Quick answer
The total is the system, the installation and ongoing filter changes. At PlatyPure, Ecopure is $2,499 and Distillo $2,999, supplied with a standard installation. Long pipe runs, ground mounting or older pipes can add to the job; we confirm any extra in writing before booking.
What you’re paying for
- The system: the housings, frame or cabinet, gauges and first set of cartridges.
- Installation: a licensed plumber’s time, fittings and connecting the system into your main line.
- Running costs: replacement cartridges on schedule. Sediment and carbon systems use no electricity.
What can add to the install
- A long distance between the meter and where the system goes.
- No suitable wall, so it needs a fence or ground mount.
- Older galvanised pipes that need extra fittings.
- Shared meter banks in units and townhouses.
- Tight, steep or locked access.
This is why we ask for three photos: they show whether your job is a standard install before anyone visits.
How to compare quotes fairly
- Is installation included, and what does a “standard” install cover?
- Will a licensed plumber do the work, and will you get a compliance certificate? In Victoria, most plumbing jobs over $750 need one.
- What certifications does the system have, such as WaterMark?
- How often do cartridges need changing, and what do they cost?
- What warranty covers the system and the installation?
Common questions
How much does PlatyPure charge for a whole-house filter?
Ecopure is $2,499 and Distillo is $2,999, supplied and installed with a standard installation. Any extra work is confirmed in writing before booking.
Are there ongoing costs?
Yes, replacement filter cartridges on the manufacturer’s schedule. Sediment and carbon systems don’t use electricity.
Why does installation cost vary?
Distance from the meter, the mounting surface, pipe type and access all change how long the job takes and what fittings are needed.
General information for homes on town water in Victoria. It isn’t a substitute for advice about your specific property or water supply.
