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 Skokie & nearby Evanston, Park Ridge
Under-Sink Water Filtration in Skokie, IL
Cleaner-tasting tap water for your Skokie kitchen, with the right certified filter for your pipes.
- Installers working in Skokie ZIP 60076, 60077, 60203
- 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 Skokie kitchens — a dedicated filtered-water faucet, a certified system matched to your water and a drain connection done right.
Lead service line not yet replaced
Until the lead line to your house is replaced, filtering drinking and cooking water at the kitchen tap is the simplest protection.
Pitcher filter is too slow
Waiting for a pitcher to refill gets old. An under-sink system delivers filtered water as fast as you need it.
PFAS and other contaminants
Many people now ask about PFAS. Look for systems certified to reduce PFOA/PFOS; reverse osmosis covers the widest range.
Cloudy ice and spotted glasses
Hard-water spots on glassware and cloudy ice cubes improve with reverse osmosis at the sink.
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.
Buying bottled water
If the recycling bin is full of plastic bottles, a dedicated filtered faucet pays for itself and frees up the pantry.
Worried about lead
Older plumbing and service lines can add lead. We install systems certified for lead reduction under NSF/ANSI 53 or 58.
Included with the install
- Water checkA look at your water source and plumbing so the system matches what is actually in your water.
- 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 installationThe filter housing mounted under the sink with a shut-off valve and leak-free fittings.
- Drain connection for ROA proper drain saddle or air gap so reverse osmosis drains to code.
- Filter change planWe set up a replacement schedule for cartridges and membranes.
What to pick before the install
Under-sink carbon filterA one- or two-stage carbon system for great-tasting water.
Reverse osmosisThe most thorough filtration; includes a membrane, storage tank or tankless pump.
Remineralization stageAdds back minerals after RO for a better taste.
NSF/ANSI certifications42 for taste and chlorine, 53 for health contaminants like lead, 58 for RO, 401 for emerging contaminants.
Kitchens like yours in Skokie: before and after
Before
Installed
DetailSkokie kitchen, 1980s two-story: under-sink water filtration
This one is a 1980s two-story in Skokie. Before: white cast-iron double sink. What bothered the owners most: chlorine taste and a fridge full of bottled water. After: a brushed nickel filtered-water faucet next to the main faucet and a slim tankless reverse osmosis unit under the sink. The job covered system selection, dedicated faucet, plus drain connection for RO.
Before
AfterUnder-Sink Water Filtration in a 1920s courtyard-building condo, Evanston
This one is a 1920s courtyard-building condo in Evanston. Before: single stainless drop-in sink. What bothered the owners most: tap water that didn't taste right. After: slim filtered-water faucet next to the main faucet. The job covered water check, dedicated faucet, plus under-sink installation.
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Before
AfterA Park Ridge 1980s two-story: before and after
This one is a 1980s two-story in Park Ridge. Before: solid-surface integrated sink. The reason for the call: wanting better drinking water at the sink. After: 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. The job covered water check, system selection, plus drain connection for RO.
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Before
AfterA Skokie 1960s ranch: before and after
What changed: 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 Skokie →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Skokie
The same doors sprayed in powder blue, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Skokie →Install day
- Tell us about your waterTaste, lead, PFAS or hardness — tell us your concern.
- 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.
- MaintenanceWe set a change schedule so performance doesn't drop.
Under-Sink Water Filtration questions from Skokie 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 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.
Reverse osmosis or carbon filter?
If taste is the issue, carbon. For the broadest protection, RO.
Can you drill a faucet hole in my quartz or granite?
Yes. Diamond core drilling is clean and safe for quartz and granite.
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.
Do I need a Skokie-registered contractor for kitchen water filtration?
Many contractors must be registered and insured with the Village each year; permits are not issued unless all listed contractors are registered and insured. We take care of that before work starts.
What is Skokie doing about lead water lines?
Village runs a lead service line replacement program (covers the public side to the b-box), keeps an interactive service-line material map, and submitted a Draft Lead Service Line Replacement Plan in 2026. Latest tap tests under 5 ppb. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Skokie building permit for kitchen water filtration: where do I apply?
Permits go through Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division (www.skokiepermits.com), phone (847) 933-8223. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Is Skokie water hard, and does it matter for kitchen water filtration?
Skokie's water source: Treated Lake Michigan water purchased from the City of Evanston. That decides which filter stages make sense.
Do I need a permit for kitchen water filtration in Skokie?
It depends on the scope. Skokie's rule in short: Electrical work and plumbing or electrical system changes need a permit. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division.
Do you work in my part of Skokie?
Yes. Our crews work across Skokie — ZIP 60076, 60077, 60203 — and nearby Evanston, Park Ridge, Glenview.
Working in Skokie
- A lot of Skokie kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Skokie homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Other kitchen services in Skokie
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.