With news of municipal water system contamination in some cities, many homeowners are concerned about the quality and safety of the water in their home. M/R Plumbing can perform an in-home water analysis to determine if there are any harmful contaminants such as lead. If you are experiencing high mineral content, strange odors or have other concerns. A water test will diagnose the cause of the problem and help you select the right water treatment solution for your needs.
There are two types of home water filtration systems. Whole house water filtration systems typically treat all or most of the water entering a home. They are usually installed after the water meter (municipal) or pressurized storage tank (for well water systems). A water softener is an example of a whole house water treatment system.
Point-of-use (POU) systems typically treat water at the point of consumption, such as at the kitchen sink. Some may install inline while others will dispense filtered water through a separate faucet. Because not all water filters are going to be effective for the same group of contaminants, once you have identified any specific contaminants in your water check the NSF’s water filter certification page. The NSF certifies different water treatment systems by the types of contaminants they remove from the water.
For all your plumbing and water quality needs, from water testing to water filtration and water softeners, call M/R Plumbing, we can help.
