It’s important to buy a good treatment system if you want better-tasting water, one without any unpleasant smells. This isn’t an easy decision to make, though. Here’s what you need to know to help you invest in a good one.
What’s in your water?
There is a range of filter systems out there, some of which are designed to remove a specific contaminant or material. Knowing what’s in your water, then, can help you figure out which treatment systems make for a good short list of options, the NSF says. Once you have that list, start exploring your options further.
What are the different systems?
When you shop around for treatment solutions, you’re likely to come across different systems. This will include UV water treatment systems that use UV rays to filter your water. There are also reverse osmosis systems that filter out salt, and distillation which boils the water, turns water into steam and puts the clean water in a separate container while the toxic materials remain in the first one.
What do you need?
Do you need an entire house filter? Or are you eyeing a small one, just enough to fit into your tiny kitchen or apartment? When you shop around for UV water treatment systems, always factor in your needs and lifestyle. Consider your living arrangements. Do you have enough space for everything? Keep that in mind. The last thing you want is to spend good money on a unit that’s going to turn out too small or big for your needs.
How much will it cost?
Check the price tag. Think about the maintenance and repair costs well. Make sure that’s a part of your tally when you compute how much money it will take to cover the cost of the price tag and repair or maintenance bills in the future.
