What water filter installation typically costs
| Under-sink filter | $489–$889Filter supplied by you or by us. |
|---|---|
| Whole-house filter | $1,489–$2,989Installed on the main line with a bypass. |
Typical prices in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in 2026, before tax. They are a guide, not our quote. Too much depends on your home to price these jobs unseen, so your price is set on site, in writing, before any work starts.
When you need it
- Chlorine taste or smell at the tap
- Sediment, staining or scale on fixtures
- You are on well water
What changes the price
| Type of system | A single under-sink filter costs far less than a whole-home system. |
|---|---|
| Space and access | Whole-home systems need room near where the water enters the house. |
| Drain and power | Softeners and some filters need a drain connection and an outlet. |
What the job involves
- Talk through what you want removed: taste, chlorine, sediment or hardness.
- Choose the location and fit shut-offs and a bypass.
- Install the filter, with a drain and power connection if the system needs them.
- Flush it, check for leaks and show you how to change the cartridges.
- Time on site
- Usually 1 to 2 hours under a sink, half a day for a whole home
How pricing works for this job
There is no one price for water filter installation, because the factors above change it from one home to the next. It starts with an on-site estimate for $269. A Pure Mechanical Group plumber looks at the job and gives you a price in writing, good for 30 days. Approve it and the $269 comes off the price. If you do not go ahead, the fee covers the visit. Anything found once work has started is priced and approved before it is done.
Call 1-800-604-0631.
Questions people ask
How much does water filter installation cost in Metro Vancouver?
Under-sink filter: $489–$889. Whole-house filter: $1,489–$2,989. Typical prices in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in 2026, before tax. They are a guide, not our quote. Too much depends on your home to price these jobs unseen, so your price is set on site, in writing, before any work starts.
Do I need a filter on Metro Vancouver water?
The water is safe and soft. Most people who filter it want to remove the chlorine taste, or sediment from older pipes.
Under the sink or the whole home?
Under the sink treats drinking and cooking water. A whole-home system treats every tap, costs more and needs space where the water enters the house.
How often do cartridges need changing?
Usually every six to twelve months, depending on the system and how much water you use.
Is the estimate free?
No. A Pure Mechanical Group plumber comes out, looks at the job and gives you a written estimate. Approve it and the $269 comes off the price. If you do not go ahead, the fee covers the visit.
What if you find something unexpected once work starts?
The estimate is based on what can be seen. Anything found once a wall, floor or the ground is open is shown to you, priced and approved before it is done.
