How to Avoid Florida Water Filtration Scams
Florida water filtration systems are becoming more and more commonplace for residents. Many water purification “experts” would have you believe this is because of a greater awareness of the damaging effects of tap water. The truth more specifically in Central Florida is that Florida’s water supply and aquifer are being contaminated and not getting the attention they require, the population continues to rise, and the government continues to shrug their shoulders over it.
The World Wide Web is typically a great source of information. Unfortunately, there are a lot of companies who don’t have the knowledge or skill set required to properly evaluate the quality of your water, so instead of directing their customers to qualified sources or service providers, they lead you into misinformation to close their own sale. They market this misinformation aggressively to lead you to believe their lies and make their sale easier.
To avoid these scams, protect yourself by getting your water tested by a qualified professional. You can either send a water sample off to your county for testing and pay their fee, or just ask around about your local water filtration service providers. Typically, you should be able to find a local trusted company that offers water testing for free and will perform it in-home, right in front of you, so there’s no question as to the authenticity of the results. This provides you with the benefit of seeing first-hand what is in your water, and what equipment will be necessary to decontaminate it.
Diagnose first, treat second.
It is critical to treat your water specifically for what is in it - especially in Florida. You should not pursue or discuss any filtration equipment until the water is professionally evaluated. There is no such thing as “the best water filter” for every one. Just as we treat different sickness with different medicine, different water requires different treatment. Getting a “best deal in town” package from the first water treatment company you speak to may be tempting, but the money you save on the install will be quickly wasted by over-or-under treating your water with a system that was never tailored to meet your needs to begin with. In other words, your water filtration system needs to be just as unique as your water.
With water filtration systems on the rise, make sure you are doing everything you can ensure the service provider you choose cares just as much about properly treating your water as you do.
For more information about receiving proper water filtration in Florida, feel free to call our experts at Pro H2O regardless of your location, or visit our website and shoot us an email. We’ll be happy to point you in the right direction, or if you’re a local Florida resident, we’ll set up a free in-home water test to show you what a difference it makes in determining what system is right for you.
March 1, 2009 - 2:01 PM No Comments