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Best Reverse Osmosis System in Canada 2017
Saturday, August 26, 2017
If you are looking for the best reverse osmosis system in Canada, read on. In this post, we will explain what reverse osmosis is, the benefits of a reverse osmosis drinking water system, and introduce you to the best reverse osmosis system in Canada: the Duro reverse osmosis system. At WaterSmart, we have been serving the Kitchener-Waterloo region for more than two decades so we know the special challenges of the water in our area. We sell, service, and install Duro reverse osmosis systems. If you would like to start enjoying the benefits of the highest quality reverse osmosis system, contact us today.





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Why Duro Is The Best Reverse Osmosis System in Canada

As one of North America's largest suppliers of water treatment equipment, Duro has over 40 years of experience. They have been the leader in reverse osmosis drinking water technology and have developed cutting edge systems for both residential and commercial use.


Features

All Duro reverse osmosis systems have the following features:
Ultra slim, space saving profile with integrated mounting bracket
Simple snap fit cover for ease of service
Fast and easy connection fittings
Colour coded tubing for simple installation
Chrome faucet
Highest quality reverse osmosis membrane
25, 50, and 75 gallons per day options
Sediment pre-filtration
Pre and post carbon block filtration
3/8" tubing from the RO system to tank and faucet for higher flow
Storage tank


Series lll - Premier Push Button Monitored Reverse Osmosis Systems

This is Duro's premier model which comes with a patented Smarttap Push Button Monitor. The Series lll will alert you when it is time to change your membrane. It also includes 3 dedicated sediment and carbon filters.

Series ll - Advanded Four-Stage Reverse Osmosis Systems

The Series ll model will produce high quality and great tasting drinking water. It uses a separate dedicated sediment and carbon pre-filters which means you will get longer run times between cartridge changes.

Series l - Standard Three-Stage Reverse Osmosis Systems

Duro's Series l reverse osmosis system uses a combination of sediment/carbon pre-filter as well as a dedicated carbon post-filter. If you are looking for the most economical yet reliable system, or if space is limited, then this system may suit your needs best.

What Is Reverse Osmosis?

Reverse osmosis (R/O) is a water treatment process which takes tap water and forces it through a semi-permeable membrane that has very small holes or "pores." Clean water then passes through the membrane, however, impurities that are too big to pass through the membrane are left behind and flushed away. Click here to read more about how reverse osmosis works.

Benefits Of A Reverse Osmosis System

1. Removes Unwanted Substances

Reverse osmosis can remove dissolved solids, salts, and minerals that cause hardness, as well as organic chemicals and other impurities. These impurities include sodium, chloride, copper, chromium, and lead. They may also reduce arsenic, fluoride, radium, sulfate, calcium, magnesium, potassium, nitrate, and phosphorus.

The following chart shows the substances that a reverse osmosis drinking system will remove compared to other types of drinking water systems.



2. Bottled Water Quality At A Fraction Of The Cost

The Duro Reverse Osmosis system can provide your family with bottled water quality drinking water at a fraction of the cost. For an average family of four, this drinking water system can produce enough drinking water for about $0.23 per day as compared to delivered water which can cost upwards of $1.25 per day.*

*Calculations based on recommended daily drinking allowances. Prices will vary depending on location and market.

3. Improves Your Water's Taste

A reverse osmosis drinking system can improve the taste of water for people who do not like the taste of dissolved mineral solids.

4. Protects Your Appliances

Water that has been treated by a reverse osmosis system will not produce harmful scale in kettles and coffee makers.

5. Helps To Lower Your Sodium or Potassium

For people who are on a medically prescribed sodium- or potassium-restricted diet, a reverse osmosis system may be beneficial, because they remove sodium and potassium from the drinking water.


Why Purchase From WaterSmart

WaterSmart is a locally owned and operated business that has built a solid reputation for high-quality products, excellent prices, and superior customer service. We can answer all of your water and plumbing questions and concerns. If you are wondering about the quality of your water, come to any of our WaterSmart locations

Is Bottled Water Bad For You?
Saturday, July 1, 2017

Is bottled water bad for you? The debate continues and so does the sale of individual sized bottled water. But what is the truth about bottled water? In this post we will look at the some of the facts including is bottled water better for you than tap water, the cost, health and environmental concerns, and we will also give you some alternatives to using bottled water. If you don't like the taste of tap water, but you also are not comfortable using individual bottled water, contact the water experts at WaterSmart to discuss your options.
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The Facts About Bottled Water

According to the following video, the water bottle industry is huge. It is estimated that the sale of bottled water in the U/S. will overtake the sale of soda by next year. The video was recorded in 2015. For more facts about bottled water, read our post 24 Bottled Water Statistics.



Is Bottled Water Better For You Than Tap?

In the United States, 103 different types of bottled water were compared to tap water. In these tests, no evidence was found to prove that the bottled water brands were any better than normal tap water. Besides this, tap water is regulated, both in the U.S. and in Canada to meet high safety standards. And interestingly enough about half of all bottled water actually comes from your tap.

The Cost of Bottled Water

Bottled water costs a lot more than tap water too. According to the previous video, Americans pay an average of $1.22 /gallon which is about 300 times the cost of tap water. Why does bottled water cost so much? Because you are not only paying for the water itself but also the cost of:

the cost of the bottle itself
the extra water to make the bottle
the cost of delivery
plus all of the advertisements to get you to purchase the water.

Health Concerns From Plastic Bottles

According to TheTruthAboutCancer.com, there are 3 health hazards commonly found in plastic water bottles. Some contain bisphenol A (BPA) which is a chemical which has been linked to several different forms of cancer as well as having adverse affects on fetuses, infants and children's brains, and prostate glands.

Other plastic bottles are made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and are BPA free. However they may contain contaminants of f***l matter, saliva and food residues. This is because their soft plastic is hard to clean and can become contaminated when re-used.

Finally, some plastic bottles contain phthalates which is a chemical that can leak into the water. According to The Canadian Cancer Society, this chemical has been linked to liver cancer, testicular atrophy and sterility in males.


Environmental Effects Of Individual Bottled Water

Less than 1/3 of plastic bottles get recycled in the U.S. Only about 70% of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) bottles - the type that can be recycled - are recycled by Canadians according to the Canadian Beverage Association.

In addition, ground water is being overused in order to produce bottled water. Nestle pays only $3.71 to draw one million litres of water from a well near Hillsburgh, Ontario. They are allowed to draw 1.13 million litres of groundwater every day!

Added to this, huge amounts of CO2 are pumped into the atmosphere during the production of the plastic bottles.

Alternatives to Tap or Individual Bottled Water

If you really don't like the taste of tap water, then there still are other alternatives for you that are more economical and more environmentally friendly that buying individual bottles of water.

1. Bottled Water Coolers

A more economical and environmentally friendly alternative to purchasing individual small bottled water is to purchase a water cooler and use the large, re-fillable bottles. You can choose from spring, distilled, or purified water. And if you don't like the idea of having to go and buy your own and carry it home, many companies offer a delivery service. At WaterSmart, you can order your water online and have it delivered to your home for free. Learn more about our bottled water options here.

2. Bottle-less Coolers

If you don't like changing the large bottles or if you often forget to re-order bottles, you might want to consider purchasing a bottle-less cooler. This type of cooler connects directly to your water pipeline, so you will never run out of cooled water. Learn about WaterSmart's bottle-less coolers here.

3. Reverse Osmosis Systems

A reverse osmosis system can improve the taste of water for people who do not like the taste of dissolved mineral solids in their water. Click here to find out more about how R/O works. WaterSmart Systems sells, installs, and services Duro Reverse Osmosis Systems.

Contact WaterSmart to Discuss Your Drinking Water Options

If you are considering switching from small plastic bottles, but you still don't want to drink straight from the tap, contact WaterSmart. We can discuss your alternatives with you and help you decide on a water plan that best suits the needs of you and your family.

Sources

Bottle Vs. Tap: 7 Things to Know About Drinking Water

Against The Flow: Which Households Drink Bottled Water

Households And The Environment Survey 2015

Bottled Water 2015