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The Environmental Protection Agency is focused on the health and safety of the
H2O people have exposure to. The use of water filters in the home can be
effective in removing many types of contaminants and particles in the water. The
EPA sets strict standards on the health of H2O used by residents and in order
to keep this water safe, the filters may need to be used in the home.
There are a number of contaminants and toxins in H2O that can be consumed
without any effects but if these contaminants reach high levels, they can become
dangerous to the health of individuals.
The EPA has drawn attention to the health and safety of those with weakened
immune systems and how infected H2O can be detrimental to their health.
Although the EPA does enforce strict standards on the water that the public is
exposed to, those who deal with a weak immune system may want to consider water
filters to remove even more of the toxins that are usually safe for other people
to consume. Small traces of contaminants are expected to be present in water but
those residents who suffer from health conditions or a weakened immune system
may find these small traces hazardous to their health. In these situations,
filters are recommended to remove even the smallest contaminants and
particles from the home's H2O.
One of the most dangerous contaminants for those with weakened immune systems is
a microbial particle called cryptosporidium. These microscopic contaminants can
cause illness in many people and severe illness in those who suffer from a
weakened immune system. Water filters are able to remove even the smallest
cryptosporidium particles in water. With the use of filters, only the most
clean and safe H2O is released for those with weaker immune systems. The most
effective water filters at removing this type of contaminant include those filters that use reverse osmosis. This process is measured to be one of the most
efficient filtration systems on the market today. Many of these filters
are able to remove contaminants and particles that are less than one micrometer
in size and larger.
Before purchasing water filters for the home, the EPA suggests doing the proper
research to be sure the unit is the right one for your home. Maintenance of the
filters, product performance, certifications and local H2O quality are
all factors that should be considered before purchasing water filters for the
home. One of the most important things a consumer should research is the quality
of his or her own tap water. An annual H2O quality report can easily be
reported for the resident and will be able to list the amounts and types of
contaminants present in the home water. Some contamination levels can change
from season to season and it is important for the consumer to verify that these
contaminant levels stay under the EPA standards. Water filters are able to help
keep these higher contamination levels at a lower rate. Once consumers know the
types of higher contaminations to look out for in their own tap H2O, choosing
the correct water filters for the home can be easier.
One common contaminant that can easily become present in water is lead. Lead can
infect H2O from the lead pipes used to carry the water into the home. With the
help of water filters, this excess lead can be removed from the H2O before the
residents are exposed to it. Water from household wells can also be in danger of
containing nitrates and chloroform bacteria. This H2Oshould be tested
annually to see if there is a spike in either one of these contaminants. Those
who use well water should also look at water filters that specialize in the
removal of certain bacteria and contaminants which are common in well water.
Water filters are a great addition to home treatment systems because they
are able to improve the taste of H2O. By removing any lead particles or the
unwanted taste of chlorine from the home water, filters can make the
indoor H2O refreshing, clean and healthier to use and consume. Microbes that
can affect the taste and health of water are also easily removed by water
filters. Since different filters specialize in removing different
contaminants and particles, it is important for the consumer to know what types
of contaminants need to be removed from their home water before purchasing a
unit. There are also specific types of water filters that use multiple
filtration technologies to remove a number of contaminants from the H2O.
There are many types of water filters for consumers to choose from. There are
many pour-through containers and those filters which attach underneath the
sink or to the faucet. Both types of water filters generally use the same types
of technology to remove contaminants from the H2O. The water can be run
through fabrics or materials in order to filter out the particles from the H2O
or it can flow through a ceramic screen to remove the contaminants. Most of
these filters use a molded block of activated carbon. Activated carbon is
a material proven to improve the taste of water and remove the common
contaminants such as lead and protozoan cysts. The EPA recommends for the
consumer to look for water filters that use materials labeled as absolute one
micron filters. These filters are proven to be the most effective at the removal
of particles including cryptosporidium. When considering water filters sizes,
the size of the contaminants trying to be removed should be known and compared
to the size of the holes of the filter.
Distillers and reverse osmosis are types of water filters that have also become
popular with the public. The distillation process heats water to a boiling point
and collects the water vapors that are released through the process. While many
contaminants are removed from the water through this process, the natural
minerals and vitamins are also removed from the water. Reverse osmosis is a
process used by many water filters in which H2O is forced through a
semi-permeable membrane. This membrane filters out many toxins that may have
been present in the water. Although reverse osmosis water filters may use about
three times as much H2O as they treat, the water that is treated is sure to be
free of any unhealthy disease-causing organisms and contaminants.
Water softeners are types of water filters that are able to soften the hardness
of H2O. The hardness ions that are present in the water are replaced with
softer sodium or potassium ions. Softeners are types of filters that
can also remove radium and barium particles from the water. H2O hardness can
be caused by an excess of calcium or magnesium in the H2O and water softeners
specialize in the replacement of these types of contaminants.
Certification is another important factor that comes into play when choosing
water filters for the home. Certification of filters can come from three
different organizations and the consumer should be sure the unit he or she
chooses has certification from at least one of these organizations. NSF
International in one organization that can certify filters. This
organization only gives certification to top products that are proven to improve
the quality of home H2O. Underwriters Laboratories is an accredited testing
facility that is able to give certification to those water filters which meet
the quality standards desired. The Water Quality Association is another
organization that tests filters and gives certification only to those that
meet or exceed standards of performance and removal of contamination.
The EPA's registration seal may also be seen on the boxes of some water filters.
This means that the product is one that contains a germ-killing agent that is
able to remove hazardous germs from the H2O. The filters with the EPA
registration number more than likely use a bacteriostatic agent such as silver
to stop microbes from growing in the filter. This agent is found to be perfectly
healthy for the H2O and these water filters are able to remove bacteria and
germs from the water.
The standards that the EPA sets for home H2O help to keep the public safe and
healthy. However, the use of water filters can help keep home water even fresher
and cleaner for consumption. Ffilters make the already healthy water better
tasting and free of particles and contaminants. There are many types of water
filters that use different technologies. Consumers have many factors to take
into consideration before choosing the right filters for their homes.
While the EPA is sure to keep the public safe and exposed to clean H2O, the
taste and consistency of home water can be improved even more with the help of
water filters.
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