Ultraviolet Water Filtration Services in Michigan

Effective water treatment is essential to achieve clean water, especially for families that rely on private wells. Advanced Water Treatment offers advanced ultraviolet water filtration systems that provide a chemical-free way to kill harmful microorganisms in well water.

With more than 40 years of experience in water treatment services across Southeast Michigan, our team helps homeowners choose the right UV water filter system for their needs. We provide professional installation, maintenance, and ongoing support to ensure your water supply is always reliable. Contact us today to arrange a free water assessment.

What Does UV Light for Well Water Remove?

A UV water treatment system is one of the most effective methods for neutralizing biological contaminants in water. Using specialized UV-C light, these systems disrupt the DNA of microorganisms, rendering them harmless and unable to reproduce.

UV light water treatment kills:

• Bacteria, such as E. coli, Salmonella, and Streptococcus
• Parasites like Giardia and Cryptosporidium
• Viruses
• Algae
• Fungi
• Other microorganisms that are often found in well water

It’s important to note that while a UV water purifier eliminates living contaminants, it does not remove sediment, heavy metals, or minerals. For this reason, a sediment filter is often installed before the UV unit to improve effectiveness. Sometimes, a water softener will also be added if you have hard water.

How Does a UV Water Treatment System Work?

The science behind UV water purification is simple yet highly effective:

1. Pre-filtration stage: Incoming water passes through a sediment or carbon filter to remove particles that could block UV light.
2. UV chamber exposure: Water flows through a chamber where it is exposed to ultraviolet light.
3. Disinfection: The UV light penetrates microorganisms, disrupting their DNA and preventing them from reproducing.
4. Water delivery: Treated water exits the chamber ready for drinking, cooking, bathing, or household use.

UV water filtration is a natural, chemical-free solution to pathogens that are commonly found in wells throughout Michigan. If you’re ready to experience the benefits of UV protection, contact our team today!

Advantages of UV Water Filtration

Like all water filter systems, a UV system has both strengths and limitations. Advantages of UV treatment systems include:

• Chemical-free disinfection
• Can neutralize 99.99% of harmful microorganisms in water
• Low maintenance
• Environmentally friendly, with no waste byproducts or chemical disposal
• Energy efficient

Despite their effectiveness, UV filters do come with some drawbacks:

• Does not remove dissolved minerals, salts, heavy metals, VOCs, tastes and odors, or chemicals
• Requires pre-filtration for maximum effectiveness
• Needs electricity to operate
• Annual lamp replacement and occasional quartz sleeve cleaning are necessary

When combined with other filtration options, such as reverse osmosis systems or softeners, UV treatment provides an excellent final line of defense for your drinking water.

Point-of-Use and Point-of-Entry UV Systems

Advanced Water Treatment offers UV water treatment systems in both point-of-use and point-of-entry applications:

• Point-of-use UV water purifiers are typically installed at a single faucet, often in the kitchen, to ensure clean drinking and cooking water.
• Point-of-entry UV water treatment systems are installed where water enters the home, treating all the water that flows through your plumbing system.

Our water quality professionals will help determine which solution best fits your household’s needs.

FAQs About UV Water Filtration

Is UV water treatment safe?

UV water treatment is one of the most effective water purification methods available. It is safe and does not alter taste, odor, or pH, and it adds no chemicals to your water.

How often do I replace the UV lamp?

The UV bulb should typically be replaced every 12 months to ensure continuous disinfection.

Will UV water purification work on turbid water?

UV light is less effective if the water contains sediment or is cloudy. That’s why a sediment filter or other pre-treatment is often recommended.

What maintenance do UV water filter systems need?

UV systems require occasional cleaning of the quartz sleeve, sediment filter replacement, and annual lamp replacement. It’s also wise to have your system inspected annually by a professional to ensure all components are in good shape.

Choose Advanced Water Treatment

Advanced Water Treatment is here to ensure you get the right water filtration system for your home. We start with professional water testing to determine what contaminants are in your water supply. Then, our experts will recommend the best UV treatment system for you.

Our trained professionals assess various factors before installing any equipment, like flow rate, current water quality, and your water usage patterns. Following the installation of your point-of-use or point-of-entry system, we provide ongoing service. This includes annual lamp replacement and filter maintenance.

Our team is dedicated to protecting your water with reliable, long-lasting solutions. If you ever need a system inspection or repair, call on Advanced Water Treatment!

Get Started With a UV Light Water Purifier Today

A UV water filtration system offers peace of mind for families that want access to clean water without chemicals. If you’re dealing with local water contaminants or simply want an added layer of protection, Advanced Water Treatment can help you choose and install the right system.

Contact us today to learn more about our UV water treatment services.