Chloramine in Lake Michigan water
Many Lake Michigan suppliers disinfect with chloramine, which ordinary carbon removes poorly. We use catalytic carbon rated for it.
Serving Palatine & nearby Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Palatine, IL
Cleaner-tasting tap water for your Palatine kitchen, with the right certified filter for your pipes.
- Installers working in Palatine ZIP 60067, 60074
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen water problems we fix
We install under-sink water filters and reverse osmosis systems in Palatine kitchens — a dedicated filtered-water faucet, a certified system matched to your water and a drain connection done right.
Hard water and scale
Scale is a hardness problem. We'll tell you whether an under-sink system is enough or a softener makes sense too.
Cloudy ice and spotted glasses
Mineral content leaves white spots on dishes and cloudy ice. An RO system gives you clear ice and spot-free water.
Chlorine taste and smell
A pool-like smell from the tap is the disinfectant your utility adds. Carbon filtration under the sink takes it out of the water you drink and cook with.
Pitcher filter is too slow
Under-sink filtration gives you a steady flow instead of refilling a pitcher all day.
Buying bottled water
If the recycling bin is full of plastic bottles, a dedicated filtered faucet pays for itself and frees up the pantry.
PFAS and other contaminants
For PFAS and other emerging contaminants, we install systems with the matching NSF/ANSI certification.
Refrigerator filter not enough
Fridge filters are small and often expensive. An under-sink system can feed both your sink tap and your fridge.
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 faucetWe use the sprayer or soap hole or drill a new faucet hole, including in stone.
- Refrigerator lineOptional line to the fridge so ice and water come from the same filter.
- Filter change planWe set up a replacement schedule for cartridges and membranes.
- Whole-house optionsPoint-of-use filtration at the sink, plus whole-house treatment when your water needs it.
Models, parts and fittings
Remineralization stageAn optional final stage that improves the taste of RO water.
Reverse osmosisBroadest reduction of contaminants, including lead, PFAS and dissolved minerals. Needs a drain connection.
NSF/ANSI certifications42 for taste and chlorine, 53 for health contaminants like lead, 58 for RO, 401 for emerging contaminants.
Under-sink carbon filterImproves taste and odor; many models are certified for lead. Compact and simple.
Before and after: kitchens near Palatine
Before
Installed
DetailPalatine kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: under-sink water filtration
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Palatine. What we started with: white double sink. The reason for the call: tap water that didn't taste right. Finished kitchen: a satin brass filtered-water faucet next to the main faucet and a tankless reverse osmosis unit with a small remineralization cartridge under the sink. Work included water check, system selection, plus dedicated faucet.
Before
AfterAn Arlington Heights 1980s two-story: before and after
This one is a 1980s two-story in Arlington Heights. What we started with: white double sink. What bothered the owners most: chlorine taste and a fridge full of bottled water. Finished kitchen: slim filtered-water faucet next to the main faucet. The job covered water check, system selection, plus whole-house options.
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Arlington Heights →
Before
AfterA Lake Zurich two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Lake Zurich. What we started with: solid-surface integrated sink. The main complaint was chlorine taste and a fridge full of bottled water. Finished kitchen: 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 water check, system selection, plus dedicated faucet.
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Lake Zurich →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Palatine
Finished: cabinets in white uppers and deep green lowers with polished nickel pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a white herringbone tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Palatine →
Before
AfterPalatine kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen cabinet painting
The same doors sprayed in deep navy, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Palatine →Install day
- Tell us about your waterYour water source, pipe age and what you want removed.
- 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 Palatine homeowners
Is Lake Michigan water already safe?
Treated Lake Michigan water meets federal standards, but taste, chloramine and household plumbing can still be reasons to filter at the tap.
How often do filters need changing?
Carbon cartridges usually every 6–12 months; RO membranes every 2–3 years, depending on use and water.
Do I need a plumber to install an under-sink filter?
Simple carbon filters are often DIY. Reverse osmosis needs a drain connection and sometimes a new faucet hole, which is where a pro helps.
Will a filter lower my water pressure?
Your regular faucet keeps full pressure. Only the separate filtered tap runs through the system.
Is reverse osmosis water safe to drink every day?
Yes — RO water is widely used for drinking. A remineralizing stage is optional.
Do Palatine condo associations need to approve kitchen water filtration?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
Is Palatine water hard, and does it matter for kitchen water filtration?
Palatine's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from and treated by the City of Evanston; reported hardness is About 137 mg/L as CaCO3 (about 8.0 grains per gallon); range 120-149 mg/L. Figures are for the Evanston supply, 2024 report.. That decides which filter stages make sense.
Does Palatine have lead service lines?
Village publishes a service line material inventory on an online dashboard. 2023 lead tap sampling: 90th percentile 5.8 ppb (action level 15 ppb), 0 sites over. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Palatine plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for kitchen water filtration?
Plumbing permit applications must include a letter of intent from the Illinois-licensed plumber of record (225 ILCS 320/37); plumbing registration requires the state license. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Do I need a Palatine-registered contractor for kitchen water filtration?
Contractors must be registered and bonded with the Village before a permit is issued. Registration is online and expires Dec 31 each year. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for kitchen water filtration in Palatine?
It depends on the scope. Palatine's rule in short: A permit is required to remodel a kitchen or to add/alter the electrical system. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department - Building Permits & Inspections.
Do you work in my part of Palatine?
Yes. Our crews work across Palatine — ZIP 60067, 60074 — and nearby Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Lake Zurich.
Working in Palatine
- A lot of Palatine kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
- We know how Community Development Department - Building Permits & Inspections handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60067ZIP 60074
Under-Sink Water Filtration nearby
Other kitchen services in Palatine
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.