When your existing water treatment equipment starts reaching the end of its life, you might find yourself asking, “Where do I go from here?” That was exactly the situation for David, a homeowner in Lancaster, PA. He knew his water quality wasn’t great and that his existing water softener was nearing the end of its lifespan. Looking for guidance, David submitted a form through our website to learn what options might be available for replacing his system.

Within just a few days, we had him scheduled for our free water test and consultation. During the appointment, Stephen tested the home’s water and evaluated the existing equipment. Based on the results and David’s concerns, he recommended a new system designed not only to replace the aging softener, but also to significantly improve the overall quality of the home’s water.

Just a few days later, the HQ Water Solutions team arrived to install the new equipment. David’s home now benefits from the following solutions:

Whole-House Sediment Filter: Captures dirt, sand, and sediment before it enters the home, helping protect plumbing fixtures, appliances, and other water treatment equipment while improving water clarity throughout the property.

Water Softener + Dual Media Whole-House Filtration: This dual-media system addresses multiple water quality concerns at once, including chlorine, hardness, taste, and odor. Two separate media chambers maximize efficiency: the lower chamber softens the water, while the upper chamber uses activated carbon to remove objectionable tastes and odors.

Clack’s Hydro-Cure® Cartridge Tank: Constructed from durable glass-filled composite material for strength and pressure resistance, this tank holds replaceable cartridges that help remove sediment and chlorine before the water reaches the rest of the home’s equipment.

Chlorine, PFOA/PFOS, Lead & Cyst Filter: This specialized filter is designed to reduce not only chlorine for improved taste and odor, but also health-related contaminants such as lead, PFAS chemicals (PFOA/PFOS), and microorganisms. The result is cleaner, safer, better-tasting drinking water.

With an updated water softener and additional filtration equipment in place, David can now enjoy improved water quality throughout his home. From better-tasting drinking water to enhanced protection for his plumbing and appliances, this installation gives him peace of mind knowing his water is clean, safe, and properly treated.

Customer Says:

“Very happy with all the HQ Water solutions employees. They are professional, prompt and friendly.” – David H.