Water Softener and Filtration Installation - Step by Step DIY installation

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10 ай бұрын

In this video we are installing the Aquasure Elite Harmony and Fortitude Pro system. This is a whole house water filter and waster softener system. It includes a very large pre-filter, a large carbon filter, and a water softener. We went with the 64,000 grain system, but most houses can easily get away with the smaller 32,000 or 48,000 grain systems as well.
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Here is the Aquasure system I purchased and installed:
amzn.to/45jVkK7
You can also get the Aquasure system on eBay here:
ebay.us/AWAvdu
Other parts and tools that I used below:
- 1inch NPT to sharkbite connector, I used 1 of these: amzn.to/3tgNlA1
- 1inch NPT to 1inch NPT flex pipe, I used 4 of these (2 pairs): amzn.to/3Q0QOf5
- 3/4" ID clear hose: amzn.to/3F60YEO
- 3/4 NPT to 3/4 barbed fitting: amzn.to/3RIriwt
- Universal size pipe reamer and deburring tool: amzn.to/46gEa1c
- Compact pipe cutting tool for 1inch pipe: amzn.to/3PLwNaO
- Teflon: amzn.to/3Q1RGA7
- 12 inch adjustable plumbers wrench: amzn.to/46u91qY
Check out my follow up video showing the how to procedure to backwash and rinse the carbon filter every 2 weeks: • Water Filter Backwash ...

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@nkphomeimprovement3625 10 ай бұрын

Here is the Aquasure system I purchased and installed: amzn.to/45jVkK7 You can also get the Aquasure system on eBay here: ebay.us/AWAvdu Other parts and tools that I used below: - 1inch NPT to sharkbite connector, I used 1 of these: amzn.to/3tgNlA1 - 1inch NPT to 1inch NPT flex pipe, I used 4 of these (2 pairs): amzn.to/3Q0QOf5 - 3/4" ID clear hose: amzn.to/3F60YEO - 3/4 NPT to 3/4 barbed fitting: amzn.to/3RIriwt - Universal size pipe reamer and deburring tool: amzn.to/46gEa1c - Compact pipe cutting tool for 1inch pipe: amzn.to/3PLwNaO - Teflon: amzn.to/3Q1RGA7 - 12 inch adjustable plumbers wrench: amzn.to/46u91qY Check out my follow up video showing the how to procedure to backwash and rinse the carbon filter every 2 weeks: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o510mq-isKi6Zn0.html

@yoandralopez5893 21 күн бұрын

Thank you very much for your video. You have explained everything so well that it clarified all my doubts and I have decided that I can do it myself, thank you very much for your explanation, have a good day. GOD continue to bless you and your channel continues to grow. You with your knowledge would help many people

@nkphomeimprovement3625 20 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words. I am happy to hear that the video was helpful. We are still enjoying the system and it is working great for us. Good luck on yours, and if you have any questions feel free to post them here and I will do my best to help answer them. I am not an expert, but I can do my best to help.

@franksantonastaso9154 4 ай бұрын

Dude, you are awesome! Your directions and description of the process was great. Thank you.

@nkphomeimprovement3625 4 ай бұрын

You got it! Thanks for the love and I'm so glad it was helpful to you!

@tommyjackson9588 4 күн бұрын

Great video! I just bought this same exact system. I’ll be installing it tomorrow. Thanks for the information, you definitely cleared any doubts that I had.

@anthonygobeil7894 8 ай бұрын

i think it's more strange having carpet on garage floor. nice job

@nkphomeimprovement3625 8 ай бұрын

Thanks!!

@ryanl6722 7 ай бұрын

Just got this. This is a great help! Clear and to the point. One thing though, the directions say, "do not lubricate the threads as you may over tighten the valve".

@nkphomeimprovement3625 7 ай бұрын

Good point. I did it the way I did to make sure everything went together well. Just make sure not to over tighten anything, those fittings will snap if you over tighten them.

@user-nh4zx1xv5k Ай бұрын

This is the best example I ever seen on KZfaq thank you sir

@nkphomeimprovement3625 Ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! Hope it was helpful. The system is still working great for us!

@rong7288 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much man I was debating on calling a company to come set it up but after watching your video, I did it myself More people need to upload there videos all I need is to find a video to show the set up process for the UV lamp

@nkphomeimprovement3625 4 ай бұрын

It was really a lot easier than I expected once I got into it. How are you liking your setup?

@silverblue9286 2 ай бұрын

I'm going to do the same, order and install myself. I just got a install quote for $8k. Hard pass.

@nkphomeimprovement3625 2 ай бұрын

Best thing about doing it yourself is you get to learn something new along the way. And you also get to spend the money to probably buy a better setup than what the plumber would have installed for you.

@Johnnybravocanada 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much and you made my install a breeze- wrong hole “that’s what she said” lol a classic.

@nkphomeimprovement3625 3 ай бұрын

Haha, glad the video was helpful, and funny 🤣

@karrieanne491 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for a detailed instruction. This helped ALOT

@nkphomeimprovement3625 8 ай бұрын

Absolutely! Glad it was helpful.

@dlc7118 9 ай бұрын

Great video😮. I just bought this system and have not hooked it up yet. Your video will prove helpful. Thank you for posting it.😃

@nkphomeimprovement3625 9 ай бұрын

Thanks!! I was a little overwhelmed at first with all the plumbing, but once I took some time to go over it and plan out the installation it was actually fairly easy. Much easier than I expected. Hopefully the video is helpful for you, happy to answer any questions along the way if I can be of any help.

@pratikpatel1047 6 ай бұрын

I never have water softener before still looking around this is best one I find out just want your honest feedback about this product please Thank You

@nkphomeimprovement3625 6 ай бұрын

It has been a really great setup for us. We are still very happy with it

@thomashaner2795 4 ай бұрын

Yes sir buddy great job I’ve be using this video to install mine. Thank you.

@nkphomeimprovement3625 4 ай бұрын

So happy to hear people finding the video useful. Good luck on your install. Let me know how it goes!!

@sadasiva141 Ай бұрын

Nice Video, was super helpful for my softener installation! ❤

@nkphomeimprovement3625 Ай бұрын

Thank you! Glad it was helpful in your installation.

@Pajuju1 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! It helps a lot on my installation

@nkphomeimprovement3625 4 ай бұрын

You got it! Glad it was helpful for you.

@phuctran2396 9 ай бұрын

Your video is very very helpful. ❤

@nkphomeimprovement3625 9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@jjay1137 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Im on the same boat . Im currently looking at Springwell. Ur video help alot. Thanks again for sharing

@nkphomeimprovement3625 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely! Glad it was helpful.

@kingarthur5406 6 ай бұрын

@@nkphomeimprovement3625 I was looking at the Springwell install videos as well but I have this exact Aquasure model, Aquasure does not have a detailed video such as this one on their site so this was very helpful

@nkphomeimprovement3625 6 ай бұрын

@@kingarthur5406glad it was helpful! The install was actually fairly easy once I figured out how it all goes together.

@Lockdown454 4 ай бұрын

Great video thanks

@nkphomeimprovement3625 4 ай бұрын

You got it!! Hope it was helpful.

@phuctran2396 9 ай бұрын

Just sharing with you. If screw a peace of wood with both end studs, then install sediment filter bracket. More room open and close for replacement filter, And it’s holding stronger.

@nkphomeimprovement3625 9 ай бұрын

What a great idea!! 👍

@jsf4483 Ай бұрын

Great job

@nkphomeimprovement3625 Ай бұрын

Thank you!! 🙏

@ErnestoMunoz2075 5 ай бұрын

Awesome. 😃😃😃

@nkphomeimprovement3625 5 ай бұрын

Thanks !

@phuctran2396 9 ай бұрын

If I already have previous system, I just only buy new softener tank systems and reuse old softener tanks to be carbon tank, just buy parts and carbon media. Will save $500-$600 dollars. Love you video.👍

@nkphomeimprovement3625 9 ай бұрын

That’s a very good point. With ours the old system was quite old. Over 20yrs. So I went with an all new system. But what you mention is a great way to do it too

@phuctran2396 9 ай бұрын

The pre - filter that’s should be installed with the free room space. Easy to access. Because, we need to change the pre filter when it dirty quiet a lot. Just sharing, no complaints, just making easy when need it.

@nkphomeimprovement3625 9 ай бұрын

I think you have a good point. I will find out soon about how much space I have and if it needs to be moved a little to allow for more space.

@kingarthur5406 6 ай бұрын

This is the best video I've seen on KZfaq of how to DIY this Aquasure system, You've convinced me I can do this. I have a question for you, if you don't mind. The installation book suggests installing a bypass valve system that contains 3 shutoff valves; because I'm not a plumber, the suggested bypass multivalve system that is shown in the install book seems a bit overkill. Is there a simpler way to create a bypass for this system? maybe a valve on the cut water loop line in?

@nkphomeimprovement3625 6 ай бұрын

It was really pretty easy. Much simpler that I thought it would be. You want at least one shutoff valve in the main line before it runs to the filtration system so that you can shut off the water to do maintenance. Then the aquasure system itself has shutoff built into the valve. That’s about all you need as a minimum.

@sstephenson00 2 ай бұрын

I ordered this set up and will be installing it this week. Thank you for this video. Should I add an ultraviolet system to this as well?

@nkphomeimprovement3625 2 ай бұрын

You got it. I’m glad you found the video helpful. How much filtration you add depends on your incoming water quality. If you are on city water or well water I would pass on the UV filter, because you’re mostly filtering for chemicals and minerals. If you are pulling water from a lake or water holding pond then a UV filter might be a good idea.

@willprovance1318 4 ай бұрын

At the 23:18 mark I do not have that attachment or hookup. How do I install one of these. Thanks in advance.

@nkphomeimprovement3625 4 ай бұрын

do you mean the bypass valve? You can get them at most plumbing stores or online to. Here's the one we have in our home: amzn.to/3J9wofv

@nattinotti6934 3 ай бұрын

Great video, thank you! Did you happen to visually measure levels of the resin and GAC in the big tanks? I ordered similar product (just carbon filter) and received a softener tank instead filled with the resin at about 1/5 of the length. Which seems very low to me.

@nkphomeimprovement3625 3 ай бұрын

I don’t remember off hand. But I think it was probably about half way filled

@ElChinoZ15 2 ай бұрын

What’s the size of the overflow drain line from the brine tank?

@nkphomeimprovement3625 2 ай бұрын

From memory I think it was 1/4”. Not that big of a line.

@TheMediocreMoose Ай бұрын

Is there periodic maintenance that needs to get done for these? How long is the system designed to last?

@nkphomeimprovement3625 Ай бұрын

The large pre-filter has to be replaced about once every year. If your water is not too dirty, you can probably go a year and a half. It’s pretty inexpensive and you can replace it yourself. I think it’s about 30 or $50. Other than that, the only maintenance is to add salt pellets as it runs out. For us with a household of four we had 4 bags of salt about every six months. That’s really about it. The system should last 20 years or more as long as you maintain it well. Our last system was 25 years old and still working.

@phuctran2396 9 ай бұрын

I will use that money for sediment filter. With make water more clean. And carbon, softener media tanks will lasting longer.

@nkphomeimprovement3625 9 ай бұрын

Great point!

@mikimiki195 5 ай бұрын

This is great video I just ordered softener no filter or carbon filter is this something I need?

@nkphomeimprovement3625 5 ай бұрын

If you are on city water you really don’t need the carbon filter. It’s more of a nice to have than a need to have. If you are on well water then I’d recommend getting a carbon filter.

@mikimiki195 5 ай бұрын

@@nkphomeimprovement3625 thank you for clarifying

@BladeAndrade 8 ай бұрын

I purchased the same system as you from Lowes. My house never had a water softener system before so I contacted Lowes services program and an independent installer from Lowes was trying to sell me his own water softener system. They were saying the AquaSure don't last 2 years and they stop installing it for that reason. I think they just want me to sign up with their expensive water softener system and pay way more money for less equipment. This AquaSure system have the filtration system, the osmosis system and the water softener all for $1,600. I ended up paying for 3 year protection plan just incase everything under $2,000 after taxes. I have to hire a plumbing to do the connections and installation. Thank for sharing this video, extremely helpful. How is your system doing? Have you had any issues? thanks

@nkphomeimprovement3625 8 ай бұрын

I agree, they probably just wanted to sell you the brand that they sell for the profit. These systems are all fairly similar. The main thing that is different from one brand to the next brand is the valve. The other thing that is different is the size of the pre-filter. I ran into the same thing when shopping for a system, every plumber I called pushed their own brand. What I ended up deciding is to DIY it and purchase what I wanted. My criteria was to make sure it is a well known brand that I can get support from, and also get parts for in the future. This brand is well known, sold by many vendors, and has a good warranty, so I went with it. And it's also a great deal for the money for what you get. So far it has been fantastic!! still performing very well. I backwash the carbon filter about twice per month, and even at that interval it is very clean with very little sediment caught. So I think I can probably go longer between backwashes. Water is soft and overall the system has been a huge upgrade over our old setup.

@threephasetesla708 9 ай бұрын

Hey I have a question how would you compare this product vs spring well or would you say its great for the price

@nkphomeimprovement3625 9 ай бұрын

I looked at the Springwell system too, but I didn’t like the controller. The Controller that comes with the Aquasure is much more intuitive and lets you set things up the way you want, but also gives you lots of info at a glance. Otherwise the systems are probably pretty similar as long as they are sized the same. I think the Springwell cost more, but I liked the features of the Aquasure. And since the Aquasure is sold at most local Homedepot stores I figure it will always be easy to get replacement parts like filters and things.

@rong7288 4 ай бұрын

I do have one question can I run my drain pipes to my sub pump crock?? or will it eventually overflow

@nkphomeimprovement3625 4 ай бұрын

The flow from the drain should be similar to an open faucet. If your setup can take that type of water flow you should be okay.

@anilr1515 7 ай бұрын

Great work! Did this system/setup affect the water flow rate in ur house?

@nkphomeimprovement3625 7 ай бұрын

Nope, Actually I think the water flow is slightly better than before compared to our old setup. We regularly have 3 showers running at the same time without any noticeable loss of flow.

@anilr1515 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the prompt response. I’m considering to buy this system for my new house. Do you recommend it based on your experience so far? Did it improv ur water quality to ur expectations? How’s the build quality of the system and have you faced any mechanical issues with it?

@nkphomeimprovement3625 7 ай бұрын

@@anilr1515it has been a huge improvement. The water is just soft enough but not too soft. Dishes come out spotless with no water spots. And our tankless water heater seems to work better, not sure why, but our hot water pressure is noticeably better now. No problems at all. It has been a great system. I would highly recommend it.

@BB-rs4sb 7 ай бұрын

Idk about the setup. I have the same system. I hired a licensed plumber to install it. He configured totally different.

@nkphomeimprovement3625 7 ай бұрын

We are loving it so far, it has been great. How did they install yours differently? Did the route the plumbing differently?

@dcabinet 5 ай бұрын

Great video. How is the system working today?

@nkphomeimprovement3625 5 ай бұрын

Still working great! Very happy with the setup, the quality, and how well it works

@archieandbrownie5321 10 ай бұрын

Wow

@nkphomeimprovement3625 10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@jayrose9463 3 ай бұрын

I hear aquasure is ok but not at good if you have an iron issue? How has it been for you?

@nkphomeimprovement3625 3 ай бұрын

If you have iron heavy water the important thing to do is make sure you use the salt in your system that is rated for iron. Shouldn't matter which system you're using.

@AlexHernandez-si4my 5 ай бұрын

Where do I run the drain line for the carbon filter backwash and softener drain if I don’t have a drain line in my wall in the garage?

@nkphomeimprovement3625 5 ай бұрын

You can also run it outside as well. Just as you would a water heater or AC drain line. You just run the line through the wall to the outside of the house.

@AlexHernandez-si4my 5 ай бұрын

@@nkphomeimprovement3625 thank you so much. I’m doing this myself as a first time homeowner and I bought this exact same system and stumbled across your video. Did your setup come with an additional, smaller pre filter about half the size shown in your video and has a different internal filter? If so, what is it for?

@dixonwa1 5 ай бұрын

@AlexHernandez-si4my Depending on the size of the system you bought determines the size of the prefilter. They both hook up the same way, the water should go in the prefilter first then out to your carbon/ filter tank.

@AlexHernandez-si4my 5 ай бұрын

@@dixonwa1 that’s the thing. I have the pre filter he has. And an additional one. So I have 2 pre filters both for the system

@parenp9879 3 ай бұрын

👍🏼

@nkphomeimprovement3625 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and supporting the channel!

@COOPER1524 15 күн бұрын

I just want to thank you so much for the installation video, very well explained, i feel after watching your video, that i can install it myself, my old system died a year ago, and i just never got aroundcto replacing it, looking at my setup, it looks like an even easier plug and play setup, also ive been looking at different systems, and i finally chose the one that you have, my house is 35 hundred square feet, im not looking into getting the R O system, just the home soft water system, can you please recommend the right one for my home. 3 Bath 5 Bedroom Home, Thank you once again, and you have a new subscriber. Great job.

@phuctran2396 9 ай бұрын

And 1 more sharing. If install filters systems inside house. So, the best is the pre filter so said so, if the clear housing. That’s easy to see when need replacing new filter. If outdoor systems located, should used the pre filter housing sun protection.

@nkphomeimprovement3625 9 ай бұрын

I wonder if there is a clear housing that I can replace this one with. That would be nice so you can see it