Water Filters
Not All Drinking Water Filters are Created Equal. What You Really Need to Know
We did some research on the prices of drinking water filters for you. At first glance, you might think that the really high priced units are the best quality or that a really low priced drinking Water Filter is the best value. We thought that too, until we got a little education.
Reverse osmosis is the most expensive choice in drinking water filters for home use. They use them in large industries and public treatment facilities. In certain situations, they are the right choice for the home, but most of us can do without them.
There best application is desalination, but without additional steps, the water is still not safe to drink.
The more reasonably priced drinking water filter systems reach a top price of around $420.00. They are typically some form of carbon filtration, combined with a micron filter and some sort of stage to balance mineral content and pH levels.
Practically the same drinking water filters can be purchased for less than $150. The difference is mark-up. Buying directly from the factory that manufactures the drinking water filter will save you hundreds of dollars.
For less than $150 and a dime a day, You Can get one of the top ten rated drinking water filters, in the world. These units are designed to sit on your counter, next to your sink. They are more effective and less likely to leak than the units that screw directly onto the faucet.
There is typically an option to switch from filtered to unfiltered, in case you want to extend the filter life by doing dishes or washing vegetables in unfiltered water. For cooking though, you will enjoy better tasting healthier foods, if you turn the drinking water filter to the "on" position.
You may be tempted by the really low priced drinking water filters that retail around $40. We thought they might be a good reasonably priced alternative for a family on a budget. We found that there were several problems.
Most are really chlorine filters, not purifiers. Many harmful contaminants, such as THMs and VOCs, which have been linked to cancer, will not be blocked by the cheap models. In some, the toxic metal lead is not removed. Lead contamination is a big problem in many cities. Not because the treatment facility isn't doing their job, but because the pipes that run into the house are old.
Bacterial cysts are another type of contaminant that a cheaper drinking water filter cannot remove. They can cause parasitic infections in the gastrointestinal tract and have been know to cause death in children, the elderly and people with a compromised immune system.
If that's not enough, cheap drinking water filters cost more to use. On average more than 20 cents per day, as opposed to the 10 cents per day that is available. You see, they get you by charging a lower price initially, but then charging more for replacement filtration cartridges. Or, the cartridge has a very short lifespan. Either way, you end up spending more in the long run.
About the Author
Author Steve Waters is passionate about our water supply. See which drinking water filter is the only one he recommends after extensive research at http://www.BestH2oFilter.com
Do tap water filters (like Britta) work in the islands?
I’m going on a 3 week vacation to St-Kitts. I don’t want to carry bottled water or have to purchase water while I am there. I was wondering, would a “Britta” filter work? Or are there other pesticides or bacteria or something in the water that can’t be filtered with these filtration systems? If they do work, which is the best?
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Blueair Replacement Particle Filters for 501, 503, 550E, 601, 603, 650E Air Purifiers $63.95 These particle filters are made of polypropylene, which mechanically filters out airborne particles. To maximize filter effectiveness, particles are negatively charged before reaching the filters, thus rendering them harmless. Includes 3 particle filters which remove dust, pollen, bacteria, pet dander, mold spores, and other airborne particles.Compatible Models: Blueair 501, 503, 550E, 601, 603, 650E air purifiers. |
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FLT6000 Germ Guardian Replacement Filters With Replacement Reminder Sticker $52.99 The Germ Guardian FLT6000 Filter Replacement Pack includes a HEPA filter and a charcoal filter. It is especially designed to be used with the Germ Guardian AC6000 6-Stage Air Purifier. When the filter indication light on the air purifier turns on, it is time to check the filters to see if they need to be replaced. After replacing them, you’ll simply press the filter check reset button with a pin. The HEPA filter that comes in the FLT6000 filter replacement pack captures 99.97% of allergens including dust, mites, debris, mold, spores, pollen and pet dander. The charcoal filter removes odors and cigarette smoke. Both of these filters should be changed every 6-12 months depending on the amount of use and quality of air. A filter replacement reminder sticker is included as well. |
