In this day and age, purifying your water can be important, not only for the taste of the water, but also for your health. Many water sources contain organic contaminates, mineral deposits, such as iron and sulfur, and even arsenic. Filtering your water can improve the taste, the order and remove cloudiness. They are also able to protect against contaminates that may be in the water, such as the arsenic that is mentioned above as well as pesticides from agricultural areas.
What are the option in water purifiers? Here is a guide to the different types you can have in your home. You can even combine these options to get the best home water filtering that is possible.
Carbon-based systems
Carbon-based water filtering systems filter the water at the point of use. They contain removable cartridges that must be replaced. If you want to improve the taste and odor of your water, as well as remove organic contaminates, then this type of filter is for you. You have the option of different types. The basic and easiest to use are a carafe filter, a refrigerator-door filter and a faucet-mount system. Other options include under the sink, countertop and whole house systems, although a whole-house system may not remove health contaminates. Most often, a whole house system is used to “soften” the water.
Light systems
A whole house system can be installed that will use light to kill any incoming bacteria. We have this type of system in our home. When we had our home inspection, it was revealed that our well water had high levels of bacteria in it. The light system takes care of the problem. This system has to be professionally installed.
Reverse osmosis systems
An under-the-sink reverse osmosis tanks hold about 10 gallons of water and are the only type of system that is certified to remove arsenic and lead from your water. The filter lasts several years before it needs to be replaced. The downside of this system is that it requires some plumbing modifications and has a very slow flow rate. In addition, for every gallon of water that is filtered, three to five gallons of water are wasted.
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