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If you want to achieve incredible water quality, then a reverse osmosis water filter system might be the perfect solution. These systems are designed to remove almost any waterborne contaminants from your drinking water, making them one of the most effective options for homeowners who want consistently clean water on demand. Before you buy an RO water purifier for your home, it is important to understand the basics of how these systems work. What is Osmosis? Osmosis is a natural process that occurs on a microscopic level. In its simplest form, osmosis is a process that determines how water passes through a semipermeable membrane. A semipermeable membrane is a thin material that allows certain compounds(like water) to pass through it, but not larger compounds like rust, metals, and other contaminants. Think of these membranes like incredibly fine screens with holes in them that are significantly smaller than our eyes can see. Osmosis is all about achieving equilibrium on both sides of the membrane with regards to the total concentration of dissolved solids. This process can seem to defy gravity by causing water on one side of the membrane to rise, but there are limits. If osmosis were a process that kept going unchecked, then a membrane with salt water on one side and fresh on the other would continue to undergo osmosis until no fresh water was left and the salt water was as diluted as possible. The limiting factor in the osmotic process is known as the osmotic pressure. Osmotic pressure is the amount of pressure that needs to be applied to one side of the membrane in order to stop the movement of water through the membrane. Eventually, the water pressure caused by the weight of water on one side will equal the osmotic pressure and halt the flow of water through the membrane. How do RO Systems Operate? Not that you understand a little about how osmosis works, it is time to take a closer look at reverse osmosis. We already described how osmotic pressure can arrest the flow of water through a membrane, but what if you apply even move pressure? When that happens, water will begin to flow in the opposite direction. This means that instead of flowing towards the side of the membrane with more waterborne contaminants, the water flows away from the side with more dissolved solids. This process of overcoming the natural osmotic flow is exactly what is happening inside of a reverse osmosis filter cartridge. Water flows from your source into the input side of the cartridge. This water will naturally contain a wide range of ions, dissolved solids, and other types of contaminants. By pressurizing the input side of the semi-permeable membrane, water is forced through the membrane towards the empty side. All of the contaminants that arrived on the input side of the membrane are left behind, while clean water is collected on the output side. Once this process has been completed, you are left with a tiny amount of waste water on the input side and clean water on the output side of the membrane. The filtered water can then be consumed and the small amount of waste water goes down the drain. This process produces incredibly pure water due to the fact that semipermeable membranes are too fine for most common waterborne contaminants to pass through. On a large scale, reverse osmosis water treatment can be used to turn seawater and other bodies of water with large amounts of dissolved solids into fresh drinking water. There are also a number of reverse osmosis water filtration systems that have been reduced in size order to provide the same incredible filtration power underneath your kitchen sink. Home RO Water Systems Reverse osmosis systems for home use have a few idiosyncrasies that make them different from other home filtration systems. One of the biggest differences between RO filters and traditional carbon block filtration systems is time. If you look at the Everpure H300, one of our most popular carbon media filtration systems, it has a filtration rate of 0.5 gallons of water per minute. This means that one of these systems could theoretically filter over 700 gallons of water per day if operated constantly. A sink reverse osmosis system like our ROM IV home RO filter will only filter 14 gallons of water per day. This lower filtration rate is a result of the fact that you can not force water through an RO membrane too quickly without damaging the filter. It also means that, unlike other systems, most RO filtration systems operate constantly throughout the day instead of simply working when they are needed. If you are wondering what this means when you go to pour yourself a glass of water, then you will be pleasantly surprised. Just because the water takes longer to filter does not mean that the flow rate is going to match. Most home RO systems include a storage tank that will hold a few gallons of freshly filtered water so you will always have access to clean water when you need it. This fact, combined with the fact that these systems will require multiple filtration steps, make RO filters a little larger than other systems. Even filters like our ROM IV RO systems can still fit comfortably underneath a kitchen sink even with a storage tank and three filter cartridges. Prefilters All RO filters will require multiple filtration steps. This process helps to protect the RO filter membrane itself. These membranes, with their microscopic holes, are extremely sensitive. Large particles like dirt or rust could easily clog or tear the membrane itself, limiting the effectiveness of the system as a whole. Chlorine can also damage these membranes by eroding them. Heavily chlorinated water can even “eat” holes in your filter membranes. Most RO pre filter cartridges are similar to the cartridges found in our standard home water filtration systems. They use a carbon based filtration system to remove particulate matter and chemicals like chlorine from your drinking water. By removing chlorine and small bits of debris from your water, pre filter cartridges prepare your water to undergo reverse osmosis. Once your water has already been filtered once, it can undergo RO filtration. The reason for performing these two different stages of filtration is the fact that RO filters are significantly finer. A pre filtration cartridge will remove contaminants as small as 5 microns in size. To give a sense of scale, half a micron is roughly 10 times smaller than the width of a strand of hair. This means that your prefiltration cartridge will remove the larger contaminants while allowing smaller particles and ions to pass through. Ions like calcium and magnesium, two of the ions responsible for lime and scale build up, can easily pass through a prefilter cartridge. RO Cartridges An RO cartridge’s filter membrane is designed to remove particles as small as 0.0001 microns in size! To follow our previous example, that is half a million times smaller than the width of a strand of hair! With pores this fine, you can rest assured that almost nothing but pure water is going to make it through your filtration membrane. The fact that these membranes are designed to refilter water that has just undergone conventional filtration means that they are also designed to last. While we always recommend performing annual filter cartridge replacements, it is extremely unlikely that any home owners would experience issues with their RO cartridge before a year. Any reduction to the flow of an RO system is usually a result of the prefilter cartridge. You may notice that we pointed out the fact that almost nothing but water can make it through an RO filter membrane. Sadly almost nothing is not nothing, and certain organic compounds may be able to pass through the membrane. In order to provide the absolute best filtration qualities, filters like our ROM IV have a final stage in the filtration process that will remove or significantly reduce the presence of any organic compounds that get through the RO membrane. VOC Cartridge The final stage of filtration is known as a VOC or volatile organic compound filter. This final step is important due to the fact that many VOCs have negative health effects. Many VOCs exist in gaseous form, though these gases can easily become trapped in water. Most VOC filters are manufactured using extremely fine carbon to maximize surface area and remove the largest amount of VOCs possible. Carbon’s high surface area helps to create plenty of room within the cartridge to absorb these organic compounds. Our ROM IV Home RO System For anyone who is looking to buy an RO water purifier, we currently offer only one home option, the Everpure ROM IV. We also carry a few options for businesses, but these would be overkill for homeowners. Even though our selection of home RO systems is limited, we don’t feel that it is missing anything. The ROM IV is a perfect system for anyone looking for the convenience of powerful RO filtration right in their home kitchen. We have covered a few things about our ROM IV systems in this blog, but here is a quick overview. The ROM IV is a reverse osmosis system that is designed to be mounted underneath your kitchen sink. Each ROMIV system features a filterhead that holds the sediment prefilter, RO membrane filter, and VOC post filter. The ROM IV also comes with a 4.5 gallon storage tank that holds more than enough water for the average household and can be completely refilled every 9 hours. In order to dispense water from this tank, the ROM IV requires the installation of a dedicated water dispenser such as a small air gap faucet. Despite the fact that these filters have a few more components than your average filtration system, they are surprisingly easy to install. Even if you are not familiar with plumbing, all you need is a little mechanical know how and some basic hand tools. It is important to note that you will need to add a hole to your countertop or sink prior to installation so you can install your filtered water dispenser. Depending on your kitchen, this process may require special tools. Once you are ready to install your filter, all you have to do is find space under your kitchen sink to screw the filter head in place while leaving at least 2.5” to facilitate cartridge replacement. Once this is done, you will need to find space for the storage tank, preferably in line with the rest of the system. Once this is complete, you will add a feeder adapter to your water line so water will be diverted to the filter. The water line goes to the filter head and additional lines will have to be attached to the dispenser faucet, tank, and to the drain. Installing the drain will involve drilling a small hole in your sink’s drain pipe. These pipes are typically made of PVC plastic and are easy to drill. Once this is done and everything is all hooked up properly, you will be able to start enjoying the convenience of having freshly filtered water available on demand in just a few hours. One of the best parts of using an RO water filter is how maintenance free they are once the installation is completed. Typically all you will have to do in terms of maintenance is replace the cartridges once per year. If you notice that the flow rate decreases before a year has passed, then replacing your sediment prefilter should fix the problem. This unparalleled convenience, combined with the amazing clean taste, is the reason why we recommend the ROM IV to any homeowner who is interested in RO filtration. If you are ready to start enjoying amazingly fresh, filtered water whenever you want, then it is time to buy an RO water purifier. If you are curious about our ROM IV filtration systems, then feel free to reach out to a member of our team. Whether you are interested in RO or our conventional filtration systems, our filtration experts will have all of the facts you need to know. Here at efilters, our goal is to make sure that every one of our customers gets the most out of their filtration system.

The presence of lead in drinking water is more prevalent and serious than many people realize.  Despite common perceptions, lead is not restricted to inner-city communities, but rather is a problem that affects many water systems across the country.

In accordance with the new “Right-to-Know” requirements of the 1996 Amendments to the Safe Drinking Water Act, all 170,000 Public Water Supplies serving 284 million people in the United States must furnish their customers an annual report of their activities and the quality of the drinking water they provide.

Reverse osmosis Drinking Water, also known as “RO drinking water”, is a water treatment technique used since the 1950s to produce high-quality drinking water that is virtually free from health or aesthetic contaminants.

If you are on our blog, then you are probably looking for the best drinking water filter for your home. Filtering your own drinking water is a great way to know that you and your family always have access to safe, clean water in your home. We offer a wide range of high performance Everpure home filtration systems that can help combat any issues that you might be having with your home’s water quality. Common issues When it comes to water filtration, there is usually a distinct reason that leads to homeowners trying to find the best drinking water filter for their homes. Even if you have not noticed any obvious signs of waterborne contamination, it is always a good idea to add a water filter to your home in order to know that you are drinking clean and filtered water. Today, we will start off by looking at a few of the most common water quality complaints that we hear about and their causes. Turbidity - Also known as cloudiness, turbidity is an issue caused by an abundance of dissolved particles in your water. These tiny particles, which can be anything from silt to organic matter, disperse light as it passes through your water, resulting in cloudiness and low clarity. Sometimes water with a high turbidity may have an otherwise normal taste, but a glass of turbid water is definitely never someone’s first option. Odor - The next most common issue we hear about is foul smelling water. The two main sources of foul odors are organic and chemical compounds. Organic compounds in our water are typically a result of decaying matter or the presence of algae or microbes in water and will produce a foul or sewage like odor. Chemical smells are usually the result of residual compounds from water purifications systems such as chlorine and chloramine compounds. Even at levels that are technically safe to consume, these compounds can make your water unpalatable. Taste - Closely tied to the issue of smell is taste. If your water has a noticeable odor, then the taste will probably also be hard to deal with. In some cases you can have one without the other, though most of the time foul tastes will be the result of decay or cleaning compounds like foul odors. You may also experience the issue of metallic tasting water if rust or other metallic contaminants make their way into your water supply. Hard and Soft water - The final issue we hear about is hard and soft water issues. The hardness of water is determined by the amount of dissolved ions found in your water. Some ions, like calcium and magnesium, can cause scaling and lime buildup on faucets and appliances. Filtration systems with ion exchange materials can help to remove these metallic ions from your water so you will not have to worry about damaging your water using appliances like coffee makers and kettles. All of these factors are an obvious sign that your home has a water quality issue. Filtration can help reduce or eliminate the presence of these issues, but there are also a number of contaminants that are not so easily detected. Heavy metals like lead can be present at dangerous levels in drinking water without being detected using only your sense of taste, sight and smell. This is also true of a wide range of volatile organic compounds that can be potentially harmful even at minute concentrations. Our Filters Luckily, installing a dedicated water filtration system in your home can help to combat all of these issues and leave you with clean, freshly filtered drinking water. We offer Everpure home filtration systems that are designed to be mounted underneath your kitchen sink. This means that your water is going to be filtered directly before consumption, ensuring a great taste glass everytime. In order to get filtered water from your system, you will need to install a dedicated faucet to dispense your water. We typically recommend using a small air gap gooseneck faucet and you can find several options in the “Dispensers and Faucets” section of our shop under the “Drinking Water” category. In addition to the options we carry, you can also find hundreds of other small faucets on the market if you need to find a fixture to perfectly match the look and feel of your kitchen. If installing a new fixture in your kitchen does not sound ideal for you, then we do have other options. Our full flow filtration systems are designed to dispense filtered water using the cold water side of your faucet instead of requiring a dedicated dispenser. This means that you can still use the hot water side of your kitchen sink for everyday cleaning tasks, while using the cold water side for drinking and cooking. These systems require a slightly different installation process compared to our standard filter systems, but they are just as easy to use. No matter what type of filter you choose for your home, the installation process is shockingly easy. All you need are a few hand tools and a little mechanical aptitude, but no plumbing knowledge is necessary. If you can tighten a bolt, screw a few screws, and make some simple measurements and cuts, then you should be able to install your new system without any issues! You may need to add a hole to your countertop if you are installing a standard system, but this can be easily achieved with a few different tools depending on your countertop’s composition. Once your new system is installed, all you have to do is screw in the cartridge, run the system for a few minutes to purge any trapped air, and then enjoy always having filtered water when you need it. Filter cartridges The actual filtration is going to occur inside of your system’s cartridge. These metal cylinders are more advanced than the small plastic filtered water pitcher cartridges that many homeowners are familiar with using. Instead of containing large pellets of carbon filtration media, Everpure cartridges use a fine filtration media called Micro-Pure. This carbon based media is a proprietary blend that is designed to operate at the high pressure of home water lines. Our popular H series filters contain media coated membranes arranged in a pleated pattern. This helps to increase the surface area of the media and improve the flow rate of your system. The other systems on our site that do not begin with an H all use carbon block filters. These filters use nearly blocks of carbon to provide amazing water quality and a long filter lifespan. All of our home Everpure water filter cartridges are capable of removing particles as small as half a micron from your drinking water. To put that into perspective, a micron is one millionth of a meter in size. A strand of hair is about 50 microns wide, which means that our filters can remove contaminants that are 100 times smaller than the width of a single hair, leaving you with incredibly clean water. This size restriction also means that our filtration systems will not remove the essential minerals that are naturally found in your drinking water. The lifespan of these cartridges is determined by how many gallons of water they can filter. This value can range from hundreds to thousands of gallons per cartridge. This long lifespan means that many homeowners only have to replace their cartridges once per year. You will know it is time to replace your filter cartridge when the flow rate from your system starts to noticeably decline. We recommend replacement filter cartridges at least annually even if you do not notice any issues with filter performance. The replacement process only takes a few minutes and is about as complicated as changing a lightbulb. Typically this is the only maintenance that your filter system will need. If you notice that you have to change cartridges frequently, then you might want to consider upgrading to a higher capacity cartridge. Most Everpure cartridges are designed to work using a standard filter head. If you need help finding an upgraded cartridge replacement to go with your current filter system, then one of our filtration specialists will be able to help you find several compatible options. No matter which cartridge you plan on using, you will be able to enjoy the great saving that comes with using a cartridge filter. Let’s consider someone who only drinks bottled water. A single standard 16.9oz water bottle may cost about a dollar. At a rate of about $1 per bottle, it would cost about $7.50 to drink a gallon of water. This means that a 1000 gallon filter cartridge could produce the equivalent of $7500 in bottled water at final retail value. One of our 1000 gallon H104 filters only costs about $50, which would offer a savings of over 99%! While no one is going to drink all of their water in the form of $1 bottles, everyone can save some money by making the switch to using a reusable bottle and a home filter system. In the scenario above, your filter cartridge would essentially pay for itself after you drank the equivalent of 7 gallons of water instead of purchasing it by the bottle. Best Drinking Water Filter Recommendations After years of working with these systems, we have helped a lot of homeowners find the perfect filtration solution to meet their needs. In turn, we have created a list of filtration systems that we often recommend to our customers. Here are four great filters and a brief description of their unique features: H300 - Our most popular system, the Everpure H300 is a great option for homeowners who want to try adding a filter to their kitchen sink. These filters use a standard size Everpure cartridge and each cartridge can filter 300 gallons of water. This is one of our smaller cartridge sizes, which means it is a great option for homeowners to gauge just how much water they consume. If your cartridge lasts all year, then there is no reason to upgrade. If not, it is easy to install a replacement with a larger capacity. H104 - The H104 is another one of our H series filters, which feature pleated filter membranes to improve the flow of water and surface area in home cartridges. Every H104 cartridge can filter an average of 1000 gallons of water, which makes them a great option for households that consume a lot of water. H54 - They say good things come in small packages and the H54 a shining example of that philosophy. These systems stand at only 15” compared to the usual 22” size of more Everpure systems. This makes them a great choice for small spaces or to install in a camper or RV. They can also help soften water to avoid lime and scale build up. PBS400 - The last option on our brief list of the best drinking water filters for homes is the PBS400 full flow system. Each of these filter cartridges can produce an average of 1500 gallons of filtered water. Because they are a full flow system, these filters do not require the use of a dispenser, so you can install one without changing the look of your kitchen with a new fixture. If you’re ready to start enjoying the convenience and savings that comes with using one of our filters, then we are here to help you find the best drinking water filter for your home. If you don’t find a good match in the short list above, feel free to reach out to one of our specialists. After years of working with these filters, our team has helped countless homeowners find the filters they need to start enjoying freshly filtered water right in their own kitchens.

Over the years, we have seen a lot of different filter systems and we narrowed our scope to the Everpure systems by Pentair that we currently offer. There are a lot of different reasons that lead to homeowners to want a filter installed in their home and today we will be looking at what makes Pentair cartridge filters a great choice for homeowners. A Brief Look at Our Filters Our Everpure home filtration systems are designed to mount underneath your kitchen sink. This means that they can be added to almost any home without taking up too much space in your refrigerator and other valuable areas in your kitchen. Their location under your sink also means that you can enjoy the convenience of having freshly filtered water available in the same space you would use to fill a glass with tap water. All of our home Pentair cartridge filters are designed to dispense their filtered water using a small, dedicated filtered water faucet. There are a wide variety of small gooseneck faucets available, so it is easy to find an option that will match the rest of your kitchen fixtures. For homeowners who do not want to add extra fixtures to their kitchens, we also carry a number of full flow filtration options. These systems dispense their filtered water using the cold water side of your existing faucet, meaning there is no need for additional hardware. Real Results On top of being convenient to use, these filters also offer some great results. Every Everpure filter cartridge contains Pentair’s proprietary Micro-Pure filtration media. This carbon based material is incredibly efficient when it comes to removing waterborne contaminants. The high surface area means that every cartridge can remove particles as small as 0.5 microns from your drinking water. This includes removing the contaminants that are responsible for foul tastes and odors, as well as cloudiness. These filter cartridges can also significantly lower levels of dangerous heavy metals like lead from your drinking water. Some Everpure cartridges are even designed to help combat lime build up and scaling on sink fixtures and appliances like coffee makers that use your tap water. Easy To Install So clearly these filter systems are designed to do their job, but you are probably wondering how much work it will take to get everything up and running. Most of our customers are surprised to learn that adding one of these filter systems does not require hiring a professional or having plumbing experience. All you need are a few basic hand tools and the included instructions to complete the installation. Assuming that you are intending on installing a standard single Pentair cartridge filter system, like one of our popular H-series options, we’ll give you a rough idea of what it takes. The first step is to turn off the cold water side of your faucet and use a wrench to add the included adapter to the water line. After screwing the filter head into the inside of the cabinet at an appropriate height, you can screw your cartridge in place and attach the filter head to the water line adapter. Once this is done, all you have to do is connect the filter head to your filter water dispenser and run the system for a few minutes to purge any air. After your installation is complete, you can enjoy the convenience of always having freshly filtered water available on demand. Ease To Operate One of the biggest benefits to adding an Everpure filter system to your home is the low maintenance requirements. The cartridges used by these filtration systems can process hundreds to thousands of gallons of water depending on the model being used. Most cartridges last a full year before they need to be replaced. Occasionally your system’s flow rate may begin to decrease before a year has passed, signalling that it’s time for a cartridge replacement. The process of replacing one of our Everpure cartridges is about as difficult as changing a lightbulb. All you have to do is flip the shutoff valve on the head, unscrew the old cartridge, screw in the new one, and reopen the value. The entire process takes only a minute, followed by a few minutes to purge air like the initial installation. This simple annual maintenance process is typically all your system will need to keep providing your household with freshly filtered water. No daily refills or monthly maintenance required! If you are ready to start enjoying the convenience of having clean water available 24/7, then one of our Pentair cartridge filters is the perfect solution. If you need help finding the perfect system for your home, one of our filtration experts would be happy to help!

Now more than ever, having clean drinking water in your home is essential. With more people working from home than ever before, tap water has quickly become the main source of drinking water for many homeowners and their families. One of the best ways to know that your tap water is safe is to install a home drinking water filtration system. These systems clean your water directly before consumption, making them one of the best ways to know that every glass you pour will be clean and safe. Common Drinking Water Issues Sources of contamination can vary wildly and will have different effects on your water. Some signs are more obvious than others and there are some contaminants that you may not be able to detect at all. Today we will be looking at a few of the most common issues that can come up with drinking water and their causes. Turbidity The most common issue with drinking water is turbidity or cloudiness. There are a lot of different reasons why your water might be cloudy, but the root cause is small particles that are suspended in your water. This can be anything from silt or other inorganic particles to soluble organic compounds. In some cases turbidity can even be caused by microorganisms and algae. Luckily most of the causes of turbidity are easily remedied by thorough water filtration. Most filters are designed to strain out the “large” particles that cause turbidity. In this case, large is a relevant term. These waterborne contaminants may be nearly imperceptible to the naked eye, but they are usually quite massive when compared to water molecules. This means that filters are designed to let water pass through easily while trapping these particles are producing crystal clear water. Odor Another common indicator of poor water quality, sometimes paired with turbidity and other factors, is a foul odor. There are two main sources of drinking water odors: chlorine and organic sources. Chlorine will give your drinking water a “pool water” or mildly bleach like aroma and is usually caused by too much chlorine and chloramine being used in water treatment plants. While this can be extremely unpleasant to drink, chlorine levels are carefully monitored to make sure that they are not dangerous. The other source of foul odors is usually organic. Microbes somewhere in your water line are metabolizing and producing sulphuric compounds. This will leave your water with a rotten or sewage like odor. These compounds can also build up in wells and pipes, which can lead to a lasting issue. Filtering your water directly before consumption can help to remove the smell from your drinking water by trapping these smelly compounds in the filter cartridge. Taste If you have noticed a foul odor, then you will probably also have noticed an equally unpleasant taste to go with it. Organic compounds and any other contaminants that will produce a smell will usually also ruin the taste of your water. You may also experience some off tastes if you have over chlorinated water. In some cases, you may even notice a somewhat metallic taste to your water, which is usually a sign that your pipes are leaching metals into your water. Using a filter to clean your water before drinking can help isolate and remove these contaminants from your water so you will get to enjoy a fresh, crisp taste in every glass. Heavy Metals A metallic taste is just one sign of heavy metal contamination, but sadly metals like lead are not always so easily detected. Lead pipes can still be found in water transportation systems across the world due to the fact that they were once the most common option used in plumbing. Lead and plumbing are so intertwined that the word plumbing actually comes from the latin word for lead, plumbum. Sadly the detrimental impact of lead on humans was not fully understood until the second half of the 20th century. This has led to the removal of lead from gasoline, paint, and other common items. Sadly lead pipes can last centuries and many pipes have not been replaced simply due to the fact that they are literally buried, making the process of replacing them both inconvenient and expensive. Using a filtration system that is rated to reduce the amount of lead and other heavy metals to safe levels can help ensure that your drinking water is always safe to consume. Biological Contaminants Another type of waterborne contaminant that can have negative effects on your health are biological pathogens. These pathogens are often delivered via cysts. A cyst is a hard protective layer that forms around certain parasites, allowing them to safely enter the body before the cyst breaks down and releases the parasite inside. The destruction of cysts is one reason why natural water has to be boiled before it can be consumed. If you draw your water from a natural source, these cysts can be a big issue. Luckily, they are slightly more rare in commercial water lines, though it can still happen due to their resilience. Cysts like giardia and cryptosporidium are some of the most common waterborne pathogens in the world and are commonly found in natural water sources that are contaminated by infected animals. These cysts can cause extreme gastrointestinal distress, fever, and other flu-like symptoms. Luckily cysts are fairly large in terms of waterborne contaminants, which makes them easy to filter out of your water supply. VOCs The final source of contamination that we will be looking at are volatile organic compounds or VOCs. This includes a huge list of compounds that can evaporate into air or dissolve into water. Sources of these compounds are widespread and include everything from solvents like gasoline or paint thinner to household cleaners and other chemicals. Many VOCs can have negative impacts on human health, especially in high quantities. Because VOCs are so widespread, they can easily contaminate water tables. It is often difficult to determine if you have an issue with VOCs without having your water tested, due to the fact that they can be hazardous at low concentrations. Because these compounds are so diverse, finding a catch all solution for removing them can be incredibly difficult. Even extremely powerful water purifiers like reverse osmosis filtration systems can have difficulty removing some VOCs from your water. Luckily there are special water filter systems that are designed to reduce the presence of VOCs to safe levels, typically using a separate filter cartridge. Dealing with Waterborne Contaminants So when it comes to drinking water, there are definitely a wide variety of different potential sources of contamination. Sadly it is almost impossible to know whether or not your water is going to be safe to drink unless you have a water quality test performed. Even these tests can only provide a snapshot of your water’s quality at any given time. The only real way to know that your water is safe to drink is to take matters into your own hands. Adding a home drinking water filtration system to your kitchen sink can help ensure that your water is always freshly filtered and ready to drink. Some homeowners will resort to budget options like water filter pitchers, but pitcher filters are not capable of providing the same quality of filtration compared to a dedicated water filtration system. They also tend to require frequent replacement filter cartridges, which can add up over time. Our Filtration Solutions We have been working with water filtration systems for years and have had to deal with many different filtration brands. Everpure home drinking water filtration systems have become our focus because they offer the perfect balance of water quality and ease of use. All of our home Everpure systems are designed to be mounted underneath your kitchen sink, so you can get your drinking water from the same location you always have. One of the main mechanical considerations to make when choosing a filtration system is how your filtered water will be dispensed. Most of our filtration systems are designed to deliver filtered water using a small dedicated faucet while your normal faucet will continue to dispense unfiltered water. For homeowners who are not interested in installing a new fixture in their kitchen, our Full Flow systems are designed to dispense filtered water using the cold water side of your existing faucet. This lets you use your cold water for drinking and cooking, while still retaining the hot water side of your faucet for cleaning and other tasks. Installation The process of installing a filtration system that hooks directly into your home’s water lines may seem daunting, but Everpure filters are designed to be easy to install. You can install almost all of our Everpure filtration systems using only a few basic hand tools including a screwdriver, tape measure, a wrench, and a pencil. Once the filter head is screwed into place, leaving sufficient room for installing replacement cartridges, you have to hook the system up to your water line. This process will differ slightly based on the type of filtration system you are using, but the first step is always to turn the shutoff valve at the base of the cold water line. If your system uses a dedicated dispenser faucet, then you will install an adapter that will divert some of the water to your filter head. You will then install your new dispenser and hook the filter head output to it using the included flexible cut and fit tubing. If you are using a full flow system, then the adapter will completely divert the flow of water to the filter head and then return the water to the other side of the line. Once the filter head is hooked up, you can screw your filter cartridge in place and run the system for a few minutes in order to purge any air from the system. After the water flow is clear and uninterrupted, you will be able to enjoy up to a full year of filtered water before you will have to change your cartridge. Filter Cartridges The actual filtration all takes place inside the system’s filter cartridge. Each of these cartridges are filled with Everpure’s proprietary Micro-Pure filtration media, giving them some truly impressive filtration power. They are rated to remove a wide range of contaminants and are also rated for removing chlorine odors and tastes from your water. The lifespan of your filter is based on how many gallons of water it is designed to filter. Once the flow rate from your filter begins to noticeably decrease or a full year has passed, you will need to replace the cartridge. This process takes only a few minutes and is about as difficult as changing a lightbulb. If you notice that you have to change your cartridge more than once per year, you can always upgrade your cartridge. Almost every Everpure filter cartridge is designed to fit a standard filter head size, so it is easy to install a higher capacity cartridge on your existing system. NSF Certified One huge advantage of using our filtration systems as opposed to cheap pitcher filters and similar systems is that our Everpure water filter cartridges are NSF certified to remove lead and other harmful contaminants. The NSF, or National Science Foundation, is an agency that is responsible for carrying out scientific research in non medical fields. One of the jobs that this agency is tasked with is testing the effectiveness of different water filtration systems. If your current filtration system does not have an NSF certification, you cannot be certain about its effectiveness. If you are looking for a home drinking water filtration system, we have plenty of amazing options to choose from. Each of our home filtration systems is designed to offer the convenience of always having freshly filtered water available on demand. Feel free to reach out to one of the filtration experts on our team if you have any questions about these amazing water filters.

If you are reading this, you have probably encountered something that has made you think twice about your home’s drinking water quality. Clean drinking water is one of the most essential resources that any homeowner has and having to supplement that water due to poor quality can be a difficult and expensive process. One of the best ways to ensure that you will always have reliable drinking water is to install a good water purifier in your home. Water filtration systems are designed to provide an extra filtration step directly before consumption, which helps to ensure that you and everyone else in your household always has clean drinking water readily available. Reasons To Filter Your Water Many of our customers come to us after they have experienced a noticeable drop in water quality. Foul odors, tastes, and turbidity (cloudiness) are all reasons to be concerned about your water quality. There are several ways for water to become contaminated between water treatment and your home, including leaks and other effects of aging infrastructure. If you notice that your water is obviously contaminated, adding a home water filter is a great way to ensure that the water you are drinking is actually going to be safe to consume. This means that large particles and biological contaminants will be removed and the presence of other harmful substances will be reduced to safe levels. Sadly, obvious signs of poor water quality are not the only reason to consider adding a water filtration system to your home. Some dangerous contaminants, including lead and other heavy metals, are virtually undetectable using only our limited senses. Even having your water tested can only provide a snapshot of your water quality at the moment of collection. You can protect yourself against any issues with your drinking water by using some kind of home water filtration prior to consumption. No matter what your reasons are for wanting to filter your drinking water, it is important to make sure that the filter you are using is actually going to reduce the presence of any harmful waterborne contaminants to safe levels. This means investing in a quality water filtration system that is rated to provide the results you need. Choosing A Good Water Purifier When it comes to providing quality drinking water, there are plenty of filtration systems available on the market. Obviously different water filters function in different ways and some systems are obviously superior to others. Finding a good water purifier for your home is all about knowing what you need and what different kinds of filter systems can offer. One of the most common home filtration options is the filtered water pitcher. These pitchers are a commonplace sight in home and office refrigerators across the country. All you have to do is fill the reservoir on top of the pitcher and gravity pulls the water through a cartridge filled with filtration media. Once all the water has trickled through the filter, the pitcher can be used to dispense water or stored in the fridge for future use. While these filters are relatively cheap and commonplace, they come with their share of issues. The fact that they operate using gravity to push water through the filter cartridges means that the media has to be kept fairly loose to allow water to easily pass through. Because of this, these filters are typically not rated for the removal of a certain particle size. While there will definitely be some improvement in water quality, a system that does not operate under pressure simply cannot filter water to the point where you can be assured that heavy metals and other harmful contaminants have been reduced to safe levels. Another common source of home drinking water filtration is a faucet filter. These filters are designed to be mounted on the end of your kitchen faucet. This means that they are able to take advantage of the 40 to 45 pounds per square inch of water pressure that home water lines operate under. Most of these filters have two options, one that allows water to bypass the filter while the other setting diverts water to the internal filter cartridge. The fact that these faucet attachments use your home’s water pressure means that they can provide some quality filtration. Many use carbon and ceramic water filter cartridges that are effective at removing tiny particulates from your water. Sadly the design of these filters also tends to be a little awkward. You have to attach a bulky device to the end of your faucet that you will only actually be using when you need drinking water. If you don’t want to deal with adding a bulky fixture to your current faucet or dealing with the headache that can arise when the seals on these filters fail, it’s worth considering another option. If you are looking for the best water filtration option for your home, you need to consider installing a dedicated undersink water filter system. These filters are designed to operate out of sight and out of mind. Instead of taking up room in your refrigerator or attaching to your faucet, these filters are mounted inside of the cabinet below your kitchen sink. They hook directly into the same water line as your faucet. Because these filters use your home’s water pressure, they typically use a very fine filter media to achieve the best possible filtration results. In addition, the fact that they are installed underneath your sink means that there is more room for a larger filter cartridge. This means that you will be able to enjoy the convenience of having freshly filtered water on tap without having to worry about changing your cartridge or performing other maintenance tasks frequently. Our Water Filtration Systems Our Everpure filters are some of the most efficient options for homeowners looking for an efficient and easy to use water filtration system. Over the years we have worked with many different filtration systems and our Everpure filters have become our focus for a reason. These filtration systems offer what we believe to be the perfect balance between filtered water quality and ease of use for homeowners. All of our home Everpure water filtration systems are designed to be easy to install and maintain. The task of installing your own filtration system may sound daunting, but many of our customers are surprised by the ease of the process. All you need to complete the installation are a few basic hand tools like a wrench, a screwdriver, and a tape measure. The filter head has to be screwed into place at a height that will allow for the cartridge to be easily inserted and changed and a special adapter has to be added to your faucet’s cold water line to allow for water to be diverted to the filter system. Once these two steps are complete, you can connect all of these components using simple cut to fit tubing and then connect the filter’s output to your dedicated filtered water dispenser. Like most under sink filters, most of our Everpure filtration systems will require you to install a small faucet for dispensing your filtered water. This process will involve adding a hole to your sink or countertop, but there are a wide range of small air gap faucets on the market so you can find an option that will be a perfect fir for your kitchen. If adding a new fixture is not feasible or desirable in your kitchen, we still have some incredible filtration options that will work for you. Our Everpure full flow systems are designed to use your existing faucet’s cold water side to dispense your filtered water. The main difference between our full flow and regular systems is the water line adapter. Instead of sending some cold water to your filter, full flow systems filter all of your cold water before reconnecting to your faucet. This means that homeowners can continue to use hot water for tasks like cleaning and save the filtered water for drinking and cooking. Maintenance Once you have installed your new Everpure water filtration system, all you have to do is run water through it for a few minutes to make sure that all of the air has been removed from the lines and the cartridge. Once this process has been completed, the maintenance requirements of these filters is relatively simple. Every Everpure filter cartridge comes with an indicator sticker that will slowly go from white to red over the course of a year. Once your sticker has turned completely read, it is time to consider replacing your cartridge. We recommend that all cartridges are replaced at least once per year to ensure optimal performance. Occasionally cartridges will need to be replaced sooner if the flow rate from your system begins to noticeably decrease. No matter what your reason for changing your cartridge, the process is incredibly simple and should only take a few minutes. All you have to do is turn the automatic shutoff valve on your filter head and then unscrew the cartridge like a lightbulb and replace it with your filter cartridge replacement. Once your new cartridge is in place you can reopen the valve on the filter head and run your system for a few minutes like you did when you first installed it. Cartridges The secret to the efficiency of these filtration systems is their water filter cartridges. These sleek metal cartridges are not only easy to use, but they contain the carbon filter media that is actually going to be purifying water. Everpure cartridges use their proprietary Micro-Pure filtration media that is capable of removing contaminants as small as half a micron from your tap water. These filters remove contaminants like chlorine that can give your water an “off” taste and odor as well heavy metals like lead that can have negative health effects. One of the best things about our Everpure systems is that most of the cartridges are designed to fit a standard filter head. Our Pro Series cartridges are an obvious exception, but most cartridge options should fit the same filter head that comes with our most popular “H Series” filter systems. This means that it is easy to upgrade to a larger cartridge size if you notice that you are using more than one cartridge per year. One of our most popular filter systems is the Everpure H300. Each H300 cartridge is designed to filter about 300 gallons of water, but we carry filters that can provide several thousands of gallons per cartridge. Occasionally our H300 customers will message us about having to replace their cartridges more than once per year, which is usually a sign that a high capacity cartridge is needed. If you need any help finding the perfect cartridge upgrade for your system, we are always happy to help you find the right cartridge to meet your household’s annual drinking water needs.   If you are worried about your water quality, or you are just looking for a little extra peace of mind, our team is always happy to help you find the best Everpure system for your home. There are plenty of factors to consider when trying to pick a good water purifier and our team of filtration experts are always happy to help our customers find the perfect filtration solution for their homes. If you have any questions about any of our Everpure filtration products, feel free to reach out to us. Just send your questions info@efilters.net and we will get back to you as soon as possible! Our goal is to make sure that every one of our customers is satisfied with their filtered drinking water.