Do you trust the water that comes out of your sink? You don’t just drink the water that your city or county provides. You also bathe in it and wash your dishes and clothes from the same tap. While many areas have perfectly clean water that is safe to drink, residents in other parts of the country — including Arizona — need to be more careful.
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What is in our water?
Water treatment facilities work hard to clean water and make it safe for Americans to drink. These leading experts, governed by the Environment Protection Agency (EPA), remove dirt and impurities and take steps to ensure safe water reaches people across the country. However, not all contaminants are removed. The EPA sets guidelines for what are considered acceptable levels of pollutants, which means some of these materials still get through your drinking water.
Unfortunately, it is incredibly hard to learn what is in your drinking water — something that seems like a basic question. Some of the elements you may find if you were to analyze your water include:
- Aluminum
- Barium
- Chloramine
- Copper
- Lead
- Mercury
- Uranium
These contaminants occur at different levels in different places. It all depends on where you get your water from. Phoenix and surrounding areas get more than 90 percent of their water supply from snow runoff that melts in the mountains. This snow melts and flows into the Colorado, Salt, and Verde Rivers, picking up minerals and other contaminants with it.
How do water contaminants affect your health?
Drinking contaminated tap water might seem fine if you only do it occasionally, but what happens if you consume it every day? Over time these contaminants can have a significant impact on your health and the health of your family members.
The CDC highlights the dangers of drinking unsafe water. Contaminants can cause a variety of issues, including “gastrointestinal illness, reproductive problems, and neurological disorders.” People with weakened immune systems, the elderly, young children, and pregnant women are most at risk of harm from contaminated water.
Additionally, water can also become a place to spread bacteria. You may experience some gastrointestinal distress if you drink water with untreated germs in it. These symptoms can last a few hours, or they can send you to the hospital. It’s not worth the risk to drink unsafe water — not for you and not for your loved ones.
Consider a Water Filtration System for Home
If you still want to drink water from your tap, consider investing in a water filtration system for your home. These systems provide expert-level filtration for your sink so you can feel confident when you pour a glass of water. You can even look into whole-house water filtration systems that keep your water clean when it comes out of your shower or runs in your washer. Take time to notice how your hair changes when you wash it with clean water.
One of the top options for adding a new system to your house is a reverse osmosis water filtration appliance. Reverse osmosis occurs when a solution flows from one membrane into a more diluted one. In a water filtration system, the contaminated water is aligned with a membrane, allowing the clean water to flow through and the contaminants to remain. This is similar to developing wrinkles from sitting in the pool. Water is leaving your body, but your blood and bones remain.
Get to Know Your Water Filtration Options
There are multiple reverse osmosis filtration tools on the market, but a few systems stand above the rest. Envirotec is one of the leading brands in reverse osmosis development. Get to know a few of your options if you decide to purchase a system developed by this brand.
If you are looking for a basic model for your water filtration system at home, consider the four-stage reverse osmosis filter by Envirotec. This system was designed for areas where the water is harsher than normal. It can filter water twice as fast as competing models, which means you get your clean water quickly. This model comes with a lead-free design, which keeps your water pure.
An added benefit of this product is the water conservation shut-off valve. This can help you save hundreds of gallons of water each month, reducing your overall water bill. You can add this reverse osmosis system to your home for only $1,050. It comes with a four-year limited system warrant and a four-year warranty on the reverse osmosis membrane.
For a more advanced option, look into the six-stage reverse osmosis filter and water softener system. This option is ideal if your tap water is almost undrinkable to the point where you need to soften it and remove impurities.
This filter offers sediment reduction to one micron, which is 40 times smaller than contaminants that are visible to the naked eye. Even if you think your water is clean, this system will step up to make it cleaner. After the water has completed filtration, it flows through five more membranes that continue to clean the water and check for impurities. The final two membranes add minerals back to the water to increase the pH balance and then pass the water through a specific coconut carbon blend flavor filter, which makes it taste delicious.
You can add this system to your home for only $1,400. This model is available for delivery and pickup in Phoenix and surrounding areas.
How is Your Water Filtration System Installed?
In most cases, a water filtration system can fit underneath your sink and can hook up to the hose that brings water to your faucet. These systems are quiet and always on, which means you won’t increase the noise levels in your house because of a reverse osmosis filter. In some cases, it might be best to hook up your water filter to a line in your laundry room or storage area, depending on where you have the space.
It is possible to install your own water filtration system if you feel comfortable handling plumbing and navigating the manual that comes with the filter. However, you can also turn to the experts for help. The average cost of plumbing services ranges from $175 to $450 for a standard job, which comes out to $45 to $200 per hour. Some plumbers charge a flat rate for a house call.
The process to hook up a water filtration system is easy if you know what you are doing. Your plumber should only be there for an hour or two before everything is set up. From there, your filter will continue to work for the next several years as you enjoy clean, safe water.
FAQ
How much does a home water filtration system cost?
Most people can expect to pay around $1,000 for a basic water filtration system at home and more than $3,000 for advanced, whole-home systems. However, price doesn’t always equal quality. At Spencer’s, you should be able to find an affordable water filtration system that fits your needs for under $1,500.
Where do water contaminants come from?
Cities and municipalities collect water from local sources and then have to purify it. For example, if water is collected from a nearby river, water treatment teams need to remove sediment and minerals from the water. Sometimes the minerals pass through undetected, leading to contaminated water.
Is tap water safe to drink?
In many parts of the country, tap water is clean and safe to drink. However, this doesn’t mean the water that comes out of every sink is okay. Check your local water ordinances to see if the tap water is safe. Even if it is, you may want extra protection with a home water filter.
Why Trust Spencer’s TV & Appliance?
Since 1973, Spencer’s TV & Appliance has grown to 10 locations throughout the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. The secret to our longevity is simple: personal service. Customer satisfaction have always been the focus of our business, and throughout the years, we have been able to work hard with our suppliers to bring you the best prices. After all, getting customers the best price and personal attention is how we compete with big-box stores, day in and day out.
Not only do we offer top-rated appliances, name-brand electronics, and the best mattresses on the market but we also provide water treatment solutions and perform kitchen design services. Stop by your nearest Spencer’s and see what you’re missing!
Shop Water Filtration Systems at Spencer’s
At Spencer’s TV & Appliance, we provide high-quality, name-brand products at great prices — check out our catalog to shop for water filtration systems online today. Your friends in the business are always happy to help you easily find a water filtration system for home. Call us, or better yet, stop by at one of our locations in the Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Glendale regions. Visit us today!
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