With proper maintenance and care, the ERS and Filtermatic reclaim systems are designed to last. The first Filtermatic system installed in an active car wash in 1994 is still in operation today. Performing required system maintenance and correcting outside issues such as foreign debris obstructing your water flow is paramount to ensuring the longevity of your system. Depending on your specific water costs, the installation and operation of a SoBrite reclaim system will pay for itself several times over during the course of your ownership, and likely beyond.