Water Filtration Alkimos
Whole-House Systems for Local Homes
Alkimos homeowners are increasingly choosing whole-house water filtration to improve water quality across their entire home. With many new builds in the area connected to Perth’s mains supply, chlorine, sediment and taste issues are common concerns. A whole-house system filters water at the point of entry, delivering cleaner water to every tap, shower and appliance.
Why Alkimos Homes Install Whole-House Water Filtration
For a lot of the new build homes in Alkimos, whole-house water filtration systems are commonly installed during or shortly after construction, when homeowners want to set up the home properly from day one. New plumbing, new appliances, and long-term occupancy make filtering water at the point of entry a practical decision rather than a reactive one.
Another driver is day-to-day water use. Showers, washing machines, dishwashers, and hot water systems all use unfiltered mains water unless a whole-house system is installed. Filtering water before it enters the home reduces ongoing exposure to chlorine and fine particles across every outlet, not just the kitchen tap.
Many Alkimos families also prefer a single, central filtration system instead of managing multiple under-sink or benchtop filters. A whole-house setup provides consistent water quality throughout the home, requires less maintenance, and avoids relying on point-of-use solutions that only address drinking water.
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Alkimos: Growth, Infrastructure & What It Means for Homes
Alkimos is one of Perth’s fastest-growing northern coastal suburbs, with extensive residential development over the past decade as new estates continue to be built and occupied. This rapid growth increases demand on essential services, including water supply, as the suburb transitions from a small coastal area into a major residential hub.
To support long-term population growth and climate resilience, major water infrastructure is being developed locally, including the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant, which is expected to come online later this decade. Once operational, the plant will feed desalinated water into Perth’s integrated supply network, increasing capacity and reducing reliance on rainfall-dependent sources.
As new water sources are introduced and blended into the wider network, the overall characteristics of household water can vary over time. While all water supplied meets Australian Drinking Water Guidelines, changes in source, treatment processes, and distribution demand can influence taste, odour, and general water feel at the tap.
For many Alkimos homeowners—particularly in newer estates—this creates a preference for controlling water quality at the home rather than relying solely on upstream treatment. Installing whole-house water filtration allows households to maintain consistent water quality across every tap, shower, and appliance, regardless of how the broader supply network evolves as the suburb continues to grow.
Our Whole-House Water Filtration Systems
Pure₂O installs whole-house water filtration systems designed to treat all water entering the home, rather than filtering individual taps or outlets. Each system is installed at the point of entry, ensuring consistent water quality is delivered to every tap, shower, appliance, and hot water system.
Our standard configuration uses large-format 20-inch filtration housings to provide high flow rates and long service life, making them suitable for modern households and daily water demand. Multi-stage filtration is used to reduce chlorine, sediment, and fine particulate matter commonly present in Perth’s mains supply, without significantly impacting household water pressure.
Systems are selected and configured based on the property layout, incoming pipe size, and household usage requirements. This allows filtration to be effective across the entire home while remaining practical to maintain, with straightforward filter replacement and clear service intervals.
All systems are installed by licensed plumbers and designed to suit Western Australian water conditions, providing long-term protection for plumbing, fixtures, and appliances while delivering cleaner water throughout the home.
Installation in Alkimos
Pure₂O provides professional whole-house water filtration installation for homes throughout Alkimos, including new builds and established properties. Each installation is completed by licensed plumbers and tailored to the layout of the home, incoming water supply, and available space at the point of entry.
Systems are typically installed externally near the water meter or in a discreet, accessible location to allow for easy servicing and filter replacement. Installations are completed with minimal disruption to the home, and water is restored promptly once the system is commissioned and checked.
Before installation, we carry out a site assessment to confirm suitability, system sizing, and placement. This ensures the system operates correctly within existing water pressure conditions and delivers reliable filtration across the entire home from day one.
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Local Water Quality in Alkimos
Homes in Alkimos are supplied by Perth’s metropolitan water network, which draws from a mix of groundwater, surface water and desalinated sources. To keep water microbiologically safe as it travels long distances through pipes and storage tanks, disinfectants such as chlorine are added as part of standard treatment.
Across the homes in Alkimos we have tested, residual chlorine levels commonly sit between 0.8 to 1.5 mg/L. For reference, a swimming pool is usually kept at 2 mg/L. While these levels are considered acceptable under Australian Drinking Water Guidelines, chlorine is one of the main reasons many residents describe Perth tap water as having a strong taste or smell. This is not a fault or contamination issue — it is a by-product of how large urban water systems are treated.
In addition to chlorine, Perth’s water supply can carry fine sediment, dissolved minerals, and treatment by-products that affect the overall feel of the water. These characteristics vary depending on water source, demand, and network conditions, which is why the water can taste different from suburb to suburb — or even change over time in the same home.
Compounds such as PFAS are monitored at a network level across Perth and are regulated under national guidelines. While supplied water meets regulatory standards, many homeowners prefer not to rely solely on upstream treatment and choose to filter water at the home to address taste, odour, and everyday exposure across showers, taps, and appliances.
For Alkimos residents, whole-house water filtration is less about meeting minimum standards and more about improving the day-to-day experience of the water they use — for drinking, cooking, bathing, and protecting plumbing systems throughout the home.
If you’re considering whole-house water filtration for your Alkimos home, Pure₂O offers a free on-site consultation to assess your water supply, installation location, and system requirements. This allows us to recommend a setup that suits your home, water usage, and local conditions — without obligation or pressure.
Consultations are carried out locally and include a clear explanation of system options, installation process, and pricing, so you can make an informed decision at your own pace.
Book a free consultation today to discuss whole-house water filtration for your Alkimos home.
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“The communication was great and the final outcome was even better than we expected. A great experience all round and, most importantly, the water is amazing.” ~ Alkimos customer