Add-On
Pre-Sediment Filter
Your first line of defense against sediment, rust, and debris. Protects your entire plumbing system and extends appliance life.
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Your first line of defense against sediment, rust, and debris. Protects your entire plumbing system and extends appliance life.
Sediment and debris in your water supply can damage appliances, clog fixtures, and reduce the lifespan of your water heater and washing machine.
Prevents sediment buildup that reduces efficiency and causes premature failure.
Filters out particles that can clog inlet valves and damage clothing.
Keeps fixtures flowing freely and prevents unsightly mineral deposits.
5-micron filtration stops particles before they enter your home's plumbing.
No tools required. Twist-off housing makes replacement quick and clean.
See when your filter needs changing at a glance.
Up to 15 GPM. Won't reduce water pressure throughout your home.
Recommended: Change filter every 3-6 months depending on water quality.
Product Infosheet
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It depends on what's upstream. City water goes through municipal filtration before it reaches your home, so it typically has low sediment. However, sediment can still enter your plumbing from aging distribution pipes, water main repairs, or corroding pipes inside your home. If you've ever seen discolored water after a neighbor had construction work done, or noticed rust-colored water when first turning on a faucet, sediment is present. For city water homes installing a more advanced system like a softener or carbon filter, a pre-sediment filter is a worthwhile add-on — it costs little, requires minimal maintenance, and protects your downstream equipment.
Yes — a sediment pre-filter is almost always required as the first stage of any well water treatment system. Well water commonly contains sand, silt, clay particles, and rust from the well casing or pump components. These particles will damage softener resin, foul iron filter media, clog UV quartz sleeves, and shorten the life of every downstream component. Installing a sediment filter upstream protects your entire treatment system. We include it as a standard first stage in all well water system designs — it's not optional, it's foundational. The 5-micron rating catches particles invisible to the naked eye that would otherwise accelerate wear throughout the system.
Replacement frequency depends entirely on your water's sediment load. For city water, every 3–6 months is typical. For well water with moderate sediment, monthly changes may be necessary until you understand the baseline — then you can extend based on what you observe. The clear housing on our sediment filter lets you see the cartridge condition at a glance: a light brown color means it's working, a dark brown or black cartridge is overdue for change. Never wait until water pressure drops to change it — a clogged cartridge restricts flow and can stress downstream systems. We include a full year's supply of replacement cartridges with every sediment filter installation.
When new, the filter housing handles up to 15 GPM with negligible pressure drop — most homes run below this even at peak demand. As the cartridge loads with sediment over time, pressure will gradually decrease. This is intentional: the pressure drop is what tells you the cartridge needs changing. A small, steady decrease in pressure is normal and expected. If you notice a sudden sharp pressure drop, the cartridge is overloaded and needs immediate replacement. For most Houston city water homes, you won't notice any pressure difference for the first 3–4 months of a new cartridge.
The installation itself is straightforward plumbing — the filter housing connects to your main water supply line with standard fittings. That said, we include installation with every sediment filter purchase because improper placement defeats the purpose. It must be installed before the first water-using appliance or treatment system in the line, usually near the point where water enters the home. It also requires a shut-off valve upstream so you can change cartridges without cutting water to the house. We install, test for proper flow, and show you the cartridge change procedure before we leave. Ongoing cartridge changes are a simple DIY task that takes about 5 minutes.
The Pre-Sediment Filter works great as a standalone or paired with our Complete Home System.
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