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Water Filtration Systems
Water Filtration Systems
The most important factor in choosing a water filtration system for your home is to know what is in your water to begin with. The only reliable way to obtain this information is through laboratory testing. Local health authorities can give you a list of state-certified testing laboratories that test residential water in your area. Once you know what contaminants are present in your drinking water, you are well on your way to choosing a water filtration system for your home.
Common contaminants found in drinking water around the country include iron, manganese, sulfur, bacteria, nitrates and low PH. In certain areas, chlorine, fluoride, sediment, heavy metals, hydrogen, sulfide and radon should be added to your list.
Typically, the most common filtration systems utilize activated carbon filters to filter the widest variety of contaminants. Other water filtration treatments include ultraviolet light treatment, effective against living organisms in drinking water, and reverse osmosis treatment, which removes a wide range of contaminants by forcing water through a membrane.
If water in your area is heavily contaminated, you may want to consider installing some or all of the following devices:
· refrigerator water filters,
· whole house water filters,
· water bottle filters,
· shower water filters,
· portable water filters,
· facet water filters,
· under-sink water filters,
· well water filters,
· countertop water filters, and
· pitcher water filters.
Pitcher and faucet water filter systems cost from $10.00 to $275.00 or more. Reverse osmosis systems will run you $150.00 to $500.00, with under-the-sink and countertop systems being anywhere from $50.00 to $400.00. Whole house systems depend on the size of your home and can be as inexpensive as $100.00 or can run into thousands of dollars. With this large variance in price, you’ll want to investigate your options for which water filtration systems suit your budget; also, make sure you factor in the cost for replacement filters as well as warranties and/or system replacement expenses.
If you feel lost in your search for the perfect water filtration system or you just want some expert advice, contact an experienced licensed plumber.
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