Under-Sink, Whole-Home & UV Filtration
Water Filtration Systems in Winnipeg, MB
Licensed and insured technicians evaluate your water and recommend the right under-sink, whole-home, or UV filtration system — protecting your family’s health and your home’s plumbing and appliances.
Expert Water Filtration System Installations
The fully licensed and insured plumbing experts from Brown’s Plumbing and Heating have the experience, know-how, and resources to properly evaluate the integrity of your water and recommend the ideal filtration system to meet your needs. Our background includes proficiency in a variety of options and innovations from leading manufacturers. If you’re thinking about installing a water filtration system in Winnipeg, call us at 204-818-8330 today!
You want confidence in the safety and purity of the water you use for drinking, cooking, cleaning, showering, and more. Unfortunately, there are lots of opportunities for contaminants to infiltrate the water, along with high mineral levels that negatively affect taste, smell, and the long-term performance of appliances, fixtures, and pipes. From your budget to your health, an effective filtration system pays for itself.
Contact Our Team for Your Water Filtration Services!
Brown’s Plumbing and Heating has focused on exceptional customer service as our #1 goal since 1979. We put the needs of our residential and commercial clients first, applying honesty, determination, and ingenuity to every job. 100% locally owned and operated, Brown’s is familiar with the challenges associated with water in this area, and we know how to solve them. For sustainable improvement, make Brown’s your choice for a comprehensive range of water filtration installation, service, and repair across Winnipeg.
Contact UsWhy Winnipeg & Manitoba Homeowners Choose to Filter Drinking Water
Chlorine Taste & Odour
Winnipeg’s chlorinated water is safe but has a detectable taste and odour — a carbon filter at the kitchen tap removes it completely.
Lead From Older Plumbing
Homes built before 1975 may have lead solder or service lines. There’s no safe level for children — reverse osmosis removes 95%+ at the tap.
Well Water Contaminants
Well water in Steinbach, Morris, and rural Manitoba often carries iron or coliform bacteria. Point-of-use treatment adds an extra safety layer.
Nitrates From Runoff
Agricultural runoff raises nitrate levels in rural wells, a concern for infants. Reverse osmosis removes nitrates; carbon filters alone do not.
Emerging Contaminants
Pharmaceutical compounds and microplastics aren’t fully addressed by municipal treatment. Reverse osmosis offers the most comprehensive removal.
Filtration Systems Brown’s Installs
Water Filtration System Cost Ranges for Winnipeg
Under-Sink Carbon Block Filter
$350–$700
A two or three-stage under-sink system removes chlorine, taste, odour, and some volatile organic compounds at the kitchen tap. Installation requires a dedicated filter faucet; cartridges are replaced annually. The most cost-effective starting point for Winnipeg city-connected homes where taste is the main concern.
Get a QuoteFive-Stage Reverse Osmosis
$450–$900
The most comprehensive residential drinking water treatment available. A semipermeable RO membrane removes 95%+ of dissolved solids — including lead, nitrates, fluoride, arsenic, chromium, and most pharmaceutical contaminants — into a pressurized tank with a dedicated faucet. Membrane replaced every two to three years.
Get a QuoteWhole-Home Carbon Filter
$600–$1,400
Installed at the main water entry, removing chlorine, taste, and odour from every tap and shower in the house. A practical choice where chlorine-sensitive family members have skin or respiratory reactions in the shower, not just at the kitchen tap.
Get a QuoteUV Disinfection for Well Water
$6,000–$7,000
Installed on the supply line, destroying bacteria, viruses, and protozoa without adding chemicals to the water. An essential component of any well water system in Manitoba, recommended after any flooding event that may have impacted a private well.
Get a QuoteWhat to Expect
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Water Evaluation
We evaluate the integrity of your water and recommend the ideal filtration system for your home — under-sink, whole-home, reverse osmosis, or UV — based on your specific needs and budget.
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Installation & Testing
Brown’s performs all installation work, including dedicated faucet installation where required, and leaves the system running and tested before departure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of water filters do you install?
We install under-sink filters, whole-house filtration systems, reverse osmosis, and specialty filters (iron, sediment, UV).
How do I know I need a water filter?
If you notice foul taste, odor, discoloration, or sediment in your water, filtration may help.
Do commercial properties need water filtration?
Yes — offices, restaurants, and building complexes benefit from filtration for safe, clean water.
How often do filters need changing?
Typically every 6–12 months, depending on usage and filter type.
Can filtration systems remove viruses and bacteria?
Some systems (UV + RO combinations) can reduce bacteria and viruses when properly sized and installed.
How long does it take to install an under-sink water filtration system?
A standard under-sink carbon block or reverse osmosis installation takes approximately one to two hours, including the dedicated faucet installation. Brown’s performs all installation work and leaves the system running and tested before departure.
Ready for Cleaner, Safer Water?
Locally owned since 1979, licensed and insured, with the right filtration system for your home and budget.