How to Choose a Water Purifier for Your Home

A water purifier stays with a household for years, so choosing on price alone can leave you with a machine that does not fit how you live. These four points make the decision easier.

Start with the water at home

Water differs from one area to the next. A home on consistent mains water can choose from many filtration systems. A home on groundwater, or water with visible sediment, should test it first so the system suits the water it will actually treat.

Estimate daily use

Count the people at home and what they use filtered water for, such as drinking, hot drinks and cooking. Heavier users should look closely at dispensing rate and tank capacity.

Choose the features you will use

• Hot water suits homes that make hot drinks often.
• Cold water suits homes that drink chilled water through the day.
• Ice suits homes that use ice regularly.
• A compact body suits kitchens with limited space.

Compare the full cost

The cost is more than the machine. It also covers filters, service and electricity. Add these up over the time you expect to use it, then compare buying outright with renting monthly.

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