The Pros and Cons of Water Filters

As the name implies, point of entry water filtration systems are installed at the point where water enters the building. These systems remove bad tastes and odors before they are fed into your home, and may include water softeners to reduce hardness. Whole house systems are essential for homes using well water, as point of entry systems prevent many groundwater contaminants from entering your pipes. All water is filtered or treated, whether for drinking, laundry, bathing, cooking, or watering the lawn. The benefit to whole house filtration systems is that every faucet inside and outside the home delivers clean, safe water that tastes great. And, in addition to great tasting water, you also get filtered water going to your plumbing fixtures, which could mean fewer repairs in the long run. If the system uses filters, they’ll need to be replaced every few years, depending on the model. 

Point of use systems are installed at each point in the home where they’ll be used. Most consumers install these systems to filter water for drinking, cooking, or bathing. Tucked under a sink or behind a shower panel, point of use systems are compact and provide reliable filtration just before use. Point of use water filters are great for daily use, and they can be highly beneficial people with compromised immune systems. These systems are generally less expensive than whole house water filtration systems, but they do require more frequent filter replacements. If you are looking for a complete water filtration solution, install both point of entry and point of use systems, and enjoy safe, clean, great-tasting water everywhere in your home!