What a Whirlpool system is
Per the Whirlpool water products site, the line is manufactured under license by Water Channel Partners and includes salt-based softeners, whole-home filtration, under-sink reverse osmosis and replacement filters, available at Lowe's, with how-to-install guides and product registration for warranty extensions. It is built for homeowners who want to choose and install a system themselves or with a hired installer.
Alternatives at a glance
| Route | Testing | Install | Ongoing service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other retail softener or filter | DIY test kit | You | You |
| Retail system plus plumber | DIY test kit | Plumber | Usually you |
| Local water treatment specialist | In-home test | Specialist | Ask about a maintenance plan |
| Point-of-use filter only | Optional | Simple or none | Cartridge changes |
The Living Water option
- Equipment: Puronics, a water treatment manufacturer since 1947.
- City water: whole-home purification (Puronics Clarius iGen and Goodspring), which Living Water describes as removing chlorine and chloramine.
- Hard water: ion-exchange softening for homes and businesses.
- Drinking water: multi-stage alkaline reverse osmosis under the sink with a dedicated faucet.
- Wells: treatment configured from the well's own test.
- Start: a free in-home water test with Jorge Canela, with professional installation and an itemized quote.
- Financing: available through Living Water's financing partners with a credit application; a co-applicant can apply with you.
Softener, filter, or both?
Many people shopping for a softener in South Florida are actually dealing with two things: hardness that leaves spots and scale, and the chlorine or chloramine taste and smell of treated city water. A softener handles hardness; a carbon-based whole-home filter handles taste and odor. Some homes need both, some only one. Your utility's Water Quality Report and an in-home test show which. Read softener vs filter and salt-free vs ion-exchange.
Questions to ask any option
- What is my measured hardness, and how was the system sized?
- Does it address chlorine or chloramine, hardness, or both?
- Is the model certified for my specific concern? Check the listing.
- How much salt and water does regeneration use, and how often?
- Is the quote itemized, and is the warranty in writing?
Book a free test
Get the facts on your water before you buy anything. Jorge tests at home for free and recommends only what fits. Call, text or WhatsApp (305) 793-5974, or book online.
Whirlpool, Lowe's and other brand names are trademarks of their respective owners. Living Waters is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by them. Brand facts on this page come from each company's own website (see sources) and may change; check the brand's site for current details.
Updated 2026-10-17 · Living Waters · Jorge Canela, Water Quality Specialist