If you are building in the City of Melton, understanding your local water profile is key to protecting your new home. Your water is managed by Greater Western Water, primarily drawing from the Merrimu and Thomson Reservoirs.

While Melbourne’s water originates in protected catchments, it undergoes significant chemical treatment before it reaches the West. By the time it hits Rockbank, it has been treated with chlorine and fluoride and has travelled through kilometres of brand-new infrastructure.

• Chlorine treatment: To keep water sterile across the massive new pipeline networks of Woodlea and Bridgefield, chlorine is used for disinfection. Because water often sits longer in new mains while occupancy is low, residents frequently notice a strong “chemical” taste or odour.
• Water hardness: Rockbank can experience slightly higher mineral content compared to inner-city suburbs, particularly when local reservoirs like Merrimu are lower. This moderately soft water can occasionally lead to light scaling on new glass shower screens and tapware.
• Transit sediment: With constant construction near the Rockbank station precinct and surrounding estates, fine sediment can enter the lines during pipe installations. This grit is the primary cause of blocked aerators and damaged internal seals in premium appliances.

By installing a whole-house filtration system, you are essentially taking control of the water at its point of entry.