Handles iron, low pH, and hard water for homes with 1-3 bathrooms. The right-sized system without paying for capacity you do not need.
Watch This Before BuyingMeet Aidan, your water treatment expert
Not Sure What Your Small Home Needs?Most people calling about this system know their well water has problems but are not sure if they need all 4 stages or just 2-3. Aidan will review your water test results and tell you exactly what you need. If a smaller or larger package makes more sense, he will point you there. No pressure.
✓ Free shipping to all lower 48 states (ships freight on pallet)
✓ Fill funnel for calcite and resin
✓ 7-day expert support from Aidan at 800-460-5810
Iron and Sulfur AIO Filter
Model
Fleck 2510AIO Air-Injection Oxidation
Media
Katalox-Light -- 2.5 cubic feet
Tank
13" x 54" Vortech (gravel-free)
Iron Capacity
Up to 10 ppm
Sulfur Capacity
Up to 5 ppm H2S
Connections
1" male threaded
Drain
Required (backwashing system)
Electricity
120V outlet required
Acid Neutralizer
Model
Clack C1190 Non-Backwashing Upflow
Media
Calcite -- 150 lbs (3 bags)
Tank
10" x 54" Vortech (gravel-free)
pH Range
5.5 - 6.9 (raises to ~7.0)
Electricity
None required
Drain
None required
Water Softener (48,000 Grain)
Model
Fleck 5600SXT Electronic Demand
Resin
10% crosslink -- 1.5 cubic feet
Tank
10" x 54" Vortech (gravel-free)
Salt Tank
18" x 33" with safety float
Service Flow
Up to 10 GPM continuous
Bypass
1" stainless steel, pre-installed
Power Backup
48-hour capacitor
Sediment Pre-Filter
Housing
4" x 20" Big Blue
Cartridge
5-micron sediment (included)
Replacement
Every 3-6 months depending on sediment load
All tanks and valves made in the USA. 5-year valve warranty, 10-year tank warranty on all systems.
Call before you install. Aidan walks every customer through placement and plumbing over the phone. Call 800-460-5810 with your basement or utility room layout.
Water softener (requires 120V outlet + drain line)
Electrical Requirements
Two systems need power: the iron filter and the water softener. You need 2 available 120V outlets in your utility area. The acid neutralizer and sediment filter are fully passive.
Drain Requirements
The iron filter and water softener need drain lines for backwash and regeneration. Route 1/2" tubing to a floor drain, utility sink, or outside (max 20 feet each).
Space Planning
Plan for roughly 5-6 linear feet of wall space. The three tanks (iron, acid neutralizer, softener) are 10-13 inches in diameter. The Big Blue housing mounts vertically and is compact. This system is specifically sized to fit in smaller utility areas.
Time Estimate
Most homeowners finish in 4-6 hours. A plumber can complete it in half a day. Either way, Aidan is on the phone at 800-460-5810 to walk through every step.
Sediment Filter Every 3-6 months
Replace the 5-micron cartridge when flow drops or it looks dirty. Unscrew the housing with the included wrench, swap the cartridge, and reinstall. Takes 5 minutes.
Iron / Sulfur AIO Filter Minimal
The Fleck 2510AIO backwashes automatically on a schedule you set during installation. Katalox-Light media lasts 7-10+ years under normal conditions. No media changes unless iron levels are extreme.
Acid Neutralizer Every 12-18 months
Add calcite through the fillport when the media level drops to about 2/3 full. No valve removal needed. Calcite is available in 50 lb bags.
Water Softener Monthly salt check
Keep the brine tank at least 1/4 full with salt. Small homes typically go through a 40 lb bag every 6-10 weeks. The Fleck 5600SXT regenerates automatically based on your usage.
Questions about maintenance? Call or text 800-460-5810, available 7 days a week.
You save $430.00 when purchased as a complete system
Video Guides
Watch our well water treatment guides has 32 years of industry experience.
Complete Guide to Well Water Filtration
Iron Filters for Well Water: The Complete Guide
Why a 4-Stage System for Smaller Homes?
Same Problems. Right-Sized Solution.
If you live in a smaller home on well water, you have the same water problems as everyone else: iron staining, acidic water corroding pipes, and hard water scaling fixtures. You just do not need the oversized tanks.
This 4-stage system is specifically sized for households with 1-3 bathrooms and 1-4 people. The 1.5 cubic foot acid neutralizer and 48,000 grain softener provide more than enough capacity without the added cost of larger equipment. The iron filter is the full 2.5 cubic foot unit because iron removal depends on contact time, not home size.
All media is included, all tanks are Vortech gravel-free, and all valves are professional-grade Fleck and Clack. Free shipping on pallet to the lower 48 states.
✔4-Stage System
✔Sized for 1-3 Bathrooms
✔All Media Included
✔Free Shipping
✔5 to 10 Year Warranties
✔7-Day Expert Support
✔Made in USA
Feature
Our System
Others
System Count
✔
4 Matched Stages
1-2 Generic Cartridges
Iron Removal
✔
2.5 CF Katalox-Light AIO
Small Cartridge or None
pH Correction
✔
1.5 CF Clack Non-Backwashing
Often Missing Entirely
Softener Capacity
✔
48,000 Grain / 10% Crosslink
24-32K / Standard 8% Resin
Sediment Pre-Filter
✔
Big Blue 5-Micron Included
Extra Cost Add-On
Expert Support
✔
7-Day Phone + Text + Email
Limited or None
Warranty
✔
5-Year Valves + 10-Year Tanks
1-Year Limited
System Count
✅ Us4 Matched Stages
❌ Them1-2 Generic Cartridges
Iron Removal
✅ Us2.5 CF Katalox-Light AIO
❌ ThemSmall Cartridge or None
pH Correction
✅ Us1.5 CF Clack Non-Backwashing
❌ ThemOften Missing Entirely
Softener Capacity
✅ Us48,000 Grain / 10% Crosslink
❌ Them24-32K / Standard 8% Resin
Sediment Pre-Filter
✅ UsBig Blue 5-Micron Included
❌ ThemExtra Cost Add-On
Expert Support
✅ Us7-Day Phone + Text + Email
❌ ThemLimited or None
Warranty
✅ Us5-Year Valves + 10-Year Tanks
❌ Them1-Year Limited
✔ Got a Question About Your System?
Whether you need help with installation, valve programming, media refills, or troubleshooting, Aidan is available 7 days a week. Real answers from someone who has been doing this for 29+ years.
📞 Call Us800-460-5810
✉️ Email Supportsupport@midatlanticwater.net
🕒 Live Hours7 days a week, 8am-5pm Eastern
Frequently Asked Questions
The tank and media sizes are right-sized for homes with 1-3 bathrooms and 1-4 people. The 1.5 cubic foot acid neutralizer and 48,000 grain softener handle the flow demand of a smaller household without the cost of oversized equipment. The iron filter is the same 2.5 cubic foot unit we use in larger systems because iron removal needs the contact time regardless of home size.
It depends on your water test. If you have iron, low pH, and hardness (the most common combination in well water), then yes. If you only have one or two of these problems, you might only need 2-3 stages. Call Aidan at 800-460-5810 with your water test results and he will tell you exactly which stages to keep and which to skip.
This system is designed around the 3 most common well water problems: iron, low pH, and hardness. Most small homes with these issues do not also have bacterial contamination or significant taste/odor problems after the iron and pH are corrected. If your water test shows bacteria or you want taste polishing, we can add a UV sterilizer or carbon filter to your order. Call us.
Yes, both are easy to add. The carbon filter goes after the softener (no power or drain needed) and the UV goes last in the line. We sell both as standalone systems that plumb right into the existing treatment line with standard 1-inch connections.
Yes. With 4 systems it is very manageable for a handy homeowner. Plan 4-6 hours. The key is getting them in the right order (sediment, iron, neutralizer, softener) and making sure connections are tight. Aidan walks customers through installation over the phone 7 days a week at 800-460-5810.
You can upgrade individual stages without replacing the whole system. If you move to a larger home or add bathrooms, the most common upgrade is the softener (48K to 64K). Call us and we will advise on what makes sense without over-spending.
Small Home Well Water ...$5,150.00
Why a 4-Stage System Costs More
Professional Components vs. Budget Alternatives
What You Get With Budget Systems
Budget 'whole house' filter bundles often use undersized tanks, cheap cartridge-based iron removal that clogs in weeks, timer-based softener valves that waste salt, and partial media fills that need immediate topping off. They also rarely include an acid neutralizer at all, leaving your pipes to corrode even after the iron is filtered out.
Most sellers offer limited or no support. When you are connecting 3 or 4 systems and need to know which goes first or how to program the valve, you are on your own.
The Real Cost Comparison
Budget 'Whole House' Bundle
$2,000-3,500
❌Lifespan: Fails in 3-4 years
❌Result: Frequent repairs, poor water quality, leaks
These 4 systems cost $5,550 purchased individually. This package saves $400 and ensures everything is properly sized to work together. The long-term value is even better: professional-grade components last longer, waste less salt, and do not need constant media replacement like budget alternatives.
What You Get With Our System
This system uses the same professional-grade components we have been selling for 29+ years: a Fleck 2510AIO for iron removal, a Clack C1190 non-backwashing neutralizer, and a Fleck 5600SXT softener. All tanks are Vortech gravel-free for better flow and easier service. The 10% crosslink resin in the softener lasts 20-30% longer than the standard 8% used in budget packages.
You also get Aidan on the phone 7 days a week. Before the purchase, during installation, and for the life of the system.
Contact Us
800-460-5810
We're here to help.
1-Year Risk-Free Guarantee
Sized for Small Homes, Backed for Life
If this 4-stage system fails to solve your well water problems within 30 days of installation, contact us and we will work with you to resolve the issue. Whether that means troubleshooting your setup, adjusting valve programming, replacing a component, or issuing a full refund. No shipping heavy equipment back. No restocking fees. No runaround.
10,000+Systems Installed
455+Verified Reviews
29+Success Rate
After 29+ years selling and supporting water treatment systems, we know which components work together and how to size them for smaller homes. This is not a one-size-fits-all bundle. It is specifically configured for households with 1-3 bathrooms that have iron, low pH, and hardness.
The Industry "Return Policy" Trap
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Most online retailers offer a return policy that requires you to ship everything back at your expense. For a 4-stage system on a pallet, that is $300-400 in return freight alone. Then a 15-25% restocking fee on top. It is designed to make returns impractical.
How Our Real Guarantee Works
1
The System Doesn't Fix Your Water
If your water test still shows problems after installation, that is on us.
2
You Call Us, We Fix It
We troubleshoot with you: water test results, installation order, valve settings, flow rates.
Full Refund, No Hassle
If we cannot resolve the issue, you get a full refund. We handle the logistics. You do not ship anything back.
This is what I recommend for smaller homes with the classic well water problems: iron, low pH, and hardness. You do not need a 6-stage system if bacteria is not an issue and your taste is fine after the iron comes out. Call me with your water test and I will confirm if this is the right fit or if you should size up.
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