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Under Sink Water Filters or Home Delivered Bottled Water
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by Jo Lynn, Staff Writer
Under the sink water filters and home delivered bottled water are two choices that many people are making to avoid drinking tap water. There has been an increased awareness about the quality of drinking water entering our homes, and people are responding by installing water filters and by purchasing bottled water.
An installed water filter has the advantage of being cheaper in the long run. There are expenses associated with all installed water filters, regardless of brand, as they all need parts replaced and a bit of maintenance over time. These water filter systems are divided into two categories: point of entry and point of use. The difference is where the treatment takes place. Point of entry systems treat all the water coming into your house, while point of use systems are installed near the sink and are used only to filter the water used for drinking and cooking.
There are no federal regulations in place requiring standards for “in home” water filtration systems; however, many companies submit their products to the National Sanitation Foundation for independent, non profit testing. Choosing an in home water filter system that is NSF Certified will help you to obtain a better system. There is a difference between NSF ratings and actual NSF testings.
Bottled water is considered a food, and is therefore regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The EPA is responsible for the safety of drinking water from public water systems. In the U.S., consumers are assured that bottled water meets high standards regarding bacteria, chemicals and other things that could be in the water.
Bottled water requires no effort on the part of the consumer to achieve a healthy beverage, as there are no filters to change or purchase. The drawbacks are storing the bottles, arranging for delivery, and the costs associated with both. Small bottles are convenient, but create more plastic for recycling.
In the end, it is up to the consumer to choose the most convenient water filtration system for his or her needs. Each has advantages and disadvantages, although both choices are clear winners over plain tap water. Read another article on this topic click here
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