Types of Undersink Water Filters

Undersink water filters can be used by themselves or in conjunction with a whole house filter. Millions of people become ill every year due to bacteria and pollution in both city water and private wells. People are no longer waiting for the government to clean up the water, but are doing it themselves with filters both under the sink and treating the whole house. Others don’t think the government’s standards are high enough. There are several choices including carbon and reverse osmosis.

A reverse osmosis under sink filter is useful with a well or city water. They are effective for removing chlorine and other purification chemicals used in a municipal supply. For wells with a whole house softener, they remove the sodium that is a by product of the softening process. In addition, they can remove lead from your pipes. A reverse osmosis filter installed under the sink uses a two step process to clean the water. The first filter removes sediment then the membrane strains out smaller impurities and bacteria.

In addition to a reverse osmosis system, installing a carbon undersink filtering system will remove chlorine, lead and sediment from your drinking water. They are great if you are concerned about the chlorine smell. Look for a model that uses carbon filters, rather than granules for the best quality. Keep in mind that it won’t remove bacteria or pesticides, but if you’re just looking to get rid of the chlorine taste it will do the job well.

A good quality filter or reverse osmosis purification system under the sink is much more affordable in the long term, than buying bottled water to drink. Recent studies question the safety of bottled water, which is sometimes no cleaner than what runs from your tap. When shopping, consider the cost of operation and replacement filters in addition to the price. Choose a reliable dealer and ask about the warranty. Don’t rush to buy right away. Read some filter reviews and get your water tested to be sure you’re getting the right kind for your needs.

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