NJ Water Meets Standards, But Is That Enough?
Meeting federal standards means passing the legal minimum. Between the plant and your tap, water may pick up lead from old pipes, sediment, and bacteria from biofilm.
Potential Lead Exposure
Homes with pre-1986 plumbing may have lead solder. The EPA estimates that 10 to 20% of a child's lead exposure may come from drinking water. Reverse osmosis is designed to reduce lead in drinking water.
PFAS in NJ
Some NJ communities may have elevated PFAS levels. Standard pitcher filters typically do not address PFAS effectively. Reverse osmosis is one of the methods most often recommended for PFAS reduction.
Bottled Water vs Home Filtration
Families may spend 1,200 to 2,000 per year on bottled water. A home RO system produces water at 0.02 to 0.05 per gallon. Many households recover the cost within about 12 to 18 months, depending on how much water they use.
Free Water Test
H2O Purified Water offers a free in-home test by Community Water Check. Call 844-818-1217 or schedule online.