Filtered water simply tastes better. It offers the same purity of expensive bottled water, and can conveniently come out of your tap through a switchable valve that directs flow through a filtration device. There are, however, other advantages to filtered water than just drinking.

Consider the effects that unfiltered water can have on your home; minerals in hard water have many negative effects on household plumbing and fixtures. Lime deposits form in drain lines, and can cause permanent slow downs in water flow, especially in internal toilet drain traps. They yellow and build up around faucet spouts and require periodic maintenance to prevent excessive blockage. A whole house water filter represents a major advancement in the water service provided to your home. The filtered water dispenser filters every drop of water carried by your water pipes; the pure water that you are accustomed to drinking will now be available through any faucet or water dispenser in your home. The reduction of minerals in solution in the water has many positive side effects. There will be fewer residues to clean out of your sinks and shower. Lime deposits are no longer a concern in your washer or hot water heater. Interestingly, pure water is better at rinsing soap, and requires less toothpaste and other cleaning agents to achieve the same results.

Another benefit to having pure water running through your water system are the deposit free cleaning characteristics; purified water will not leave as many spots when washing a car or any other reflective surface that easily shows dirt and defects. The filters work simply: They sit in line along your main water feed and water that enters your house passes through the filtration media cartridge before it is carried to the rest of your plumbing system. Depending on the quality of your local water supply, whole house filtration might be worth a look.  Some brands to check out are Berkey and Aqua Pure water filters.