Bottled water may contain chlorine, according to EPA. Chlorination is one of the methods being used to disinfect most bottled water. You can get the same or better quality water when you bottle your own tap or filtered water.
If you want to remove chlorine from your shower and drinking water, you can buy a good showerhead filter and a countertop or an undersink filter for drinking. Chlorine in shower water is known to cause flaky skin.
If you do prefere to treat the entire water entering the whole house, water filter options include but not limited to activated carbon, reverse osmosis and distillation.
You need to understand that EPA does not approve water filters. According to information on EPA's website, it only “requires registration of home water treatment unit filters that incorporate a disinfectant to inhibit microbial growth” such as water purifiers.
Don't fall for advertising deceptions that a certain water filter is approved by EPA. National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) International and other independent organizations will certify home water treatment units.
NSF performs rigorous testing on the treatment units and filter media to make sure they perform according to manufacturers’ claim. They make unannounced visits to water filter companies every year to make sure the claims are still true.
Water filters may be certified for one or multiple water contaminants. If you are concerned with taste and odor, metals, nutrients, fluoride, lead, or sediment in your water, you can always find an NSF-certified water filter system that meets your need. Some are labeled as NSF/ANSI or UL certified. Read the water filter descriptions for information; but most often you will see a bold NSF logo on the box.
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A water may appear very clear and clean but it's probably not healthy to drink. Harmful chemicals and bacteria that can make you sick may not be visible in water. You may not even taste or smell the contaminant when you drink.
This is the reason you need a camping water purifier when you go on camping or hiking trips. Streams, rivers, ponds, and lakes may look pristine but they may contain invisible but harmful dissolved chemicals.
Using a camping water purifier can help you avoid unnecessary inconvenience. You cannot afford to get sick from contaminated water, it will not allow you to enjoy your camping or hiking adventure. A portable water purifier is also essential if you are traveling to a country where water quality is unknown or questionable.
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Hiring a water testing lab to test your water is probably a good idea; you will likely get the best professional opinion about the quality of your drinking water. This can be a little pricey for a budget-minded home owner or a small business owner but water testing labs are required follow strict government approved analytical protocols.
Nevertheless, there are certain basic water analyses you can perform without hiring a water testing laboratory. Personal home water testing kits are available to perform some simple testing procedures. Just follow the testing directions and you can immediately find out if your water is good or bad to drink.
Self-testing kits are available for each of the following contaminants: taste and odor, lead, chlorine, nitrates, iron, fluoride, and more. You can also find an all-in-one self-testing kit for multiple water contaminants.
