So I had an under counter filtration system I just dumped because it would spontaneously leak and flood the kitchen. It did good to fill glasses or a few water bottles but that's it. I wanted to fill large containers with filtered water and I built something like you built here, mounted it to a 2 by 4 and used an RV hose from the outside faucet through the filters and out to another hose. Works great..Good video.

Using your drill press to start your tap is the best way to start a perpendicular thread. Don’t turn the drill press on, just hand turn the chuck while applying a little pressure and you feel the tap start to pull into the product. Great video and thanks for sharing.

@HouseDoctorRay

4 жыл бұрын

Good tip. Thanks for sharing.

Awesome tutorial - on filter housing pressure gauges are sick! Definitely will implement! Huge thanks!

@HouseDoctorRay

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it.

I have good town supplied water. I jave exactly the same Dupont filter system.. And its bullet proof. The ones with shutoffs all leak someday. I just use a charcoal filter to the refrigerator for better tasting water..and ice. Personally...I would want to be able to separate the filter housings in case of a leak. A union seems ideal. Next..if you had a tee between housings and installed the pressure gauge there...no drilling or tapping. These are just my thoughts after owning several homes and systems. Your design and video are good.

nice! i really like your install gauge in the filter mod. really clean, small footprint and low cost. I have a few suggestions, not criticisms. 1) to measure the pressure drop across any of the filters, normal water flow must be present, like 2.5 gpm. if there is no flow, even with a terribly clogged filter, the pressure will show exactly the supply pressure (no drop). 2) i would try to install a bypass valve around an in/out at the end of the string of filters so that you can service the setup at your leisure, while the house supply is unaffected. 3) i would have at least one union in the filter string (two is better) to allow the section to be removed as a unit and fixed for leaks or other failures that invariably occur, as well as allow for sweating near the plastic. 4) having one of the filters be a GAC will lower the chlorine in the water prior to the softener and thus extend the resin life substantially.

@HouseDoctorRay

2 жыл бұрын

You're right on all points. The water must be running to see a pressure differential indicating a filter with reduced flow. Any whole house filter properly installed will have a shutoff before and after to make filter changes quick and easy. Installing this would have been easier using unions but would add slightly to the cost. I'm not concerned about a long downtime if something fails. That is part of the reason why I went with common filter housings and standard fittings.

Power Tools and Fire!! My man

lovely sodler job sir.

Thank you

Dude thank you for this video

@HouseDoctorRay

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

Great video!!!

@HouseDoctorRay

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

nice setup

@HouseDoctorRay

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Works great and I save money letting the sediment get caught in the cheap paper filter.

Nice work Dr. Ray, One possible suggestion would be to use the union on both sides of your water filter so you don’t have to solder so close to the plastic

@HouseDoctorRay

5 жыл бұрын

Good point. If any viewers are unsure, a union fitting allows you to connect/disconnect two pieces of pipe with wrenches. They are ideal for use when a component may need to be easily changed. See here: amzn.to/2VewCrP

@7thSonProductions

4 жыл бұрын

That's the reason I used them. I didn't want to screw the ends into the plastic then sweat/weld the pipe because I didn't want to get the connection too hot and possibly create leaks I could not stop. I sweated all the parts together, including the union then tightened everything together after it cooled. It worked pretty well.

Hey, Ray, I installed your setup just as you described yesterday and all went well. I Used 3/4 copper unions on each end of the filters though in case I need to take them off completely or something. My only problem is I have the tiniest drip between the first and second filter housing from the nipple. (It's outside so no real big deal.) Maybe if I had gone one more rotation, but I didn't want to go too much. Also, I'm using all three of the filters that came with the housing right now. I figure those filters will catch all the flux and metal taste that comes from sweating the pipes. I'll do three different types when these need changing. Thanks for the step by step instructions. By the way, this is the same type filtration setup I used to set up in my darkrooms a long time ago to develop and wash film and complete archival washing of black and white prints.

@HouseDoctorRay

4 жыл бұрын

Since you used unions it will be easy enough to take apart. If a few more wraps of Teflon tape won't stop the drip try PTFE paste amzn.to/2ZkGDWA

@7thSonProductions

4 жыл бұрын

@@HouseDoctorRay Thanks I'll check it out.

@7thSonProductions

4 жыл бұрын

@@HouseDoctorRay That small drip I was getting is totally gone now so no drip at all. I'm filtering the cold water that goes into the house, not the hot water. The pressure on the cold now is a little less that it was before while the hot is still fine since it goes straight to the water heater.

Dupont filter housing is still available at Home Depot as of 4/18/2023 ($25.48 each)

Gracias

@HouseDoctorRay

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

I just finished drilling a well. I need to install a rudimentary system to filter the water for construction use. All the videos I've seen shows a pressure tank installed first in the system using a pressure valve to control the well pump. Is that the best setup? I worry that putting the raw (poor quality) well water in a pressure tank will degrade the the tank quickly. I was considering installing a 1500L tank to capture the well water, then set up a filter system using the water from the holding tank. I thought using a spin down (or two) filter might be cheaper to use immediately out of the well?

@HouseDoctorRay

4 жыл бұрын

The purpose of the pressure tank is to keep the pressure more stable. It keeps the pump from turning on if you are just getting a glass of water. If your well is not acidic then you'll be ok with the filters after the pressure tank. You'll need to do more research if you want a cistern tank installed right after your well pump. I believe that type of setup requires a well pump controlled by a float in the tank and a pressure pump after the tank.

I LOVE this idea, but have a couple of question regarding this wonderful unit? 1. What filters can be used to reduce lead or heavy metals? 2. Do the filters remove all beneficial, naturally occurring minerals? Thank you so much sir! I appreciate you!

@HouseDoctorRay

Жыл бұрын

I'm sure you can find a filter advertised to remove lead and other heavy metals. You normally buy filters based on micron size that will filter particles above that size. I have well water so I am only concerned about filtering out sediment. But you can get endless types of filters that work in these housings depending on your water source and what you want to filter out. The benefit of this system is you put the least expensive filter first. You can change it more often when it begins to clog up.

@kingsfamily8142

Жыл бұрын

@@HouseDoctorRay Excellent suggestions sir! We also have a well, but just wanted to make sure. Thank you

With a whole house filtration system ( last filter would be .35 submicrons which I got on amazon) would I really need a water softener?

@HouseDoctorRay

4 жыл бұрын

Filters and softeners treat water differently. A filter removes dirt and other contaminates. A softener reduces hardness by removing dissolved minerals. If you have white residue on your plumbing fixtures or green staining you likely need a softener.

That pipe wrench looked big enough to tighten the world! Laugh.

New sub here, just found you today and have already viewed about half dozen of your vids! Thank you! Am interested in installing this setup. Do you have different links for the filters, your links show the filters are unavailable? If you were in Las Vegas I would love to hire you!

@HouseDoctorRay

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub and letting me know about the links. I just updated them so you should be able to find them now. This project isn't that difficult. SharkBite is also an option if the soldering has you concerned.

Great video. I am looking to do something similar for a whole house filter. I am trying to decide if I need to step up to a 4.5 dia filter or the 20” 2.5 dia filters in order to avoid too big of a lose on volume. What is your experience with the smaller filters? Do you have any issues if you are using multiple appliances or spigots? Thanks in advance.

@HouseDoctorRay

Жыл бұрын

The bigger filter is just going to make your cartridges cost more. I've had no noticeable loss in pressure.

@traviswinterrowd3620

Жыл бұрын

@@HouseDoctorRay thanks.

Great video! Is this a good system if you use well water? I don't think my house uses a filtration system like this, but we did when I used to run a waterjet as you want the water going into it to be very clean. I think something like this would also be good to use to fill up things like a vehicles cooling systems (obviously don't forget to add the correct amount of antifreeze) so that you don't get a bunch of contaminants in it when doing a system flush. Buying a bunch of distilled gallon jugs gets old, and very filtered water ran thru progressively finer micron filters should be nearly as good as distilled water I would think even though they're not the same thing.?.?

@HouseDoctorRay

Жыл бұрын

Great for well water. For vehicle cooling it would be best to get distilled water from grocery store. The less minerals the better.

@JROC734

Жыл бұрын

@@HouseDoctorRay Okay, thank you for the quick reply! 👍

What type of pressure gauges are those? What a great idea.

@HouseDoctorRay

4 жыл бұрын

All of the parts are listed in the description of the video.

Thanks for the video. Can I install the filter 1 inch from the water heater tank?

@HouseDoctorRay

2 жыл бұрын

I don't see why not. They don't radiate much heat. Just make sure you'll have clearance to get the wrench on and change the filter.

If I was to add an activated carbon filter to this to filter the chlorine stuff out of my water which ones would you get? some of the amazon reviews with pictures to prove it aren't so great on the carbon filters

@HouseDoctorRay

7 ай бұрын

The benefit of using these housings is the large numbers of filters available. I would try DuPont, 3M, or other name brand filters.

Great vid thank you. I have a question. If the first filter in line clogs and drops in pressure wouldn’t the other two show the same drop?

@HouseDoctorRay

Жыл бұрын

Yes, the gauges downstream would show the same drop. I have a pressure gauge separate from the filter housings right off of the well pump. If I see a drop on the first gauge from the pump pressure I'll know that filter needs attention.

@Lhostel

Жыл бұрын

@@HouseDoctorRay 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

For those with different filtration needs, you can use the same setup but instead of just using different micron rating sediment filters you could set up one like the one I have, which starts out with a sediment filter, followed by a scale reducing filter, and then by a charcoal filter for removal of chlorine and other taste problems. There are several different kinds of filters used for specific purposes related to your particular water supply. Lead is one that may be needed by those who have old lead containing mains for instance.

@HouseDoctorRay

Жыл бұрын

Excellent point. That's why I built this; there are endless types of filters that will fit in these housings.

Just need to point out the irony of using a DUPONT product to filter water 😅

@HouseDoctorRay

Жыл бұрын

Hahaha. Make the problem then sell a solution.

@ipossurvey4785

11 ай бұрын

That's the FIRST thing I noticed...almost skipped the video 😂😂😂

I ordered the Culligan filter housings. Hmmm I wonder if I can tap them? Otherwise I’m just putting brass tees and reducers up to save money. I like your video I heard a rumor that those type housings leak a lot, is that true?

@HouseDoctorRay

4 жыл бұрын

I never heard that or had a problem with them leaking. The Culligan housings are a little different and may not be able to be tapped in the same way. You could always get the appropriate tee fitting to put between them and put the gauges there.

Your workbench is interesting, why all the holes?

@HouseDoctorRay

3 жыл бұрын

I use the holes for clamping things down. Mainly when doing woodworking projects.

Would you install this after the water heater or before ?

@HouseDoctorRay

9 ай бұрын

I would do it before the heater but it's totally up to you. I have everything in the house filtered except for the water that goes outside to the hoses.

I see that you didn't experience a pressure drop using the 2.5" filters. Wouldn't the 4.5"x10", or even 20", last a lot longer between changes?

@HouseDoctorRay

10 ай бұрын

Yes, but they cost more and aren't as easy to come by in my area.

@user-er4qz8zz6l

10 ай бұрын

Thank you. Great info and video.@@HouseDoctorRay

1st one is paper filter? Then 10 micron then 30 micron? Thanks

@HouseDoctorRay

Жыл бұрын

Yes.

Are the filter housings double sealed o-ring or single

@HouseDoctorRay

3 жыл бұрын

Single o-ring

@mikemoore2692

3 жыл бұрын

Have you had any problems with leaks?

@HouseDoctorRay

3 жыл бұрын

No. The filter housings I used are in use in millions of homes in the US. If they're installed properly and the water pressure isn't too high they should be fine.

how to buy the filters?

@HouseDoctorRay

2 жыл бұрын

There are links in the video description.

Wait what? No point in filtering the water to wash your car? I would add one extra sub micron filter and softener just for that task 😁

@HouseDoctorRay

3 жыл бұрын

I would've agreed with you 30 years ago but now a car/truck is just something else I have to fix. It's been 20 years since I've waxed a car.

Ray, you need a mic bro 0:33

Watch it and save your money @

BETTER TO JUST BUY IT ALREADY WITH A GAUGE

@HouseDoctorRay

4 жыл бұрын

To each his own. I built a 3 stage filter that uses common cartridges for $150. Or buy a 2 stage with gauges that uses proprietary filters for $300.

@21boxhead

4 жыл бұрын

@@HouseDoctorRay ebay or amazon have some cheap ones but a good reason not to have gauges is lot of them are made with lead in it from the brass fittings but I don't see why it be necessary to have all of them with gauges looks like a waste of money to me. a see through housing for sediment is good enough

@HouseDoctorRay

4 жыл бұрын

Two reasons. First, you can see a pressure difference between housings giving you an indication of filter buildup. Second, and more importantly, it looks cooler with all those gauges.

@robertfarmer6316

3 жыл бұрын

@@HouseDoctorRay looking cool is most important!! Haha awesome project!

@HouseDoctorRay

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

Pros and cons. Looks pretty but the gauges don’t add much value. With the water running you'll know time to replace well before the guages show any appreciable difference. No bypass. Why would you not have a bypass? That’s like filters 101. Sweat fittings? My time is worth more than looks and for the people viewing this on KZread it’s an unnecessary hassle.

@HouseDoctorRay

Жыл бұрын

😥

Had to move on to another video. Your Volume is so low. I can't understand what you are saying.

@HouseDoctorRay

11 ай бұрын

😢

You didn't disinfect anything and even touched the filters with out washing your hands ( I assume or you would of said something about the importance of doing it)or using cloves not a very wise practice you contaminated the system

@HouseDoctorRay

3 жыл бұрын

It's gonna be ok.

@neil2945

3 жыл бұрын

@@HouseDoctorRay ya I know I was just being a smart ass. Every other video I've watched on house filters act like you're going to die if you don't disinfect everything. How you do it is the same way I and probably most people do it. Please forgive my sarcasm. It was a good vid

@HouseDoctorRay

3 жыл бұрын

No problem. Thanks for watching.