Temperature LimitsUpdated 3 months ago
Given that our products are made of plastic, there are some limits on how cold and hot the water can be, but also the environment they are installed in.
Freezing
Freezing pipes are notorious for causing issues in homes, and filters are no different. If water begins to freeze inside your Cascadian Water filter, damage will occur and you will need to replace the entire housing. In cool northern climates, it's advised to install the filter in a location which doesn't get below freezing for long if it cannot be avoided. If you are unsure of where to install the filter to avoid freezing temperatures, consult a professional plumber in your area.
Installation in freezing climates
Filters are frequently installed in crawlspaces below a home, in basements, garages, or even closets. Some people will get away with wrapping insulation material around the filter too.
High Temperatures
High temperatures cause plastic to become weak and soft which compromises it's structural integrity. For this reason, there are limits to what temperature the Cascadian Water filters can be exposed to. Temperatures above 100F are problematic. For details, be sure to consult the product specifications.
Hot Water
Warming plastic causes it to become soft, and weak. For this reason we don't recommend using hot water inside of any Cascadian Water filter. It is okay to use Cascadian Water filters before water heaters, just not after.
Outdoor installations and Sunlight
In the deserts of america, it is common to have water connections from the main to an individual's home above ground and outdoors, exposed to the sunlight and high temperatures. While this is an appealing installation location since it is easy to access, and a filter installed there is guaranteed to treat all the water in your home, this should be avoided. The plastic is not durable enough to be installed in this location. Instead, it is preferred to install the filters just inside the garage if possible (typically where water enters the home) and just prior to the Soft Water Loop if your home has one. Another common alternative is inside a closet since a crawlspace is rarely an option for homes in the american southwest.