • @worst141
    @worst141 7 месяцев назад

    one thing. when u change the filter dont wrench tight the housing after. all you need is hand tight and greasing the o ring. wont leak. i almost couldnt get the one that was on there off from the previous owner.

  • @davids.9583
    @davids.9583 2 года назад +1

    Thanks Rocket Scientist for the video! Getting ready to install the filter. The instructions say only use Teflon tape. With regards to leaks, I'm not too comfortable with that. Have most of you folks on this thread used only the tape as recommended? Did you have any leaks? The fittings I am using are brass and PVC.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  2 года назад +1

      Tape is just fine, no reason to overcomplicate it. Highly recommend Blue Monster. Its thicker and better quality than the cheap crap.

  • @MichiganPeatMoss
    @MichiganPeatMoss Год назад

    Nov 2022: Just catching up. Buying this model. Thanks, great video.

  • @mariasoriano2505
    @mariasoriano2505 4 года назад +2

    Thanks for this review! Also super funny.

  • @steveritchie4926
    @steveritchie4926 Год назад

    Thanks for the great review! I've been thinking of installing one of these, as I have a similar "rusty gunk" situation. Nice work!

  • @Dhartmann85
    @Dhartmann85 6 лет назад +1

    Thanks! Just ordered one with the better filters!

  • @AJDIYNetwork
    @AJDIYNetwork 8 месяцев назад

    Great job! I’m going to install mine tomorrow.

  • @kerrylittle3900
    @kerrylittle3900 2 года назад +1

    OMG. The previous owner was drinking swamp water. Can I ask is that city water you are filtering or well water? Thanks. Very good video. Makes one think about their health.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  2 года назад +2

      Its well water.. Yeah, you just don't realize how much gross stuff is in your water until you can actually see it.

    • @kerrylittle3900
      @kerrylittle3900 2 года назад +1

      @@RocketScientist thanks for the reply. That’s scary. You would think well water would be the cleanest and safest water to drink.

  • @chrisbonnet8588
    @chrisbonnet8588 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for the review going to put 2 of these in😁

    • @drod5157
      @drod5157 3 года назад

      Did you install it? you like it?

  • @2u263
    @2u263 3 года назад +1

    Great Informative Review Video.
    Thanks. Wondering about your thoughts on WH - S200-C vs. WH-HD 200-C?

  • @urbanturbine
    @urbanturbine 10 месяцев назад

    i guess it is not a big deal but you basically soldered the system with no flexibility. You will have to cut piping if you needed to remove or replace the filter body or rotate to adjust etc. But i guess that would be a very unusual situation. So, it should be ok. I plan to use unions on the inlet and outlet of the piping for that flexibility.

  • @shythawks9549
    @shythawks9549 6 лет назад +4

    hahahahaha love the reviews you showed. it never surprises me the things people say on amazon. i liked when you pulled into walmart on the go pro mount video and and the comments you were making were hilarious. maybe some more videos like that

  • @MC-yb5le
    @MC-yb5le Месяц назад

    I would choose a 5 micron filter, not a 25 micron.

  • @fubartotale3389
    @fubartotale3389 2 года назад

    I would have done a simple bypass loop with shut off valves
    Also a second filter with a finer mesh or a different media would give more flexibility.

    • @urbanturbine
      @urbanturbine 10 месяцев назад

      i have a bypass and almost never makes a difference at the house because filter change out is so quick... and the unit has a bypass just in case you have to do something long.

  • @johnserrano9689
    @johnserrano9689 2 года назад

    The real filters are actually still made in the United States! Unlike these Chinese here. Honestly well done review man and great for low budget.
    But want actually really good water from horrible water? Get the REAL one from U.S Water Systems. I have a deeper surface well that's not very good. I also have a family and a 1 year old that I will protect above and beyond no matter what. So I couldn't mess around with that style (but fine for city water supply) so I installed a dual 4 1/2"X 20" 222 seal unit with a 2" Rusco spin down filter ahead of it for fine sediment. Using the 5 micron Magna pleated with the Interceptor filter behind that my water is guaranteed against any bacteria, virus, heavy metal, VOC, basically any chemicals or metals you severely do not want! And my filters last a full YEAR! Plus after rainfall (water intrusion into the well water) I'd get surges of tannins which are actually very expensive and difficult to remove but us water systems Interceptor filter actually does the job, to my surprise honestly.
    As with anything worth it, ya get what you pay for period.
    Glad that little knock off unit works for you Man (I know how it sounds but honestly I'm not being sarcastic) but for a real permanent solution that once installed you'll be dumbfounded how you survived without it lol call U.S Water Systems....I straight up do not work for them know them or have any affiliation what so ever with them, they just are full on all pro, all American legit company that don't DCK around and their products are far far! Superior, work better last longer and cost about 5 bucks more. But these smaller companies are very hard for us to find without serious digging

  • @xeroforhire
    @xeroforhire Год назад

    "it's only as messy as you make it" 😅
    I love that part

  • @dadlifegarage2292
    @dadlifegarage2292 3 года назад

    Just got one for sediment from my well. Gonna use pex and sharkbites. thx for the video.

  • @babieangels
    @babieangels 2 года назад

    Thank you for this video!

  • @RO-Membrane
    @RO-Membrane Год назад

    the pleated cartridge is similar with our product

  • @dougbourdo2589
    @dougbourdo2589 5 лет назад +1

    Good review. I saw these recently at the local Farm & Fleet and was initially impressed. I especially like the 1" inlet/outlet as it tends to increase the continuation of flow.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you! I continue to be impressed with this unit. I'm currently using a 5 micron filter with zero pressure loss after 2 months use.

  • @aronjohn84
    @aronjohn84 6 лет назад +2

    THX BRO AWESOME VIDEO

  • @marys8232
    @marys8232 3 года назад

    Thanks for all the tips you're awesome

  • @mavirek
    @mavirek Год назад

    My townhouse has a covered front porch where PVC pipes hosted a water softener. We intend to place a screen to shade the Culligan WH filters from the Florida sun. We have a rough stucco exterior. Is it best to attach the Culligan WH filters to a board and then attach the board to the wall? I cannot imagine PVC fittings surviving the twisting and jostling involved in removing and replacing these canisters to change out filters without really securing these WH filters really steady to the wall.

  • @dclark66
    @dclark66 6 лет назад +1

    Great video. Just bought this filter largely because of your review. ONly question is what type of fitting goes into the 1" filter? is it male pipe thread?

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  6 лет назад +1

      David Caribou yes it takes a male 1" to 3/4", or whatever size your house pipe uses. Similar to one of these: m.grainger.com/mobile/product/5P031?cm_mmc=PPC:+Google+PLA&s_kwcid=AL!2966!3!166588641592!!!g!325537765342!&ef_id=Wu7TLQAAALoOKhAl:20180625235310:s

  • @DMac-gh7cy
    @DMac-gh7cy 4 года назад

    Great video and great information! I'll definitely a subscriber of your page.

  • @abdukhan55
    @abdukhan55 2 года назад

    Very use full info but late
    I buy water softener system from clear water not doing well I spend 2000.00
    I am new here in Guelph area
    For drinking water still buying water bottles in which area you are

  • @clintoncline8604
    @clintoncline8604 4 года назад

    Great info,Thank you very much

  • @BOOMBIGZ
    @BOOMBIGZ 6 лет назад +3

    Thank You for sharing this water filter review! I found you in James Cox comments and came by to join & support your channel! I hope you will enjoy our content as well! IAmACreator

  • @guapodel
    @guapodel 2 года назад

    If you want to read funny reviews, read cooking equipment like pots and pans or even knives. Hilarious. The nonstick pan reviews are my favorite.

  • @laihuey
    @laihuey 4 года назад

    cool video , plan to buy one soon, thanks

  • @Cosmickitten2012
    @Cosmickitten2012 5 лет назад

    So we are planning to have the whole home filtration system installed for a home with single shower and two sinks, starter home, the installer wants us to put in an over flow outlet like thingy for water to drip into? Lol don't ask me anyway, do the digging, to mainline, lay the concrete slab to sit the system on and buy a cover for it, it's going to be outside at the mainline. Total cost after "we do this work" is like 900$ +, where is your overflow or do you have one.

  • @Entertained45
    @Entertained45 6 лет назад

    very cool and informative. here to support you best wishes bud.

  • @qusai9014
    @qusai9014 2 года назад

    Very informative video! I have question about the filter Does it helps lowering the salinity with the AquaCrest Filter?

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  2 года назад

      hmm. i don't know.. My water doesn't really taste salty to begin with, so I don't have any comparison.

  • @btaluy
    @btaluy Год назад

    Great Video. Thanks

  • @bigsidable
    @bigsidable Год назад

    Man i love your video and your attitude. Your really good bro. Thank you for being real about shit. Best video ive watched yet. You just saved my day. Awesome.

  • @ralphwhitaker8761
    @ralphwhitaker8761 2 месяца назад

    I install the filter, the arrow is pointing on the direction of my well, i let the faucet open the whole time, after finish everything, i dont see no water flowing inside the filter, like you are showing, am i doing anything wrong? Thanks

  • @MiXReef75
    @MiXReef75 7 месяцев назад

    Great video

  • @Here.i.am.sendme
    @Here.i.am.sendme Год назад

    Ecowater systems is the way to go!!!!

  • @dowopden
    @dowopden Год назад

    Thanks great video, I too like doing stuff like this, Im gonna put the same system in, however I have a reverse ausmosis system already, which does not do the whole house, would I need to remove it and start new?

  • @Durkis0077
    @Durkis0077 5 лет назад +1

    Why does Culligans web site have no information on this filter or the smaller one? Where can I get more information about the filter and the cartridges ?

  • @mavirek
    @mavirek Год назад

    Can this be used for a 2.5 bath townhome with 3/4" white PVC ~IF~ I find the right adapter to accommodate your 1" in/out ports? Is there a filter with some descaled property, like citrus or soliphos?

  • @mirekfojt2723
    @mirekfojt2723 5 лет назад

    Nice video/review. Thank you.

  • @MC-yb5le
    @MC-yb5le Месяц назад

    what exactly is the purpose of the blue handle on the top, why would you turn ?

  • @rickt2419
    @rickt2419 6 лет назад

    Thanks for the review and time to make the video!
    Question: approximately how many turns to tighten the 1" fittings in to the filter without over tightening and if you used any teflon tape over the fitting thread? Thx!

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  6 лет назад

      Rick T Hi there! I didnt really count, but if i had to guess id say around 10 turns. I used teflon tape. I had to take it back apart once and tighten up cause of one little drip.

  • @positivelyportugal
    @positivelyportugal 2 года назад

    Thanks!

  • @michaelhardy2735
    @michaelhardy2735 5 лет назад +1

    3 water filters UV light set up

  • @mavirek
    @mavirek Год назад

    The bypass/off blue levers are very difficult to turn. My hands are still bruised up after 4 days from trying to move it 15 times before installing it. Does it ever loosen up?

  • @michaelhardy8589
    @michaelhardy8589 5 лет назад +1

    4 water filters whole house system

  • @michaelsherron5750
    @michaelsherron5750 9 месяцев назад

    "shut the water off" 🤣🤣🤣 FOR REAL!

  • @TriStarTravelers
    @TriStarTravelers 6 лет назад

    your reviews are great!

  • @auctionmusic
    @auctionmusic Год назад

    I live in phoenix. What about installing in a hot garage?? as the intake pipe is right by the garage door

  • @rd9008
    @rd9008 11 месяцев назад

    Great video. Is there any benefit of water softener in addition to using this filter?

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  11 месяцев назад

      For me there is because I have incredibly hard well water. If you're on a municipal water supply, you probably don't need one.

  • @platonkavvadias8541
    @platonkavvadias8541 2 года назад +1

    Do you shut off the well water pump before you change the filter?

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  2 года назад +1

      No need to do that. Turn the bypass valve on top of the filter so its pointing toward you, then press the red button to release pressure.

  • @jatimmonsjr
    @jatimmonsjr 2 года назад

    Great video. Did you install it on the street side of your water supply or did you install it between your water softener and the house plumbing?

    • @urbanturbine
      @urbanturbine 10 месяцев назад

      Nevermind what he did.... You should install on street side.

  • @kipbush5887
    @kipbush5887 5 лет назад +1

    They’re on sale now for $44

  • @mossfisher1806
    @mossfisher1806 Год назад

    I wonder how that would do with city water

  • @liohanyc
    @liohanyc 3 года назад

    Hey Man! nice video. Thinking of installing it. What is the pressure drop when operating it? Would be awesome to measure while open faucet before and after filter. Pretty please.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  3 года назад +1

      Hey thanks! I dont really have a way to measure it specifically, but I can tell you I noticed no drop in pressure. Even since going down to a 5 micron filter element, My shower at the farthest point away from the filter is still just as strong as without it.

  • @elanshudnow
    @elanshudnow 5 лет назад

    Great review.

  • @alohajason
    @alohajason 3 года назад

    Good video.
    Did you test the filtered water?

  • @pspoppy
    @pspoppy 3 года назад

    thanks for the review. I am currently looking to get a whole house filtration system. I live on a mountain and have the iron stains on everything and the laundry issue is a joke. Do you still have this and are you bypassing the water softner? Or are you going straight connection to the houses water in and out pipes? Hope you see this.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  3 года назад +1

      I have it filtered on the main coming in before everything, so it all gets fed with filtered water. The softener, heater, appliances, even outside hoses. I have a bypass piped in, but only use it if need be. I figured it best to keep as much gunk out of everything as possible. I did switch to a 5 mic carbon filter since making this video and it totally stopped all iron staining. Overall very happy with this setup and I may add a second one in front of the first with a 25 mic just to make the expensive filters last a bit longer. Best of luck to you!

  • @frankletizia7835
    @frankletizia7835 Год назад

    Is Aqua filter 25 Micron filter . THIS FILTER good use for well water ?

  • @jungleviper
    @jungleviper 2 года назад

    Just installed it. The 1 inch inlet that threads on is dripping maybe a teaspoon of water in a few hours. Very small drops. It seems like I can further tighten it but I'm worried about stripping it or cracking it.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  2 года назад

      If thats all, it probably only needs another 1/4 turn or so.. I cranked the crap outta mine.. its stronger than it seems. Only other option is take it back apart and redo it.

    • @mar1video
      @mar1video 2 года назад

      People are using Teflon tape and dope together to stop the leakage

  • @mohsanrasool
    @mohsanrasool 4 года назад

    Thanks for this video. Really useful info. How’s the filter now? Have you “upgraded” since?

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  4 года назад

      Just to a 5 mic w/carbon.. Works awesome

    • @sharonrose9552
      @sharonrose9552 2 года назад +1

      @@RocketScientist You shoud get a 50 micron spin down filter, like the iSpring automatic backflushing one. Then that gets rid of the 50 micron debris like the original filter caught, and it should extend the life of your more expensive 5 micron one. An extra month of life per filter would save you 30 bucks a year.

  • @talowery2000
    @talowery2000 4 года назад

    Thanks for the video. I have had quotes from 3 companies including culligan for softener, filter and RO any recommendations for a softener?

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  4 года назад +1

      The softener I have is a GE and came with the house. Seems to work fine.

  • @jaycahow4667
    @jaycahow4667 2 года назад

    Have you had anymore issues with algae in your clear canister?
    I have read that while clear canisters are nice to look at they can promote algae growth and it is better to get opaque ones. I would have pressure gauges inline and would watch for a drop in pressure to know when to change them out.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  2 года назад +1

      No i havent. Just the one time. I also switched to a 5 mic filter. So far so good

  • @FixItYerself
    @FixItYerself 3 года назад

    thanks for the review. I've been curious about what type of lubricant is recommended for the ring on top. It's good to know the bypass handle works; it sounds like people are too stupid to turn off their own water before changing a water filter. Have you added any additional filtration for drinking water? I plan on installing one of these in the well house and then two smaller ones with 5 and 1 micron filters in the kitchen for a separate drinking water tap.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  3 года назад

      I have one of those 5 gal. drinking water coolers just to drink. Currently running a 5 mic. filter in the culligan with zero pressure loss. i plan on adding a second at some point for a 5 to 1 mic.

    • @jaycahow4667
      @jaycahow4667 2 года назад

      Get some food grade silicone grease off Amazon

  • @BCRSIX
    @BCRSIX Год назад

    I must install this on an outside wall. What should I do to protect it from freezing in winter! Will build insulated box around it. Should I just shut the water off when it freezes (rare in Houston)? Any suggestions? Thanks!

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  Год назад

      Outside wall meaning outdoors? I wouldn't do that, but if you must, as long as its covered from exposure to normal weather. More importantly you can't just shut the water off. You have to be able to drain the pipes and this filter as well, or it'll just freeze anywya and split wide open. Its relatively cheap.. probably worth trying but don't be surprised if it doesn't last long.

  • @unclesnappy3555
    @unclesnappy3555 5 лет назад

    I have a city water supply that I never drink from. The rest of the lines of the home are subject to the chlorine, scale, and fluoride. I really have a problem with stinky wash machine, white scale build- up on the shower doors, and some black mildew funk that comes from the shower heads. I'm guessing the correct filter would be 99% of what I need to remove this contaminant correct?
    I have 3 full bathrooms but, only my wife and I live here so I don't have a huge water per gallon count.
    Would putting only 1 of these units in be enough to completely filter out my crud water? I know Flouride can't be removed with this and don't really care about that cause I'm not drinking it anyway. The dog drinks bottled water that most likely is filtered at their plants from tap water so hopefully no worries there.
    So would 2 of these in-line be a waste of investment? I have 70lbs of water pressure from the street and don't want to slow down the pressure or volume.
    Thanks for the video as well. I made a post on the Amazon site concerning this as well.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  5 лет назад

      Sorry didn't get back to you sooner. Your comment somehow ended up in the spam filter which I almost never check. As far as filtering ability, it's mostly about which cartridge you use. I have since gone down to a 5 micron filter without issue. No noticeable drop in pressure. I've actually been considering adding a second one of these filters also. A friend did and he has it set up with a 50 mic first to catch the big stuff, and a 5 mic after that. Works great, and extends the life of the more expensive 5 mic filter. I'd say that's a worthy investment. Especially now that these filters are hovering around the $50 mark on Amazon. Worth a try for sure.

    • @bigbuht
      @bigbuht 4 года назад

      That crud and white scale is hardness which these filters do nothing to remove,only a softner will remove hardness

  • @jandnoc
    @jandnoc Год назад

    How often do you have to change the filters? I've heard someone say he changes his once a month. Is that true for you?

  • @RVBadlands2015
    @RVBadlands2015 3 года назад

    Is it a carbon filter. Does it take out calcium and salt. I have a septic so I won’t use salt/conditioner.

  • @deejohnson5163
    @deejohnson5163 4 года назад

    Great review. Did you think of a multiple canister system with a carbon filter for taste ??? Thanks.

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  4 года назад

      I use a filter cartridge that has a carbon layer. It helps. I typically don't drink it anyway. I was more concerned with saving my appliances and faucets from all the gunk. I may install a second one just for a carbon block. I've been thinking about it. Thanks!

    • @mar1video
      @mar1video 2 года назад

      I’m in a process of installing 2 of those filters , 20 and 5 microns , after two other filters, but those are sediment (flushable) filters. I hope I can eliminate the water softener (salt) filter completely with those 4 filters. The sediment filters are 100 and 50 microns.

  • @NiGHTSaturn
    @NiGHTSaturn Год назад

    I noticed the whirlpool machine below, is this a water softener that has to be used as well?

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  Год назад +1

      That is indeed a water softener. The culligan filter is positioned before it just to keep most of the junk out.

  • @Mathmusiciandlife
    @Mathmusiciandlife 2 года назад

    Yes

  • @johnc3601
    @johnc3601 3 года назад

    Nice vid. Thanks !
    Question: I see your water flow is from left to right. My pipes are the opposite. My feed (main) comes from the right side. Can the filter be rotated 180deg so the water flows from right to left ? In other words can I mount the mounting bracket & emblem/button on opposite sides ?

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  3 года назад +1

      You can mount it however you need to as long as its upright, and I believe the button face and wall brackets are interchangeable, but the direction of flow is not reversible. Just make sure you don't mix up the in/out sides, and you're golden!

    • @johnc3601
      @johnc3601 3 года назад

      @@RocketScientist Thank you for the detailed foolproof reply 👍

  • @angelpadro6243
    @angelpadro6243 3 года назад

    My Wells outside can I put that outside with plastic pbc

  • @donaldthomason4588
    @donaldthomason4588 3 года назад +1

    Would this solve hard water issues when washing a vehicle?

    • @RocketScientist
      @RocketScientist  3 года назад

      No, in fact, I just washed my vehicle with my softener on bypass and it left spots all over. Had to go back over the car with a towel and some glass cleaner.