Hard well water
Hard well water scales faucets and fixtures. A softener ahead of the filter protects the system and your appliances.
Serving Aurora & nearby Batavia, Warrenville
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Aurora, IL
Cleaner-tasting tap water for your Aurora kitchen, with the right certified filter for your pipes.
- Installers working in Aurora ZIP 60506, 60502, 60505, 60504, 60503
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen water problems we fix
Better-tasting water at your kitchen sink: we help Aurora homeowners choose between carbon filters and reverse osmosis, then install the system, the faucet and the drain connection.
Lead service line not yet replaced
While Aurora replaces lead service lines, we install lead-certified filtration for drinking and cooking water.
Pitcher filter is too slow
Pitchers hold a few cups and the cartridge clogs fast. Under the sink you get a full-flow filtered tap that is always ready.
Worried about lead
If you're unsure about your pipes, a lead-certified filter adds a layer of protection while you check.
Refrigerator filter not enough
One under-sink system can supply the sink tap and the fridge, so you change one set of cartridges instead of two.
PFAS and other contaminants
PFAS questions come up on almost every call now. Reverse osmosis and certified carbon blocks reduce PFOA and PFOS — check the certificate, not the box.
Don't want to drill the counter
If you'd rather not drill stone, we choose a system that works with your existing faucet.
Cloudy ice and spotted glasses
White film on glasses and cloudy ice come from dissolved minerals; reverse osmosis takes most of them out.
Included with the install
- System selectionWe recommend the system type and certifications that fit your needs.
- Dedicated faucetWe use the sprayer or soap hole or drill a new faucet hole, including in stone.
- Under-sink installationThe filter housing mounted under the sink with a shut-off valve and leak-free fittings.
- Drain connection for RORO systems need a drain connection — installed correctly to prevent backflow.
- Refrigerator lineOptional line to the fridge so ice and water come from the same filter.
- Whole-house optionsPoint-of-use filtration at the sink, plus whole-house treatment when your water needs it.
Options to choose from
Reverse osmosisThe most thorough filtration; includes a membrane, storage tank or tankless pump.
Remineralization stageAdds back minerals after RO for a better taste.
Under-sink carbon filterA one- or two-stage carbon system for great-tasting water.
Tankless ROCompact RO systems without a storage tank — they fit tight sink cabinets.
Under-Sink Water Filtration before and after — Aurora homes
Before
Installed
DetailUnder-Sink Water Filtration in a 1990s two-story colonial, Aurora
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Aurora. What we started with: solid-surface integrated sink. The main complaint was chlorine taste and a fridge full of bottled water. Finished kitchen: slim filtered-water faucet next to the main faucet. The job covered system selection, dedicated faucet, plus refrigerator line.
Before
AfterA Batavia two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Batavia, a typical kitchen for Batavia. The kitchen as it was: white double sink. What bothered the owners most: tap water that didn't taste right. The result: slim filtered-water faucet next to the main faucet. The job covered dedicated faucet, drain connection for RO, plus refrigerator line.
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Batavia →
Before
AfterA Warrenville two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Timber Creek. What we started with: white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: tap water that didn't taste right. The result: a polished chrome filtered-water faucet next to the main faucet and a two-canister carbon filter system with a shut-off valve under the sink. The job covered system selection, under-sink installation, plus whole-house options.
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Warrenville →
Before
AfterAurora kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen remodeling
Cabinets in white uppers and deep green lowers with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Aurora →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Aurora
What changed: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Aurora →Install day
- Tell us about your waterTaste, lead, PFAS or hardness — tell us your concern.
- Recommend a systemWe suggest carbon or RO with the right certifications.
- InstallationFaucet, filter, supply and drain connections — usually done in a few hours.
- MaintenanceWe set a change schedule so performance doesn't drop.
Under-Sink Water Filtration questions from Aurora homeowners
How do I find out if I have a lead service line?
Look up your address in the utility's service line inventory or check the pipe at your water meter; we can help you read it.
Do I need a softener with a well?
On most wells, yes — hardness and iron clog filters quickly. Treating them first keeps the drinking system working.
Reverse osmosis or carbon filter?
Carbon is enough for taste and chlorine, and many models are lead-certified. RO removes far more, including dissolved minerals and PFAS.
How often do filters need changing?
Carbon cartridges usually every 6–12 months; RO membranes every 2–3 years, depending on use and water.
Does RO waste water?
Yes, some water goes to drain. Newer efficient systems reduce that ratio a lot.
What is the Aurora building department phone number?
Permits go through Division of Building and Permits, City of Aurora, phone (630) 256-3130. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
What is Aurora doing about lead water lines?
About 16,200 lead service lines; City submitted its service line material inventory to Illinois EPA. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Is Aurora water hard, and does it matter for kitchen water filtration?
Aurora's water source: Fox River surface water plus deep and shallow wells (about 60% surface / 40% well, varies); reported hardness is 7 to 8 grains per gallon (120-137 mg/L). That decides which filter stages make sense.
Aurora plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for kitchen water filtration?
Interior plumbing work requires a permit. The City pages do not state plumber licensing rules (Illinois state license applies). Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Do I need a Aurora-registered contractor for kitchen water filtration?
Contractors must be registered/licensed with the City (application, required testing if applicable, proof of insurance naming the City as additional insured). Homeowners may act as own contractor if owner-occupied 6+ months with a Homeowner Liability Waiver. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for kitchen water filtration in Aurora?
It depends on the scope. Aurora's rule in short: Interior remodels, structural changes and interior plumbing always need a permit; electrical/mechanical may. We handle the permit when one is needed with Division of Building and Permits, City of Aurora.
Do you work in my part of Aurora?
Yes. Our crews work across Aurora, including Near Eastside, Tanner, Riddle Highlands, Palace Street — ZIP 60506, 60502, 60505, 60504, 60503 — and nearby Batavia, Warrenville, Naperville.
Working in Aurora
- A lot of Aurora kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Aurora homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in a historic district? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
Near EastsideTannerRiddle HighlandsPalace StreetWest SideFar East Side
ZIP 60506ZIP 60502ZIP 60505ZIP 60504ZIP 60503
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Other kitchen services in Aurora
Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
Kitchen Faucet InstallationFaucet swaps and new pull-down faucets.
Garbage Disposal Installation & RepairDisposals unjammed, repaired or replaced, with the drain connected right.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.