Installing Big Blue Water Filter: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide for Clean Water!

Okay, so I’ve been meaning to get a water filter for the house for a while now. You know, to get rid of all that nasty stuff in the tap water. Finally got around to installing a big blue water filter, and let me tell you, it was quite the experience.

First, I did some research on water filters and decided a big blue one would be a good option. And I went to the local hardware store and picked up all the necessary supplies. You know, the filter housing, the filter cartridges, some pipes, and fittings. Got home and cleared out the space under the sink where I planned to install it.

Next, I turned off the main water supply to the house. This is important, folks, unless you want a surprise shower. Then, I cut into the main water line with a pipe cutter. I installed a T-fitting to divert the water to the filter. Connected some pipes from the T-fitting to the inlet of the filter housing. Easy peasy, right?

Then came the tricky part. I had to mount the filter housing to the wall. This thing is heavy, so I made sure to find the studs and used some heavy-duty screws. Once the housing was secure, I inserted the filter cartridges. Made sure to follow the instructions on which cartridge goes where. Usually, there’s a sediment filter first and then a carbon filter.

After that, I connected the outlet of the filter housing to another pipe that leads back to the main water line. Used another T-fitting to join it back. Made sure all the connections were tight and used some Teflon tape to prevent leaks. I am telling you, using Teflon tape is the most important thing when you do these kinds of things.

Once everything was hooked up, I slowly turned the main water supply back on. Checked for leaks. Thankfully, there were none! Then, I ran the water for a few minutes to flush out the new filters and get rid of any air in the lines. Now I use this line to get drinkable water.

Materials used in this project

• Big blue water filter housing
• Filter cartridges (sediment and carbon)
• Pipes and fittings
• Pipe cutter
• Teflon tape
• Heavy-duty screws
• Drill and screwdriver

Overall, it took me a good part of the day, but it was worth it. Now, we’ve got clean, filtered water straight from the tap. No more buying bottled water! It’s a win-win, saving money and reducing plastic waste. If you’re thinking about installing a water filter, I say go for it. It’s a bit of work, but totally doable, even for a non-plumber like me.