Water Filtration

If you’re like most of us, you’ve undoubtedly heard the recent and frightening reports that our drinking water is contaminated, but a quality water filter can remedy that situation. For my money, countertop water filters are the next best thing to having a whole house water filter, and for those of us that live in apartments it may in fact be our only way of providing safe drinking water for our families. Water filtration systems in general are pretty much becoming a must have along with the fridge and stove.

But how to choose the best countertop water filter; that’s the question that’s on our minds.

I mean we all see the commercials promoting countertop water filters like they are going out of style. But what makes a good buy?

Of course price is always a key factor, but what you and I are after is safe drinking water for our families. Just like you, I am all about protecting my family’s health so here are some keys to choosing what to look for before purchasing.

Luckily for us, effective countertop water filters need not require getting a second mortgage. In fact, less than a couple hundred bucks and you can choose among the very best countertop water filters out there which hopefully will put your mind at ease, however, cost is not the only consideration.

What it will cost to maintain your unit is just as important as the initial cost. There will be periodic filter replacement costs, but keep in mind that a filter that protects you and your family from dangerous contaminants like lead and prescription drugs and chlorine by-products is what is most important here. Ruined health is much more expensive.

Also you’ll want to find out what the unit will cost you per gallon of water cleaned. Get the best cost per gallon you can for your money, but don’t buy the cheapest unit you can find. It’s more about getting something in exchange for your money than about pinching a penny until Lincoln screams.

Second, and more importantly, how well it removes contaminants from your water is another serious consideration. Let me tell you, single stage filters just don’t hold up in this respect regardless of their price or size. A tested and proven combination filter that uses more than one type of filtration is the key here.

How it’s constructed is another factor. Cheap, easily breakable plastic connectors and leaking fittings can become a nightmare in themselves, especially if you’ve got kids around who as we all know aren’t always careful and delicate with things.

Also, installation should not mean that you have to call in a team of plumbers. The very best units are simple to install and do not take very much time and effort. These things show a company thought about it’s customers when designing their product.

So there you have it:

*Price- initial and ongoing,

*size and construction,

*all important affective combination filtration and

*ease of installation

These are where you should start your search for the best countertop water filters available.

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