Is filtered water better than tap water?

Is filtered water better than tap water? It is a good question and a fair one to ask. Most Australians, particularly those living in the cities, have the privilege of accessing clean drinking water straight from the tap. For that reason alone, we are a lucky country compared to many others.

So why is filtered water better than tap water? The answer is multi-dimensional, and in this article, we don’t want to scare people into thinking their tap water is full of nasties that will make them seriously ill if they drink it. The water authorities in Australia do a great job of ensuring our tap water is fit for consumption. However, the drinking water from our catchments has a long journey to our taps. Water authorities can’t control every pipe or other obstacle that may influence the quality of the water on its travels to every home.

So, what may be contaminating our tap water?

There are several bacteria that can negatively influence tap water and some can make you unwell. When the water smells bad it is generally the result of bacteria growing in the pipes. This is common during the warmer months and can increase during times of flood, which much of the east coast of Australia is currently experiencing. Chlorine is typically used to disinfect the water supply.

Other pollutants may be washed into the drinking water supply, and damage to supply systems may put clean water supplies under pressure. By installing a quality water filter system, you are safeguarding the water in your home against any potential bad tastes and odours. Should cycts such as giardia and cryptosporidium be in the water supply you are protected against these with a quality water filter system.

What about the taste?

One of the primary reasons people install a water filter in their home or caravan is for taste benefits. The overwhelming feedback is that tap water tastes cleaner and healthier when filtered. This outcome has several positive attractions for the family. Naturally, everybody drinks more water because it tastes, smells and looks better. Family members are more likely to forego unhealthy drinking options such as soft drinks and opt for water as a better alternative.

Also, you feel more confident washing your food in filtered tap water, knowing anything harmful is captured in the activated carbon within the filter before you use it.

The financial benefits make a big difference

As the cost of living skyrockets, interest rates continue to climb and wages aren’t keeping up with inflation, most households need to find savings. In times like this, small wins add up. By installing a quality water filter system, you effectively negate the need to buy expensive bottled water. Because filtered tap water taste so much better, looks cleaner and smells better, refilling water bottles to take to school, the gym, sports, or on your daily walk can save plenty of money each month.

One customer with four teenage children at home let us know that she was saving nearly $70 a week on buying bottled water since installing a water filter at home. Over a year that is over $3500! No matter your circumstances, we all love a saving and installing a water filter system is an easy and affordable mechanism that can help the family budget.

Water Filters Australia has a range of home water filters for every size or style of kitchen. You can keep your existing taps or use one of our stylish range of mixer taps… either way, you don’t need to install an additional tap. We also have systems for your caravan, RV and office that are super easy to install.

All our water filter cartridges are ready to install – either vertically or horizontally – and fit discreetly under any sink, including undermount sinks. Most of our water filter systems are easy to install yourself.

Our website is chock-full of helpful articles, water filter facts, reviews and a few recipe ideas for making the most of your water filter system. Call us today; you will be glad you did.

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