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 Northbrook & nearby Glenview, Highland Park
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Northbrook, IL
Cleaner-tasting tap water for your Northbrook kitchen, with the right certified filter for your pipes.
- Installers working in Northbrook ZIP 60062
- 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 Northbrook 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 Northbrook 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.
Buying bottled water
Stop hauling water bottles — a filtered faucet gives you clean water on demand.
PFAS and other contaminants
Many people now ask about PFAS. Look for systems certified to reduce PFOA/PFOS; reverse osmosis covers the widest range.
Don't want to drill the counter
No drilling required in many cases: we use an existing hole or a system that feeds your current faucet.
Chlorine taste and smell
If your water tastes like chlorine, an activated carbon filter makes it taste clean for drinking and coffee.
Hard water and scale
Calcium and magnesium leave scale on kettles and faucets. Reverse osmosis removes most of it from drinking water; a softener treats the whole house.
What the install includes
- Water checkWe review your utility's water report and look at your pipes before recommending a system.
- System selectionWe recommend the system type and certifications that fit your needs.
- Dedicated faucetA filtered-water faucet installed through an existing hole or a new hole in the counter.
- Under-sink installationMounting, supply connection and shut-off valve so service is easy later.
- Filter change planReminders and easy cartridge swaps so the filter keeps working.
- Whole-house optionsPoint-of-use filtration at the sink, plus whole-house treatment when your water needs it.
Models, parts and fittings
NSF/ANSI certificationsCheck the certification against what you want removed — not just the marketing claim.
Reverse osmosisBroadest reduction of contaminants, including lead, PFAS and dissolved minerals. Needs a drain connection.
Under-sink carbon filterA one- or two-stage carbon system for great-tasting water.
Remineralization stageAdds back minerals after RO for a better taste.
Kitchens like yours in Northbrook: before and after
Before
Installed
DetailNorthbrook kitchen, 1980s two-story: under-sink water filtration
A 1980s two-story near Downtown Northbrook, a typical kitchen for Northbrook. What we started with: solid-surface integrated 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. On site this meant dedicated faucet, under-sink installation, plus filter change plan.
Before
AfterGlenview kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: under-sink water filtration
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Glenview. What we started with: white double sink. The reason for the call: wanting better drinking water at the sink. Finished kitchen: a stainless steel filtered-water faucet next to the main faucet and a single large carbon filter canister mounted on the cabinet wall under the sink. On site this meant water check, dedicated faucet, plus filter change plan.
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Glenview →
Before
AfterUnder-Sink Water Filtration in a townhouse from the 1990s, Mount Prospect
This one is a townhouse from the 1990s in Mount Prospect. The kitchen as it was: stainless 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. Work included dedicated faucet, under-sink installation, plus whole-house options.
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Mount Prospect →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Northbrook
Cabinets in forest green with matte black pulls, black honed granite counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Northbrook →
Before
AfterNorthbrook kitchen, postwar bi-level: kitchen cabinet painting
What changed: the same doors sprayed in deep navy, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Northbrook →From the old unit to the new one
- Tell us about your waterYour water source, pipe age and what you want removed.
- Recommend a systemA certified system matched to your water and space under the sink.
- InstallationWe install, connect and leak-test the system the same day.
- MaintenanceCartridges every 6–12 months; RO membranes every few years.
Under-Sink Water Filtration questions from Northbrook homeowners
Is Lake Michigan water already safe?
It meets federal drinking-water standards when it leaves the plant. A kitchen filter deals with taste, chloramine and what your own pipes add.
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 plumber to install an under-sink filter?
For a basic filter, maybe not. For RO with a drain and a dedicated faucet, we recommend a professional install.
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.
Is reverse osmosis water safe to drink every day?
Yes. RO removes minerals along with contaminants; a remineralization stage adds some back for taste if you prefer.
What is Northbrook doing about lead water lines?
Village completed a full service line inventory (reported to IEPA April 15, 2024), runs a 50/50 cost-share lead service line replacement program, and requires full replacement of lead lines on properties undergoing substantial remodeling or demolition. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
What is the Northbrook building department phone number?
Permits go through Development & Planning Services, phone 847-664-4050. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Does Northbrook require a licensed plumber for kitchen water filtration?
Plumbing contractors: no village fee; must submit a copy of the State of Illinois Plumbing Contractor Registration (055). Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Northbrook contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Village contractor license required, good for one year: general contractors $100; electrical $70. We take care of that before work starts.
Northbrook water: how does it affect kitchen water filtration?
Northbrook's water source: Lake Michigan, treated at the Village's own filtration plant (two offshore intakes). That decides which filter stages make sense.
Do I need a permit for kitchen water filtration in Northbrook?
It depends on the scope. Northbrook's rule in short: Village lists separate permit types: Single Family Alterations - Interior, Electrical (new wiring/outlets), and Plumbing (new fixtures). We handle the permit when one is needed with Development & Planning Services.
Do you work in my part of Northbrook?
Yes. Our crews work across Northbrook, including Techny, Downtown Northbrook — ZIP 60062 — and nearby Glenview, Highland Park, Mount Prospect.
Working in Northbrook
- A lot of Northbrook kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Northbrook homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Development & Planning Services handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
TechnyDowntown Northbrook
ZIP 60062
Under-Sink Water Filtration nearby
Other kitchen services in Northbrook
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.