Clean and pure water is the key to good health. Approximately 60% of body weight is made up of water. Therefore, we must drink sufficient clean water throughout the day to keep ourselves going. Water quality has become an issue across the world, especially in India. Water contamination is one of the severe water problems being faced by residents all across the country. Several issues contribute to water contamination and thankfully there are many ways to improve the water quality at home.

Water Filters

Most household use water filters for drinking and other purposes. Filtration blocks the impurities and keeps the water safe. It is important to maintain the filter according to its specifications at regular intervals. These include cleaning and replacing cartridges as bacteria and metals can build up in filter cartridges. Reverse osmosis system is installed at the sink as well as faucets. This system allows clean water to pass by removing bacteria, sediment, and pollutants.

Avoid Hot Water Usage

Use cold water for drinking and cooking as hot water dissolves contaminants and contain metals, sediments, and bacteria that build up in the water heater. Hot water can cause lead to release in the drinking water.

Faucet Aerators

Clean faucet aerators or replace them regularly as and when required. Sediments, metals, and bacteria can become trapped in the water aerators at the tip of the faucets.

Household Plumbing

Check for leaks and fix it immediately. Replace old household plumbing such as old pipes, as it may contain lead. Replace galvanized plumbing with copper pipes and install ‘lead-free’ plumbing fixtures that contain 0.25% lead or less. Do not forget to check all the faucets, under the sinks and toilets for dripping.

Flushing

Run cold water taps for two minutes before using water for drinking and cooking. When the water has not been used for several hours, its quality can decline. The most effective methods for flushing pipes can include laundry, showering, flushing the toilet and running the washing machine.

Boil The Water

Boiling the water kills dangerous elements present in it and make it safe to use. If you suspect water contamination, simply boil it.

By following one or more of the above-mentioned tips, you can certainly improve the quality of water at home. Do not forget to install the best quality plastic water storage tank from Penguin Tank.