Pentair and Living Water at a glance
Pentair is a manufacturer whose residential line includes softeners, whole-home filtration and under-sink reverse osmosis, with local pros for installation and service. Living Water is a local South Florida option using Puronics equipment, with a free in-home test by Jorge Canela.
The table below lists only what Pentair publishes on its own website and the basic facts about Living Water. It is a starting point for questions, not a verdict.
| Topic | Pentair (per its official site) | Living Water |
|---|---|---|
| Product categories | Water softening systems, whole-home filtration (such as FloPlus, described as whole-home chlorine and taste and odor reduction), under-sink reverse osmosis (FreshPoint), and filter replacements | Whole-home systems for city water (Puronics Clarius iGen and Goodspring), ion-exchange softeners for homes and businesses, alkaline reverse osmosis under-sink systems, well water treatment |
| Salt-free option | The pages we reviewed did not list a salt-free conditioner by name; ask a Pentair pro what is available for your home. | Living Water's softening systems are ion-exchange; ask Jorge what fits your test results |
| How it is sold | Pentair's site points homeowners to local service through a "Find a Local Pro" dealer locator. | Local specialist: Jorge Canela serves Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach |
| Water test | The pages we reviewed did not mention a free water test; ask the local pro how they assess your water. | Free in-home water test with results explained in plain words; no obligation |
| Warranty | Pentair links to warranty information and documents from its product pages; ask for the warranty for the exact model you are quoted. | Ask Jorge for the written warranty on the exact Puronics model quoted |
| Financing | Ask the provider | Offered through Living Water's financing partners; apply with a credit application, with a co-applicant if you like |
Manufacturer vs installer: two different questions
With a manufacturer like Pentair, the equipment and the company that installs it can be separate. The same is true of Living Water, which installs Puronics equipment. So compare two things: the equipment (model, media, certifications, published specs) and the installer (how they test, how they size, how they install and service).
Ask whether a warranty comes from the manufacturer, the installer, or both, and who you call if something needs attention. Our quote comparison checklist covers the rest.
Questions to ask either company
Whichever provider you talk to, these questions make quotes comparable:
| Ask this | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| What did my water test show, in writing? | The recommendation should trace back to your hardness, disinfectant, iron or other measured results. |
| What is the exact model and what is it certified for? | Look up the model's NSF/ANSI or WQA listing for any specific contaminant claim. |
| Salt-based or salt-free, and why for my home? | They work differently; the choice should match your measured hardness and goals. |
| What does installation include? | Bypass valve, drain, electrical, faucet, permits: confirm nothing is left out. |
| What upkeep comes after year one? | Filters, media, salt, membrane changes and service visits. |
| Who honors the warranty, and what does it cover? | Manufacturer vs installer, parts vs labor, length, transfer on sale. |
For a longer checklist, see how to compare water treatment quotes.
How to choose for a South Florida home
- Start with your water. City homes usually ask about chlorine or chloramine taste and odor and about scale. Well homes may deal with iron, sulfur smell or hardness. Your utility's annual Water Quality Report is a good place to begin.
- Match the system type to the problem. A softener handles hardness; carbon-based whole-home filtration addresses taste and odor; under-sink reverse osmosis is a drinking-water option.
- Compare written quotes line by line. Equipment, installation, upkeep and warranty, not just the total.
Next step: a free in-home test with Jorge
Jorge Canela visits your home, tests your water, explains the results in plain words and recommends only what fits. If you already have a quote from Pentair or anyone else, have it handy; Jorge can walk through how a Living Water option compares on the same points. Jorge gives you an itemized quote after the free test. Call, text or WhatsApp (305) 793-5974 or request your free test.
About brand names
Pentair is a trademark of its owner. Living Waters is an independent South Florida water treatment specialist and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Pentair. Brand facts on this page come only from Pentair's own official website, linked in the sources, as of October 2026; check that site for current details.
https://www.pentair.com/en-us/residential.html
https://www.pentair.com/en-us/home-water-treatment/water-softening-systems.html
https://www.pentair.com/en-us/home-water-treatment/whole-home-filtration-systems.html
https://www.pentair.com/en-us/home-water-treatment/under-sink-filtration-systems.html
Updated 2026-10-17 · Living Waters · Jorge Canela, Water Quality Specialist