Multi-Purpose Whole House Water Filter

A whole house water filter, also known as a point of entry tap, is simply a large system installed at the point of your main water supply so that your entire house's water supply can be tapped. It helps reduce toxic contaminants like chlorine, iron, sulfate and more in your drinking water. In general whole house water filters provide cleaner water for each tap at home. They also cut down on the expense of bottled water since they don't require a separate tap.
One of the benefits of whole house water filters is their simplicity and cost effectiveness. Unlike point of use devices that are often confusing or complicated, whole house filters are designed to fit into any size installation and are quite easy to install. This reduces guesswork and allows you more time to do other things. They also require little maintenance once in place, as well. Once installed all you need to do is replace cartridges and run water through the filtration system.
Another benefit of whole house filters is the added health benefits they provide. When filtered water is consumed by your body, it helps to rid it of toxins and chemicals that may be harmful to your health. Filtered water also tastes great. Many people who have tried drinking tap water report that it was much better tasting than before they used a house filter. You'll notice that not only does it taste better, but it has more flavor and is better for you too!
But what are some of the major contaminants that are removed with a whole house water filter? Well, that depends on the type of purification method used in the device. Some of the most common contaminants are: lead, chlorine, cysts, THMs, VOCs, Mercury, Asbestos, MTBE, pesticides and herbicides.
The most common contaminants present in our drinking water are lead, cysts, THMs, VOCs, and MTBE. Lead can be found in paint, drinking water, shower water, some bottled waters, and even livestock. If you've been told that you shouldn't drink water straight from the tap because it's contaminated, this may be an example of where that came from. A whole house water filter doesn't directly remove any of those contaminants, but it does reduce their presence. This reduction leaves you with safer water to use.
In addition to reducing the risk of getting lead and other metal, mineral, and bacterial contaminants, a whole house water filter offers a variety of other benefits. It reduces odor, tastes, and the amount of sodium, potassium, and magnesium present in your water supply. But it doesn't stop there. The system also reduces chlorine by over 90%, eliminates volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and removes any bacteria that may be present. The result is clean, pure water that is both refreshing and healthy for you and your family.
The benefits of whole house water filter systems are not limited to health and wellness. With a filter installed in your kitchen or bathroom, you can cut down on the time it takes to make a fresh pot of coffee, soap, or even tea. Eliminate the guesswork when it comes to using laundry detergent or whether you should use baking soda for your baking needs; the contaminants like E coli and Cryptosporidium don't want to associate themselves with your baked goods!
Some whole house water filter systems come with optional options for decreasing the flow of water from the shower head, such as a larger diameter or higher flow valve. Others come with an adjustable level control for controlling the amount of steam that comes out of your hot water spigot. And some are made with a one-touch button, letting you operate your filter without having to open the door or turn off the electricity. If you want to keep the noise level down, check to see if the filtration system uses a magnet for filtration. In fact, most filters these days are built using a magnetic core, which greatly reduces the need for additional equipment.