Water Filtration Solutions for Melbourne Homes | Outright Plumbing
You saw what six months does

Here are the things
your water test can't see.

A clean white water filter beside a rust-orange filter pulled after six months on Melbourne mains water
Same filter, six months apart.

Your at-home test handled the common stuff. From here, you'll learn what those tests can't pick up, what water filtration actually does for your family and home, and which system suits the concern you care about most.

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Four things your water test can't see.

Your test handled the common stuff: chlorine, hardness, lead, iron and fluoride. These four don't show up on any strip, and the filter in that photo was busy catching the first one.

Sediment in water

Rust that can enter your water supply through ageing mains, pipes and roadworks nearby.

  • Causes dirt buildup in pipes and appliances
  • Contributes to tap washers and fixtures wearing out
  • Reduces water flow and efficiency
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PFAS forever chemicals

"Forever chemicals" that don't break down.

  • Persistent compounds many households prefer to reduce in their water
  • Build up in the environment over time
  • Monitored in Australian water supplies as testing expands
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Pharmaceutical traces in water

Traces of medication in our water supply.

  • From everyday medicines and personal care products
  • Wastewater treatment plants are not designed to remove these complex compounds
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Pesticides in water

Chemicals used on crops and gardens.

  • Can enter waterways through runoff
  • Something many households would rather filter out
  • Best reduced with advanced filtration systems
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Which system handles your concern.

Pick the concern that matters most and see which systems help address it. A tick means that system addresses it. Most homes combine two, which is exactly what the packages below do.

Your concern Shower
Filter
Under-
Sink
Backwash
Filter
Whole-
House
UV
System
Reverse
Osmosis
Better-tasting drinking waterChlorine taste & odour at the tap
Softer water for skin & hairLess dryness and irritation
Longer-lasting appliancesProtects pipes, hot water & whitegoods
Sediment, rust & gritCommon in older mains
PFAS & microplastics"Forever chemicals"
FluorideFor households that prefer to reduce it
Peace of mind for the familyLead, fluoride, sediment & dissolved contaminants
Full home protectionEvery tap, shower & appliance covered

Tap your main concern to see which systems handle it.

Systems that handle this
Addresses this concern · most homes combine two systems.
Three packages. One right fit.

Lowest to highest investment. Every package is installed and quoted at a fixed price on the day, with no surprises and no obligation.

Save up to $750 on whole-house packages Ends June 30
Good · Budget
Under-Sink Filter
From$679
What you get
  • Cleaner drinking water at the kitchen tap.
  • Reduces chlorine, sediment, lead and taste.
  • Compact, hidden under-sink install.
  • Where most homes start.
Under-sink filter
Save 15%
Best · Total cover
Backwash + Whole-House + RO
From$5,018$4,265
Offer ends June 30
What you get
  • Auto backwash removes sediment, rust & grit.
  • Whole-house filtration across every tap.
  • Reverse osmosis for lab-grade drinking water.
  • Targets PFAS, fluoride, lead & microplastics.
Reverse osmosis system

Mix and match. A mains filter upstream protects everything downstream, and RO can bolt onto any package for drinking water. Your final fixed price is confirmed on the day, tailored to your home and water readings.

Local plumbers who do it properly.

We understand Melbourne water systems inside out.

From sediment and chlorine through to PFAS, hard water and ageing galvanised pipework, we've seen the water quality issues affecting homes across Melbourne. With 25+ years of combined plumbing experience, we don't just install filtration systems, we tailor solutions to suit your home's size, water usage and specific concerns, ensuring the system performs properly across the entire property.

You won't get a pushy salesperson at your door. You'll speak directly with a local plumber who explains your options clearly, answers your questions honestly, and helps you choose the right filtration solution for your home, all backed by our workmanship guarantee.

25+ years of combined experience
New homes, heritage properties, multi-storey buildings or busy businesses. We've seen it all.
Upfront fixed pricing
We give you a clear price before we start, so there are no surprises when the bill arrives.
Local plumbers, personal service
You deal directly with our friendly Bayside team. No call centres, no runaround, just genuine local service.
The Outright Plumbing team
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Your trusted local plumbers
★★★★★

"Booked the consult thinking I needed a whole-home filter. They explained that an under-sink unit would do everything I actually cared about for a quarter of the price. Refreshing not to be sold up."

Daniel L.Google · Richmond
★★★★★

"Clear, plain-English explanation of what the filter does and what it doesn't. They walked through the cartridge lifespan and ongoing costs upfront. Decided to go ahead a week later, install was tidy."

Laila J.Google · Brunswick
★★★★★

"Older house, old pipework, and a kid who'd just started solids. The technician explained the lead question honestly and gave us a fixed price for a system that actually addressed it. No pressure to decide on the spot."

Joseph N.Google
The things homeowners ask us most.
Do I really need water filtration in Melbourne?
Melbourne's mains water is treated and safe to drink. That said, plenty of homes still notice a chlorine taste or smell, pick up sediment and rust from older pipework, or want to reduce exposure to things like PFAS and lead. Filtration is about taste, peace of mind and protecting your plumbing and appliances. The free consult helps you decide what's actually worth it for your home.
What's the difference between whole-house and under-sink?
A whole-house system treats all the water entering your home, so every tap, shower and appliance benefits. An under-sink filter treats just the water at your kitchen drinking tap. Many homes combine the two: whole-house for protection and softer-feeling showers, under-sink for premium drinking water.
How much does a water filtration system cost?
It depends on the system and your home, so we don't quote blind. After a free in-home consult we give you a fixed-price quote on the day, in writing, with no hourly meter and no surprises when the bill arrives.
Will a filter remove PFAS?
Reverse osmosis at the kitchen tap is the most thorough option for PFAS, and a carbon-based whole-house upgrade can reduce it across the home. Which suits you depends on whether you want it at the drinking tap, throughout the house, or both. We'll work it out together at the consult.
How often do filters need replacing or servicing?
As a rough guide, cartridges are replaced every 6–12 months depending on the system and how much water your household uses. We offer ongoing filter servicing so you don't have to keep track of it yourself.
How long does the consult take, and is it really free?
About 30 minutes. A licensed plumber visits your home, tests your water at a deeper level than a strip can, and talks through how to improve your water quality. It's genuinely free and no-obligation, with a fixed-price quote on the day if you'd like one.

Not Sure Which System Is Right For You?

Book a free consultation. We test your water at a deeper level and talk through how to improve your water quality, then quote a fixed price if you'd like one.

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