How to choose a home water filtration system

Local municipalities should deliver water that complies with SANS 241 — but how do you know your supply does? Testing your water at a lab gives you a snapshot of quality at that point in time, and supplies change.

Start with where you need protection

Rather protect your home entirely with a whole-house system, or target the points of use where compromised water quality could affect your health or harm your appliances.

Choosing your stages

• 1 stage — sediment protection for plumbing and appliances
• 2 stage — sediment plus chlorine, taste and odour reduction
• 3 stage — ultimate whole-house filtration for inconsistent supplies

Adding point-of-use filtration

In areas where water quality is particularly inconsistent, a homeowner can add an activated carbon filter at the point of use — the drinking water tap or vegetable prep bowl. Some homeowners go further and protect high-end fashion by filtering the washing machine supply. It is up to you.

Unsure where to start? Skoon Water tests your supply and recommends the right combination.