Waimana Waiora Essence I Whole House Mains Filter - Single Stage, 10 Inch Jumbo, Chlorine Removal NZ

City mains water is treated before it reaches your home — but the chlorine used in that process can leave your water tasting and smelling flat. The Waiora Essence I filters it out. This is a single-stage whole house system built for New Zealand homes on town water. A 5 micron carbon block removes chlorine taste and odour from every tap in the house — drinking water, cooking, coffee, ice. The 10 inch jumbo housing arrives pre-mounted on a powder-coated bracket, ready to go on the wall. Connection is standard 25mm BSP. Filter changes are DIY-friendly with the included housing spanner. Key specs at a glance 1-stage filtration Filter: 5 micron carbon block Housing: 10 inch × 4.5 inch jumbo Connection: 25mm BSP Cartridge life: 6–12 months Bracket: Powder-coated steel Warranty: 3 years Why Kiwi homeowners choose the Waiora Essence I Removes chlorine taste and smell from town water at every tap Simple single-stage setup — one housing, one cartridge, one job to do Compact footprint — fits in tight spaces under the house or in a utility cupboard Simple DIY filter changes — no special tools needed beyond the included spanner Pre-mounted and ready to install How it works The 5 micron carbon block reduces chlorine, chemical tastes, and odours from your mains supply. Most customers notice the difference in their drinking water, tea, and coffee straight away. If you're also dealing with sediment, rust flakes, or grit from older supply lines, the Waiora Essence II adds a sediment pre-filter upstream of the carbon block and protects the carbon stage from loading up prematurely. Get in touch if you're unsure which system suits your supply. Technical specifications Specification Detail Stages 1 Housing size 10 inch × 4.5 inch Cartridge size 10 inch × 4.5 inch Filter 5 micron carbon block Connection 25mm BSP Cartridge life 6–12 months Bracket Powder-coated steel Warranty 3 years What's in the box 10 inch jumbo housing (pre-mounted) 5 micron carbon block filter Housing spanner Mounting hardware FAQ Is the Waiora Essence I right for my home? It's designed for New Zealand homes on town (mains) water where chlorine taste and odour is the main concern. If you're also dealing with sediment or rust from older pipes, the Waiora Essence II — which adds a sediment pre-filter — is the better choice. For rainwater or bore water, get in touch and we'll point you in the right direction. What's the difference between the Essence I and Essence II? The Essence II adds a 1 micron polyspun sediment filter as a first stage, upstream of the carbon block. If your mains supply has visible sediment, rust flakes, or grit, the two-stage system protects the carbon block and extends its service life. If your water is clean and your only concern is taste and odour, the Essence I is sufficient. Do I need a plumber to install it? For most customers, yes — a licensed plumber is the safest path and protects your warranty on the plumbing side. That said, the Essence I arrives fully assembled, uses standard 25mm BSP fittings, and mounts with the included hardware. If you're confident with household plumbing, the installation is straightforward. If you're not sure, get in touch and we'll help you decide. How often do I replace the cartridge? Every 6–12 months, depending on your water quality and usage. A return of chlorine taste or odour is the clearest signal it's time to replace — even if flow rate is still good. Do I need bypass valves? They're not included, but they're worth adding. Bypass valves let you isolate the filter during cartridge changes without shutting off water to the rest of the house. Ask us about adding a set when you order. Will it affect my water pressure? The 10 inch jumbo housing is designed to maintain good flow. Keep the cartridge replaced on schedule — a clogged cartridge is the most common cause of pressure drop. What warranty does it come with? 3 years.