Install Water Filter in Condo Rental?

a different angle: ask the juristic office first, not just the owner. some buildings ban any water line modifications period, even with owner approval, because they're worried about leaks damaging other units. i know someone in a sathorn condo who got shut down after the owner said yes, wasted the contractor's time and deposit. also, if you're set on under sink, check if the cabinet has a pre-cut hole for tubing in the back panel. most newer condos do, and then you don't need to drill anything at all, just run the line through that. saves the headache

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yeah most owners here are chill about it if you go with a countertop setup instead of drilling. i lived in a condo near ari and just got a 3-stage filter that connects to the faucet from HomePro for like 2,500 baht, no holes needed, takes 10 mins to install and remove. the owner actually thanked me for not drilling when i moved out, said the previous tenant had patched holes that looked awful

if you're set on under sink, some buildings have rules about modifying the cabinet, even with permission. the juristic office might require you to use their approved contractor or sign a waiver. worth asking them first before the owner even says yes

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imo the under sink route is overkill for most Bangkok condos. the water here isnt as bad as people think, especially in newer buildings with central filtration. i've been in my place near Phrom Phong for 2 years and just use a basic faucet-mounted filter from Lazada for like 800 baht. tastes fine, no drilling, and i can take it with me when i move.

if you're dead set on under sink, look into the ones that tap into the existing cold water line without drilling. HomePro sells a few models that just use a Y-splitter valve under the sink, no holes needed. costs a bit more but totally reversible. the owner might still say no but at least you're not asking to drill into their cabinet.

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Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but I've always found their som tam a bit tame on the pla ra. If you want the real funky version, try the shophouse spots along Soi Udomsuk 26, near the night market end. They pound it fresh with fermented fish that'll clear your sinuses, and it's like 60 baht. Different style from the On Nut places, more Lao-leaning.

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for som tam specifically i'd say the Isaan spots in Chatuchak are underrated, weekdays only though since the weekend crowd ruins the vibe. there's a stall near gate 2 that does tam pa with fermented bamboo shoots, super sour and funky, not something you see much in On Nut. if you're already heading north for Or Tor Kor anyway its worth the detour.

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honestly the som tam at Krua Dok Mai Kao is good but what got me hooked is their nam prik pla raa dip with the raw veggies, that funk hits way harder than the papaya does. think most people sleep on it cuz they just order the som tam and gai yang. also pro tip, go before noon on weekdays, after that teh pla ra gets milder cuz they batch it for the lunch rush

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