Chloramine in Lake Michigan water
Chloramine lasts longer in the pipes than chlorine and needs catalytic carbon to remove it. We size the carbon stage for it.
Serving Glen Ellyn & nearby Wheaton, Lombard
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Glen Ellyn, IL
Cleaner-tasting tap water for your Glen Ellyn kitchen, with the right certified filter for your pipes.
- Installers working in Glen Ellyn ZIP 60137
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen water problems we fix
An under-sink filter in Glen Ellyn gives you clean drinking and cooking water straight from a dedicated faucet. We match the system to your water source and pipes and install it in one visit.
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.
Chlorine taste and smell
Tap water that smells like a swimming pool is common with treated municipal water. A carbon stage removes chlorine taste and odor.
PFAS and other contaminants
For PFAS and other emerging contaminants, we install systems with the matching NSF/ANSI certification.
Cloudy ice and spotted glasses
Hard-water spots on glassware and cloudy ice cubes improve with reverse osmosis at the sink.
Worried about lead
Older plumbing and service lines can add lead. We install systems certified for lead reduction under NSF/ANSI 53 or 58.
Hard water and scale
White crust on the faucet and kettle is mineral buildup. RO at the sink handles drinking water; a softener protects the rest of the plumbing.
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.
What we hook up and check
- 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.
- Refrigerator lineOptional line to the fridge so ice and water come from the same filter.
- Filter change planReminders and easy cartridge swaps so the filter keeps working.
- Whole-house optionsIf testing shows hardness or sediment, we can add a whole-house filter or softener alongside the kitchen system.
Options to choose from
Tankless ROCompact RO systems without a storage tank — they fit tight sink cabinets.
NSF/ANSI certificationsCheck the certification against what you want removed — not just the marketing claim.
Under-sink carbon filterA one- or two-stage carbon system for great-tasting water.
Reverse osmosisBroadest reduction of contaminants, including lead, PFAS and dissolved minerals. Needs a drain connection.
Before and after: kitchens near Glen Ellyn
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Installed
DetailA Glen Ellyn two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Glen Ellyn. The kitchen as it was: solid-surface integrated sink. The reason for the call: wanting better drinking water at the sink. After: a brushed nickel filtered-water faucet next to the main faucet and a slim tankless reverse osmosis unit under the sink. Work included under-sink installation, refrigerator line, plus whole-house options.
Before
AfterUnder-Sink Water Filtration in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Wheaton
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Wheaton Center. What we started with: white double sink. What bothered the owners most: wanting better drinking water at the sink. Finished kitchen: a matte black filtered-water faucet next to the main faucet and a compact reverse osmosis unit with a small white storage tank under the sink. The job covered system selection, dedicated faucet, plus under-sink installation.
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Wheaton →
Before
AfterUnder-Sink Water Filtration in a 1980s condo, Lombard
The site: a 1980s condo in Lombard. What we started with: stainless double sink. The main complaint was wanting better drinking water at the sink. Finished kitchen: slim filtered-water faucet next to the main faucet. The job covered system selection, dedicated faucet, plus whole-house options.
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Lombard →
Before
AfterA Glen Ellyn 1950s ranch: before and after
Finished: cabinets in light butter yellow with polished nickel pulls, black honed granite counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Glen Ellyn
The same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Glen Ellyn →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 Glen Ellyn homeowners
Is Lake Michigan water already safe?
Your utility treats the water to federal standards. Filtering at the sink addresses taste and anything picked up in your home's pipes.
Is reverse osmosis water safe to drink every day?
It is. If you miss the mineral taste, add a remineralization cartridge.
How often do filters need changing?
Carbon cartridges usually every 6–12 months; RO membranes every 2–3 years, depending on use and water.
Reverse osmosis or carbon filter?
If taste is the issue, carbon. For the broadest protection, RO.
Do I need a plumber to install an under-sink filter?
Not always, but RO systems involve the drain line and supply valves — a professional install avoids leaks.
Glen Ellyn contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Contractors must register with the Village and meet license and insurance requirements (Village Code 4-1-11); work that does not need a building permit is exempt. We take care of that before work starts.
Is Glen Ellyn water hard, and does it matter for kitchen water filtration?
Glen Ellyn's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from the DuPage Water Commission (supplied via the City of Chicago). That decides which filter stages make sense.
Does Glen Ellyn have lead service lines?
Village is building a lead service line inventory with resident self-reports and a public Lead Service Inventory Dashboard; counts not retrieved. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Do you work in my part of Glen Ellyn?
Yes. Our crews work across Glen Ellyn — ZIP 60137 — and nearby Wheaton, Lombard, Glendale Heights.
Working in Glen Ellyn
- A lot of Glen Ellyn kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Glen Ellyn homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
ZIP 60137
Under-Sink Water Filtration nearby
Other kitchen services in Glen Ellyn
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.