How Do I Know Which Water Treatment or Filtration System I Need?

Professional water testing reveals exactly what’s in your supply and what treatment approaches will work best. We analyze hardness minerals, pH levels, iron content, bacteria presence, chlorine concentration and numerous other factors. Testing results guide our recommendations, ensuring you invest in systems that address your specific water quality issues.

What Maintenance Do Water Treatment and Filtration Systems Require?

Maintenance requirements vary by system type. Water softeners need periodic salt replenishment, occasional resin bed cleaning and filter changes. Reverse osmosis systems require filter cartridge replacement every six to 12 months, depending on water quality and usage volume. Whole-house filters need cartridge changes based on water consumption and contamination levels. UV systems require annual bulb replacement to maintain disinfection effectiveness. We provide maintenance schedules and can handle service visits to keep your systems operating efficiently.

Will a Water Treatment System Affect My Home’s Water Pressure?

Properly sized and installed water treatment systems maintain adequate pressure throughout your home. Our technicians calculate appropriate system capacity based on your household’s peak water demand, fixture count and plumbing configuration. Modern treatment equipment incorporates design features that minimize pressure loss. In some cases, addressing water quality problems actually improves pressure by removing mineral deposits that restrict flow in existing pipes.

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Water Treatment and Filtration Services in Charlotte, NC

Charlotte homeowners drawing water from private wells frequently encounter acidic conditions, elevated iron levels and hardness minerals. CGC Home Services delivers water treatment and filtration services using Kinetico^® technology. We are an authorized, independent Kinetico^® dealer, designing customized solutions for each home’s water chemistry.

Charlotte Water Treatment and Filtration Solutions

Our water filtration and treatment services include:

Water neutralizer systems: Acidic well water causes blue-green staining, corroded fixtures and shortened appliance life. Our water neutralizer systems raise pH levels, helping protect pipes from corrosion.

Iron filtration equipment: Charlotte-area wells commonly contain iron that creates orange staining on sinks, tubs and laundry. Whole-house iron filtration captures dissolved iron before oxidation, which can help prevent unsightly discoloration.

Water softener systems: Hardness minerals accumulate on showerheads, faucets and inside water heaters. Our Kinetico^® softener systems use ion exchange technology to capture calcium and magnesium, delivering softer water that supports healthier skin and hair.

Reverse osmosis systems: The Kinetico^® K5 system helps reduce per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), lead and additional drinking water contaminants.

Whole-house carbon filters: Carbon filters help reduce chlorine, chloramines and fluoride from water in your home.

Free Water Testing

Determining your water’s composition begins with professional testing. We test water in your residence at no charge, examining factors such as pH levels, iron content and hardness concentration. Our technicians clearly interpret findings and recommend a suitable treatment based on test results.

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Why Homeowners Trust CGC Home Services

Partnering with us for water treatment service delivers these distinct benefits:

Knowledgeable water quality specialists

Our technicians understand Charlotte's unique well water challenges. We complete installations with care and remain available when questions arise.

Authorized, independent Kinetico® dealer

We are a reliable Kinetico® dealer, installing nonelectric systems backed by manufacturer warranties.

Family business since 1946

Four generations have maintained our commitment to quality workmanship and honest recommendations.

Solutions matched to test results

Your water analysis drives our equipment suggestions. We consider your supply source and budget when proposing residential water treatment options.

What Our Customers Say

4.9

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Professional would recommend them for anyone I would ever meet in the future

They have been my go to for the past 9 yrs. Always friendly and professional and on time.

Justin from CGC Home Services installed a part for a plumbing issue we had. He was courteous and professional. He completed his job in a timely manner. He did an exceptional job!

I had a whole new water system put in! Aidon was very knowledgeable, Professional and very polite explaining how everything works and things I had questions about.

Gavin was outstanding. He called and gave me an estimated time of arrival. Showed up as planned. Helped teach me to change filter and recommended a replacement schedule.

Ronnie was professional and efficient. Regular service and maintenance of our water treatment system. Very satisfied with the quality of our service. Highly recommend!

Thank you Jordon for your outstanding CGC service —- my personal recommendation to any. Jerry VB

I had an issue with my water system and Ronnie helped me walk through it over the phone!! He is the most reliable techs in any business that responds quickly and is more than helpful!

The sales process was easy and low pressure. My concerns and requests were listened to. Scheduling installation was easy and I didn't have to wait for an installation date. It didn't take long to install, set up and test the system. Brandon, the installer was prompt, courteous and very friendly. His workmanship looks great.

Michael was very friendly helpful answers all my questions. He did a great job.

We had the pleasure of meeting with Abraham Rukab who, very eloquently in a straight forward manner, explained the science behind the water treatment process. He was able to address any concerns or questions we had without a high pressure sales pitch. As a consumer I appreciate that. I understand things cost money, but it’s frustrating when people try to sell you what you don’t need to make a buck. Building a trusted relationship is how a customer base is built. I truly feel like that is what we got…no BS. In this day and age it’s refreshing to have a personal connection. I can’t speak for the Kinetico system as of yet, but I am certainly encouraged.

very professional, honest and kind.

Very respectable and knowledgeable. Liz had answers for all of our questions, and was willing to explain how things work. We received the free water testing. She showed us how to backwash our softener system, and we are replacing the iron filtration in a few days. Looking foward to having her out again! Highly recommend Liz! Aidon came and installed our iron filtration system, did some minor work on our reverse osmosis system and got us all taken care of. Very kind and courteous, highly recommend.

Great technician!

Noah G ,he was vary knowledgeable and was a great installer

Michael is awesome

I liked how I received a text notification of the worker who will be coming to my house and a description of how he looks. I felt safe and secure about allowing someone in my home. He came as expected and provided knowledgeable customer service.

Really great people to work with

Very knowledgeable and took the time to explain the workings of the the system that was understandable for the first time.

Anthony was great, very professional and efficient. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Homeowners commonly ask these questions about water treatment and filtration system installations:

Will an acid neutralizer change my water's taste?

Neutralizers raise pH by dissolving calcite media into the supply, which adds subtle mineral content. It can help improve taste by reducing metallic flavors in the water.

What causes the orange staining in my showers and toilets?

Iron oxidation produces rust-colored staining when iron-bearing well water comes into contact with air. Even relatively low concentrations can produce visible discoloration. Whole-house iron filtration helps address the issue before water reaches fixtures.

Can one system address both hardness and acidity?

Separate systems are usually needed to address both issues effectively. The acid neutralizer treats the water first to help protect equipment from corrosive low-pH water, and the softener then reduces hardness minerals after the pH has been adjusted.