Water Filtration at the Tap

With the advent of bottled water there has also been an increase in water filters to answer the call for safer and cleaner water. Water filtration at the tap is a viable option for those who want better tasting water.

The battle between bottled and tap water rages on. Water at the tap comes from community water systems that are monitored by the federal government (EPA) for safety. Water facilities are required to report yearly to the government on contaminant levels. Any violations will be addressed.

Even so, water quality is still a question for people who want better taste and lower chemical levels – even if they are within safe health limits. One option is to further filter your own water.

If you have well water, the water quality is not regulated. Independent testing is needed to learn what contaminants are present in your water and at what levels before choosing a filter.

One reason for placing water filters on taps is for safer and/or better tasting drinking water. After all, you wash clothing and bathe in the same water that comes from the tap. But if you want cleaner water for drinking and cooking, this type of filter will work.

Tap Water Filters

This is how they work. A faucet mount water filter is easy to attach. Most just screw on to the faucet on your sink. When water passes through the line, it passes through a screen that removes sediment that is present in the water.

A block of carbon is used to further filter the water. It acts like a sponge to remove chlorine and other chemicals. Water flows slower through a filter to give the carbon time to absorb as many chemicals as possible. A tap water filter removes contaminant particles over 10 microns in size.

Which type of filter you use depends on your needs. For instance, tap filters are available in water bottles and carafes. If your family drinks a lot of water, then a faucet attachment is more economical than a carafe filter.

Filters vary on length of use and type of contaminants removed. If filters have to be replaced too often, choose another brand. Check to see what types of contaminants each product removes and if your water contains them.

Benefits of Water Filtration at the Tap

Less contaminants