Buying a water filtration system should be made after careful selection. If you want to find the best one for your needs, here are several ways.
Test your water
Know what you’re dealing with. What’s in your water? If you aren’t sure, then have it tested, This Old House says. Keep in mind that not all filters are built to filter out all inorganic matter. Blindly buying a filter without even knowing which contaminants are in your water makes for a shot in the dark. It’s not going to effectively clean your water.
Check out features
Once you know what kind of contaminants you’re dealing with, you can easily shop around for a water filtration system that’s a perfect match for treating your water. That means taking a longer look at the features that the filter has. Does it have a moderate to fast flow rate? If it’s time to change the filter, does the system have a feature that alerts you to that? Does the system come with a warranty? Does it have compatible attachments? You’ll want to check for these things beforehand.
Hire pros
When it’s time to install your filter system, don’t make the mistake of thinking you can do this. If you don’t have the proper knowledge and expertise, errors made during the installation stage could lead to long-term damage and affect your unit’s performance. Prevent all these problems by hiring contractors who are expert in installing the filtration system you’ve set your mind on.
Do your homework
Solid research can help you find the best filter and installation contractor. Go online and dig around until you know enough about the filter and contractor to assure yourself that you’re making a wise buying and hiring decision. Trust your gut, though. If something seems off about the contractor, look elsewhere.
