Upfront WaterWhole-home water softener, carbon filter, and drinking water system.
That is the whole price. Tax, permit, and a licensed plumber included. No sales visit. No water test theater. Text us five photos and get a fixed price within the hour.
Tax, permit, and a licensed plumber included. No sales visit.
Illustration. Real install photos coming.What you get
Softener
Removes hardness, protects appliances and fixtures. 10x54 tank, Clack valve.
Carbon
Removes chlorine taste and smell from every tap. Carbon tank, same size, no salt.
Drinking water
5-stage reverse osmosis with remineralization under the kitchen sink.
Same parts the big brands install. We publish the model numbers. See the scope sheet
Why the price is lower
The big brands send a salesperson to your house, run a test, and quote $6,000 to $8,000. The salesperson's commission is in that number. We do not send one. We put the price in the ad, you send us photos, a licensed plumber installs it. That is the whole difference.
How it works
Text us or upload five photos: main shutoff, drain, outlet, where the tank goes, under the kitchen sink.
We confirm the price within the hour. Standard install is $2,699. Anything unusual is priced on our public scope sheet before you say yes.
Pay a 50% deposit. You have 3 days to cancel for any reason.
A licensed plumber installs it, usually within 7 to 10 days. Balance on completion.
Mike, lead plumber
Every Upfront Water install is done by a licensed, insured Ohio plumber who pulls the permit under his own license.
Reviews
We started in Columbus in October 2026. Our first reviews will appear here as installs complete. Until then, here is our lead plumber's Google profile.
slot: Google review embed at 5+ reviewsPrefer monthly? About $79/month with approved financing through Wisetack. No prepayment penalty.
Questions
Is $2,699 really the whole price?
Yes for a standard install. See the scope sheet for the few things that cost more.
Do you need to test my water first?
No. Columbus publishes its water report. We read it. Wells are different and need a third-party test.
Who does the install?
A licensed Ohio plumber, on his own license and insurance, with a permit.
What about maintenance?
You can change your own filters and buy your own salt. We will show you how. Optional Water Care plan if you would rather not.
What if my house is unusual?
Crawlspace, no outlet, no drain: priced on the scope sheet before you commit.
Can I cancel?
Yes. 3 days after deposit, any reason, full refund.