Explore the Benefits of Water Treatment
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Point-of-Use treatment can provide a long-term solution for consistent water security at the tap, despite varying environmental source conditions.
Explore the topics below to learn about the benefits of treatment at the tap, the differences between common types of treatment, and how to find certified devices. Check out the Drinking Water Contaminants & Risks Page to learn about common and emerging water contaminants, as well as who is most at risk. |
Major Causes of Waterborne Disease: System Deficiencies
Benefits of Treatment
Outbreaks of disease related to drinking water are not common in the U.S., but they do still occur and can lead to serious health consequences, particularly in high-risk populations. Learn more about how Point-of-Use (POU) devices can provide an important safeguard at the tap. |
Types of Treatment
Water treatment devices come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, with a range of capabilities. Click below to learn more about some of the most common types of treatment technologies, including activated carbon filtration, reverse osmosis (RO) and ultraviolet (UV) light. |
Product Certification Resources
Certification ensures that the device is made from safe materials and the contaminant reduction claims listed on the packaging are verified by independent data. Click below to Search for water treatment devices that have been certified to NSF/ANSI standards. |
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