WSP 6 GPM Whole House Nitrate Reduction System

Water Softener Plus’s WSP 6 GPM Whole House Nitrate Reduction System is designed to help reduce nitrate in well water. It uses a nitrate-selective anion-exchange resin to lower nitrate levels, especially common near farms. The system suits smaller homes with up to two bathrooms and includes practical features like a bypass valve and discharge hose.

What a plumber first sees when dealing with nitrate in your plumbing

When a plumber inspects your plumbing, one of the first signs nitrate may be present is the persistent need to address discoloration or unusual tastes coming from your well water. The water might not look cloudy, but it can taste slightly metallic or have a chemical edge, different from what you expect from fresh water. This subtle but persistent issue is often linked to nitrate contamination from fertilizers seeping into the groundwater.

How the control head keeps your nitrate reduction running smoothly

The heart of this system is its automatic control head. It handles the cycles that keep the system effective without you needing to manage anything day to day. It runs service, backwash, and rinse cycles at the right times to keep the media fresh and ready. When the nitrate-selective resin needs to be refreshed, the control head triggers regeneration with salt brine, like a water softener does. This automation saves you time and reduces guesswork.

The media inside your nitrate reduction system and why it matters

Inside the tank, the system holds two types of resin. One is a high-capacity cation exchange resin that mainly targets hardness, helping with scale buildup. The other is a nitrate-selective anion-exchange resin designed to capture nitrate molecules specifically, swapping them out for harmless chloride ions. This selective resin is important because it prevents “nitrate dumping,” a problem where less selective resins can release nitrate back into your water when overwhelmed by other substances like sulfate. This system’s media works reliably to keep nitrate levels lower in your household water.

The tank and capacity: what to expect from the physical setup

The pressure vessel that holds the media is built to last and comes with a lifetime warranty. While the exact tank size and dimensions are confirmed when the system is sized for your home, it is designed to handle a flow rate of about 6 gallons per minute. This means it can keep up with the water needs of a small household without slowing down or losing effectiveness.

Who this nitrate reduction system is best suited for

This system is a good fit for smaller homes with one or two people and one or two bathrooms. If your water use is light to moderate and your main concern is nitrate in well water, this system can handle the load. For larger households or higher flow requirements, a bigger system would be necessary to keep water flow steady and treatment effective.

What you get with this system and the next step

Included with this system is a bypass valve so you can isolate it during maintenance without shutting off water to your home. You also get 10 feet of discharge hose for the drain line installation. The tank itself carries a lifetime warranty, while the control valve and electronics come with the manufacturer’s standard warranty. We recommend you contact the Water Softener Plus team with your ZIP code and water problem details. They will confirm the exact configuration for your home and provide a free, no-obligation quote tailored to your nitrate concerns.

Who this size is right for

This is rated for roughly 6 gallons per minute of service flow, which suits a small home - around 1-2 people with 1-2 bathrooms.

Check this against your peak demand rather than your daily total. A unit that is marginal on flow will drop pressure at exactly the times you notice it most.