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Whole House Water
Filters
by: Mandy
Nemenko
So you know the benefits of purifying your drinking water and
have already installed a filter for your kitchen tap. But what
happens when you get thirsty upstairs and the closest water faucet
is in the bathroom? This is where a whole house water filter system
will benefit you.
A whole house water filter produces purified water for all water
sources in your house. Because it is a point-of-entry system, you
will have purifed wter for every faucet, bathtub, even toilet in
your home.
Using filtered water to flush toilets and wash dishes may seem
like a waste at first glance. However, reducing household chlorine
chlorine could play a crucial role in the well being of you and your
family. The Environmental Protection Agency states "Every household
in America, on municipally treated water, has an elevated level of
chloroform gas in the area, specifically in showering, washing
dishes, washing clothes, and flushing toilets."
Chloroform is a poisoness byproduct of chlorine that may cause
damage to the nervous system and kidneys. Chlorine has also been
linked to asthma. Several studies have linked chlorine inhalation
from swimming or working in pools to severe asthma-like symptoms.
Imagine the cost and hassle of installing a tap and shower filter
in every water source in your home. A whole house water filter would
more efficiently remove contaminants in the long run at the fraction
of the cost. The initial installation will require a plumber.
However, further maintenance (such as replacing filter cartridges)
can be done on your own.
When choosing a water filter, check that the product is
officially certified. Compare different water filter systems to see
how efffective they are at removing different contaminants. Make
sure your whole house water filter does not remove the healthful
minerals with the contaminants. Removing important substances can
cause mineral deficiencies in the long run. Also check that product
comes with a warranty. (Usually this is free.)
The benefits of a whole house water filter far outweigh the costs
in the long run. A whole house water filter will give you the peace
of mind of a household water supply free from potentially dangerous
contaminants. Besides good tasting and clear water for your entire
household, you will be contributing to the long-term health of you
and your family.
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About The Author
Written by Mandy Thomson, who is running the Home Water
Filter System Guide at http://www.watersoftener-filters.com.
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