Common Water Contaminants in Houston’s Water Supply (and How to Remove Them)

Houston homeowners are no strangers to water quality concerns. With the city’s rapid growth and diverse water sources, it’s common for local water to contain a mix of minerals, chemicals, and other contaminants. While municipal water treatment does a good job of meeting safety standards, many families want extra protection—and better taste—at home. Here’s what you need to know about the most common water contaminants in Houston, and how Sunni Energy’s advanced filtration systems can help you enjoy cleaner, safer water.

1. Chlorine & Chloramine

Houston’s water is disinfected with chlorine and, increasingly, chloramine (a combination of chlorine and ammonia). While these chemicals kill bacteria, they can leave water with an unpleasant taste and odor. Chloramine is also corrosive to pipes and can be a concern for people with sensitive skin or fish tanks.

How to Remove Them:

• Whole-house filtration systems with specialized media (like PURONICS Hydronex iGen C with Chlorostatic Technology) effectively reduce chlorine and chloramine levels, delivering fresher, cleaner water to every tap.

  
  

2. Hard Minerals (Calcium & Magnesium)

Hard water is a well-known issue in Houston. High levels of calcium and magnesium cause scale buildup in pipes and appliances, leave spots on dishes, and can dry out skin and hair.

How to Remove Them:

• Water softeners use ion exchange to remove hard minerals, preventing scale and making cleaning easier. Sunni Energy’s water softeners protect your plumbing, appliances, and comfort.

  
  

3. Heavy Metals (Lead, Copper, etc.)

Aging infrastructure and pipe corrosion can introduce heavy metals like lead and copper into your water. Even at low levels, these metals can pose health risks, especially for children.

How to Remove Them:

• Reverse osmosis (RO) systems are highly effective at removing heavy metals from drinking water. PURONICS RO systems filter out up to 99% of lead, copper, and other contaminants.

  
  

4. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals

Trace amounts of pesticides, herbicides, and even pharmaceuticals can make their way into Houston’s water supply. These contaminants are not always removed by standard municipal treatment.

How to Remove Them:

• Advanced carbon filtration and RO systems target a broad range of chemical contaminants, ensuring your water is safer for drinking and cooking.

  
  

5. Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)

TDS measures the combined content of all inorganic and organic substances in water. High TDS can affect taste and indicate the presence of unwanted minerals or chemicals.

How to Remove Them:

• Reverse osmosis is the gold standard for reducing TDS and improving water taste and clarity.

  
  

Why Choose Sunni Energy for Your Water Filtration Needs?

An Authorized PURONICS Dealer, Sunni Energy delivers high-quality water filtration and softening systems tailored for Houston homes. Our solutions address the city’s most common water problems, from hardness and chlorine to heavy metals and chemicals. We offer whole-house and under-sink systems, same-day installation, and flexible financing.

Ready for cleaner, better-tasting water?

Contact Sunni Energy for a free water test and personalized recommendation.

Visit us at: www.sunnienergy.com

Or call: (832) 205-8195