PFAS — also known as “forever chemicals” — have become a major health concern across Australia. As more homeowners in Bunbury, Busselton, Dunsborough, Margaret River and Augusta learn about PFAS showing up in groundwater and across the environment, one question comes up again and again:
“Can a whole house water filter actually remove PFAS?”
At Water Wellness – water that loves you back, this is now one of the most common questions we answer.
Here’s the honest, simple truth:
✔ Yes — our premium whole-home filtration system can reduce PFAS
✖ But no whole-home system on the market can remove PFAS completely
✔ For full PFAS removal, Water Wellness recommends pairing your system with our under-sink RO drinking-water unit
This blog explains exactly how PFAS filtration works and what Water Wellness can offer your home.
What Is PFAS & Why Are People Concerned?
PFAS chemicals were used for decades in:
- firefighting foam
- non-stick cookware
- food packaging
- textiles
- stain-resistant products
They don’t break down easily — hence “forever chemicals.”
Health authorities around the world are studying PFAS because long-term exposure may be linked to:
- hormone disruption
- immune system impacts
- cholesterol changes
- developmental effects in children
Australia has tightened PFAS guidelines recently, which has increased public awareness — especially in groundwater-fed regions like the South West.
Is PFAS a Concern in South West WA?
Many South West towns rely heavily on groundwater.
PFAS tends to move into groundwater more easily than into surface water.
That doesn’t mean your tap water is unsafe — but it does mean many locals want an extra layer of protection.
This is where Water Wellness filtration becomes valuable.
Do Whole House Filters Remove PFAS?
Here’s the clear breakdown:
❌ Standard carbon filters (like cheap Bunnings units)
DO NOT remove PFAS.
✔ Water Wellness Whole-Home System
CAN significantly reduce PFAS levels thanks to our advanced specialty filter (Filter 3), which uses high-grade carbon designed to capture small chemical compounds — including PFAS.
Our whole-home system is built using AquaCo’s commercial-grade cartridges, but branded and supplied through Water Wellness as our own high-performance solution.
BUT…
❌ Whole-home systems cannot fully remove PFAS to near-zero
PFAS molecules are extremely small and require a finer filtration membrane.
So to protect your entire home and drinking water:
✔ Water Wellness recommends a two-part system
- Whole-home filtration (our triple-stage Water Wellness system)
→ reduces PFAS
→ removes chlorine, sediment, metals, VOCs
→ protects skin, appliances, and plumbing - Under-sink RO drinking water system
→ removes PFAS up to 99%
→ removes fluoride and other dissolved contaminants
This pairing gives the safest and cleanest results.
What Our Whole-Home Water Wellness System Actually Does for PFAS
Our premium-grade Filter 3 cartridge (exclusive to Water Wellness installations) provides advanced chemical reduction beyond standard carbon stages.
Water Wellness Filter 3 can:
✔ reduce PFAS
✔ reduce PFOA & PFOS
✔ reduce fine chemical by-products
✔ reduce heavy metals
✔ reduce organic micropollutants
✔ improve taste and clarity
✔ give a more polished, purified feel to mains water
This is NOT a retail-grade filter — it is a high-capacity, whole-home advanced carbon block chosen specifically for South West groundwater conditions.
For Full PFAS Removal → Water Wellness Reverse Osmosis System
If PFAS reduction is your goal, our RO system is the gold standard.
Water Wellness RO systems remove:
✔ PFAS / PFOA / PFOS
✔ fluoride
✔ dissolved solids (TDS)
✔ nitrates
✔ hardness minerals
✔ micro-contaminants
✔ trace industrial chemicals
This is the closest you can get to bottled-water purity at home.
Paired with the whole-home system, it gives you:
- chlorine-free showers
- scale reduction
- clean water for appliances
- AND ultra-pure drinking water
That’s why many Water Wellness customers choose the combo.
Why PFAS Filtration Matters More in the South West
Unlike Perth (mostly desalinated water), the South West relies heavily on:
- groundwater bores
- aquifers
- underground supplies
PFAS tends to migrate more easily into groundwater than surface water or desalination sources.
So even if levels are low or well within guidelines, locals often want extra protection — especially families, retirees, and health-conscious households.
FAQs About PFAS & Water Wellness Systems
Do Water Wellness filters remove PFAS?
Our advanced Filter 3 reduces PFAS effectively at whole-home level.
Can your whole-home system fully eliminate PFAS?
Not fully — no whole-home filter can.
Complete removal requires reverse osmosis.
Does Water Wellness install RO systems?
Yes — we install high-performance under-sink RO systems ideal for drinking water.
Is the whole-home system still worth it without RO?
Absolutely — it improves taste, removes chlorine, reduces chemicals, and protects your home.
RO is for those who want the purest drinking water possible.
The Takeaway
PFAS is a growing concern, and South West WA homeowners deserve clear answers.
Here’s the truth, backed by science:
- Water Wellness whole-home systems DO reduce PFAS, thanks to our advanced Filter 3.
- For complete PFAS removal, our under-sink RO is the gold standard.
- The combination gives the safest, cleanest, best-tasting water in the South West.
Whether you’re in Bunbury, Busselton, Dunsborough, Margaret River or Augusta, Water Wellness has a filtration system tailored to your mains water — giving you daily access to water that loves you back.
