As awareness continues to grow about the nasties lurking in our drinking water, many homeowners wonder if home water filtration systems are worth it. The answer is yes, every drop.

Whether you use dams, rainwater tanks or town water, a filtration system not only drastically improve the look, taste and odour of tap water, but also plays a critical role in removing potentially dangerous contaminants from it.

What is a home water filtration system?

Unlike filtering jugs, bottles and individual sink filters, an all-of-home water filtration system connects directly to your mains water supply and feeds purified water to every tap in the house. Consider them the household helpers cleaning up the water scene and helping Australians take a step towards healthier living.

Most domestic systems are installed against the side of the house near the main water line, and while they vary in size, many have a similar footprint to an air conditioning unit.

Why A Home Water Filtration System Is Worth It

No more bits in your water

Unfiltered tap water can contain a lot of unwanted visitors. Small particles of sand, dirt and even rust from pipes commonly find their way into main water supplies, but as part of a home water filtration system, a sediment filter helps to remove them. So it’s hello to clean tap water and goodbye to the unwelcome particles.

Less colours, tastes and smells

Ever wondered why your unfiltered tap water tastes and smells a little questionable? The reason is usually because of the chlorine present in the water.

Quality filtration systems include a carbon filter which is highly efficient at removing chlorine and its associated tastes and smells from your everyday water.

The carbon filter also plays a role in removing unwanted colours and delivering crystal-clear water to your taps day in and day out.

UV protection kills off bacteria

Some water filtration systems include UV filters, which add a boost to the hygiene of your water.

The way it works is that UV light affects the reproductive DNA of various pathogens like parasites, bacteria and some viruses, making them unable to multiply. This helps clear water of nasties and makes it safer to drink.

Limited maintenance

From portable jugs to under-bench sink filters, water filtration options are many and varied in Australia. But the beauty of a whole-house water filtration system is that it’s a complete home solution that requires very little upkeep.

About once a year, some minor maintenance is often required, but this involves little more than changing filters and the UV lamp if you have one.

Reliable brands like Atlas Filtri provide Maintenance Kits with everything you need to change the filters yourself.

Our Story: Adding A Home Water Filtration System

We installed a complete home water filtration system as part of our recent Modern Farmhouse Renovation. In addition to supplying clean, safe drinking water to the household, it was a must-have for supporting the family’s commitment to creating a healthy home.

Making HOME Renovator, Nikki, says she “chose the Atlas Filtri Big F PRO 256 for the Sydney renovation because it services the entire five-bedroom house without slowing down the flow rate.”

The Big F PRO 256 comes complete with a sediment filter, a carbon block and a UV lamp for removing pathogens. Italian made by Atlas Filtri, the system includes a lockable weather cover, digital display, lamp life counter and acoustic alarm to let you know when to change the UV lamp. It also comes with a maintenance kit to take the fuss out of changing filters.

Nikki explains that “health was always a priority for this huge renovation, so an all-of-home water filtration system was a must-have feature. It gives the family peace of mind that they’re always consuming safe, clean water.”

Visit White International for more about Atlas Filtri water filtration systems.

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