Many systems require new filters every 6–12 months. That means ongoing costs, recurring maintenance calls, and wasted time. Over the years, those “small” filter changes add up to thousands of dollars and countless hours of hassle.

Basic systems aren’t engineered to handle modern water problems. They may take the edge off chlorine taste, but they leave enough chlorine and chloramine behind to irritate skin, dry out hair, and create that chemical smell in your shower.

Even when they work at first, many systems lose efficiency within a year or two. Flow rates slow down, chlorine sneaks through, and water hardness returns — leaving you back where you started.

And when performance fails, most warranties don’t cover the root problem — like the media bed itself — leaving you with expensive replacements and no safety net.