Best Water Filter? 5 Questions You MUST Ask Yourself Before Buying

What's the best water filter out there? It depends who you ask. Here are 5 questions to ask yourself before buying.

#1) What % of chlorine and lead does it take out?

Why is this so critical? #1, chlorine has proven to cause cancer after drinking it consistently. #2, it introduces new bacteria into the water, aside from what it’s already killed.

Lead isn’t linked to cancer, but it does produce other undesirable side effects. The effective purifiers will eliminate over 99% of both elements.

#2) Can you take out 100% of the bad things in water?

Not without also removing the minerals. That’s why reverse osmosis and distillation might not be the best choice.

It’s true--they do take out just about all the impurities in water (although in some instances they leave chlorine). However, they also take out the good minerals.

The side effects of drinking mineral free water are still uncertain. You need to do your research and determine if the pros outweigh the cons.

#3) How much does it cost to replace the cartridge?

It depends on the model. Most filters cost around $9-25 to replace. You generally have to change them ever 2-6 months, although some models can go as long as 1 year.

How do you tell when it’s time to replace them?

Just about every filter will come equipped with sensors that will let you know when it’s time to replace the cartridge.

#4) Where do you want to put the purifier?

Some take up a lot of room, such as the countertop models. On the other hand, the under the sink purifiers are out of sight and create very little clutter.

#5) Is it NSF rated?

This is a 3^rd part organization that tests models and ensures the manufacturer’s claims are legit. In other words, if a model says it takes out 99% of chlorine… and it’s NSF certified… you can be POSITIVE it really does

Conclusion

The best water filter is one that can remove as much chlorine and lead as possible… is inexpensive to replace the cartridge… and has a style that matches the rest of your house.

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