You have likely heard about contaminated municipal water in the U.S. This is a scary thought considering that government treatment plants had a duty to treat the water and test it for safety. Water contamination can happen regardless of whether the water supply is government-owned or comes from a water well. Municipal water supplies get treated with chemicals to remove pathogens. The chemicals may effectively kill the pathogens, but traces of the chemicals may remain in the drinking water. Perhaps you have smelled a chlorine odor in your water, which is a sign of remnants of the chemical used to disinfect the water. The following points identify reasons why you might want to consider investing in a whole house water filtration system. 

Protect Plumbing System

The minerals in the water that comes from municipal sources can wreak havoc on plumbing systems. These minerals can collect in appliances such as washing machines, water heaters, and dishwashers and shorten their lifespan. The pipes in plumbing systems can also corrode because of hard water. Rusted pipes are at high risk for water leaks or pipe bursts, which can cause significant water damage.

Healthier Drinking Water

Some individuals do not drink tap water because they do not like the way it tastes. Water from a water well that tastes peculiar needs to get tested. A plumber can perform the water test to determine if there are contaminants present and recommend a filtration solution. Households that rely on municipal water might have water that tastes like it has chlorine in it.

Help the Environment

The decision to buy bottled water is often linked to individuals not liking the taste of their tap water or fear of its safety. The plastic bottles from store-bought water are often discarded. Even when they are recycled, there is unnecessary strain put on the environment from the recycling processes. A whole house filter ensures that you can have safe drinking water on demand. All that you and your family will need are refillable water pitchers and water bottles. This will also save you money.

A plumber is a good resource to use to learn more about water filtration systems. The best filtration for a home will depend on several factors. For example, whole house filtration systems vary in size and requirements. It is essential that homeowners pair their home's design, filtration needs, and budget when planning a water filtration system project. Plumbers can help homeowners compare filtration systems and install the filtration systems that best meet each households' needs.