Bacteria and Viruses
What are Bacteria and Viruses in Water?
Bacteria and viruses are microscopic organisms that can end up in your water from natural sources, sewage leaks, or poor water treatment. These biological contaminants are invisible to the eye and can multiply quickly once inside your plumbing or storage systems. When present in drinking water, they pose a serious health threat—even at very low levels.
How Do Bacteria and Viruses Enter Water Supplies?
They often enter through groundwater contamination, flooding, failing septic systems, or broken water lines. Municipal water systems typically disinfect with chlorine or UV, but contamination can still happen between the treatment plant and your faucet—especially after storms, boil advisories, or plumbing issues.
Health Risks of Bacteria and Viruses
Drinking water contaminated with bacteria or viruses can cause gastrointestinal illness, fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. Vulnerable groups like children, the elderly, or anyone with a weakened immune system face higher risks.
How to Remove Bacteria and Viruses from Water
To eliminate bacteria and viruses, you need more than a basic filter—you need disinfection and fine filtration. Here are the most trusted solutions:
- UV Purification Systems – Uses ultraviolet light to kill bacteria and viruses by damaging their DNA. No chemicals are added, and it works instantly as water flows through.
- Reverse Osmosis Systems – These systems use a membrane so fine it blocks bacteria and most viruses, along with many other contaminants. Often used in combination with UV for added protection.
- Ultrafiltration (UF) Membranes – Physically removes bacteria and some viruses using a hollow fiber membrane. Ideal for homes that want protection without water waste.
Chlorination Systems – Injects chlorine into water to disinfect bacteria and viruses. Effective and commonly used, though many pair it with carbon filters to remove chlorine taste and odor afterward.
Common Water Problems or Contaminants
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Our PLATINUM Series 6-Stage Purification System
The PLATINUM Series 6-Stage Filtration & Purification System is a comprehensive solution designed to help reduce your family’s exposure to potentially harmful substances often found in municipal water. It delivers clean, purified water to every tap in your home—making it easier to enjoy safer water for drinking, bathing, and everyday use. Each unit is carefully hand-assembled in the United States, ensuring exceptional quality and the use of premium materials.
- One tank installed at your water main
- NO Salt, NO Potassium, and NO filters to change, Maintenance-Free
- 6 full stages of water treatment to ensure consistent high-quality, delicious, odor-free, alkaline drinking water to every faucet in your entire home
- Environmentally safe alternative to salt-based water softeners
- 15-Year Warranty
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