Extensive efforts have been made over the years to improve Nashville’s drinking water quality and these have been largely successful. The result is municipal water that is safe to drink although there are still a number of potential problems.
Even treated water can contain impurities as well as chemicals, such as chlorine and fluoride, that have been added during the treatment process. So you need a Nashville whole home filter to ensure all your water is completely safe and pleasant to drink. The problem is that there are a lot of systems available that have different capabilities and variations in quality. So you need to choose carefully to ensure you get the best and most suitable one. To do this, there are a number of factors you need to consider.
1. POU or POE
A point-of-use (POU) system filters water at a specific place only. The filter may be connected to a particular faucet, or it may be something as simple as a pitcher that you fill with water. These devices are very limited in what they provide and typically supply water for drinking only at a specific place. They do not, therefore, treat water that is used for cleaning, bathing, or any other purpose.
Point of entry (POE) systems are much more comprehensive and are the best type of water treatment systems in Nashville. They are installed at the point where the water supply enters your property so that all the water is filtered. That means you have clear and pure water not only for drinking and cooking but also for washing, cleaning, and any other purpose. You and your family are therefore fully protected against anything hazardous that might be in the supplied water.
2. The state of your water
Any Nashville water treatment system installation can comprise a number of filters that deal with different types of contaminants. To obtain the most suitable system, therefore, you need to know what is in your water so you can ensure all the bad content is removed.
If you have municipal water, you can obtain a water quality report from your supplier, and this will cover the state of the water supply in your area. For a more specific report, or if you use well water, you will need to conduct a test to find out exactly what your water contains.
We can provide a free water report for your zip code and can also carry out a free test of your water. Once we know what problems are contained in it, we can put together a system with the necessary filters to remove them. If your water is hard, this may include a water softener. The result will be water that is soft, pure, and sweet tasting.
3. Flow rate
Filters work best with an optimum flow rate: too low and the water will not be flushed through quickly enough to meet your demands while too high a rate can put excess pressure on the system and result in sub-optimal filtration. You may be able to alter the flow rate in your property or buy a system that can handle the existing rate.
4. Water volume
You need a filtration system that has the capacity to deal with all the water you use. If it’s too small, it won’t be able to handle the volume while one that is too big will cost more than you need to spend. Ideally, you want one that is big enough for your current needs plus a little extra to cover any expansion if your family grows or your habits change.
If you have a water meter, you can easily check your daily usage, especially on busy days such as when laundry is being done. Failing this, usage can normally be measured based on the size of your family and your habits. We can help you estimate the size of the system you need.
5. Credible products
Unless you’ve bought a water filtration system before, you will not be aware of what is available and the type of system that is best for you. There are plenty of products out there with multiple features and capabilities. But some are better than others while a number will not be up to standard and will not provide what you want.
When checking relevant websites, you will see the same products come up frequently and will recognize those that are popular and have the quality you need. Assessing the suppliers of these products is more difficult but you can check reviews and look at the extent of services provided. The best suppliers are likely to be well-established and will offer a wide range of products, an installation and maintenance service, long warranties, and plenty of support services such as free water testing and advice when needed.
When looking at products and suppliers, don’t just go for the cheapest option. Many offers are likely to be cheap for a reason and that may include providing inferior and unsuitable products that you will need to replace early as well as limited support. Choose a supplier you feel you can trust to supply the products and services you need.
The best and most suitable products will be certified by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF). This organization is authorized by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and will only certify heavy-duty polypropylene filters that are built to have better quality and to deliver faster filtration.
Comprehensive service
At Aqua Clear Water Systems, we provide a broad range of filters of varying types and with different capacities and capabilities. All are of the highest quality, and we can combine a number of filters of different types, after conducting a free water test, to deal with all the problems you have. After that, we’ll provide replacement parts and ongoing maintenance, so your system always works properly. And that’s combined with all the help and advice you need at every stage.
