To ensure that you’re always getting the cleanest, purest water possible, it’s important to regularly service and maintain your water filtration system so that it runs at peak performance.
Water filtration systems have components that need to be checked, serviced, and sometimes replaced to avoid problems with the system’s functions. Today, we’ll look at some best practices for maintaining your water filtration system for longevity and optimal performance.
10 Tips for Maintaining Your Water Filtration System
Here are 10 tips for maintaining your water filtration system:
- Check Your System Requirements: Depending on the type of water filtration system you use, you will have different system maintenance requirements. Know what are the needs of your system and make a date of when maintenance should take place.
- Observe Your Water Quality: If you’re noticing any change in your water, such as a different taste, colour or smell, that may be a sign that your filter needs to change. When in doubt, bring your water sample to Watermaker for a free water test so you can determine what steps to take.
- Monitor Water Pressure: A very low flow in your taps or shower could indicate that your filter or purifier is clogged and needs attention.
- Do Regular Inspections: Check your water filtration system for problems such as leaks, damage, clogs, or wear and tear, and quickly fix any problem areas that you spot.
- Keep a Maintenance Log: Documenting your maintenance will help you monitor what needs to be replaced and how long certain parts last. Set up reminders to change filters and membranes so you don’t forget when they should be changed.
- Flush Your System: These systems are prone to sediment buildup. The system should be flushed periodically to remove any accumulation and prevent clogging. If your system has not been active for a while, the water can be stagnant and full of bacteria. In this case, some filter components may need to be replaced in addition to flushing and sanitizing.
- Replace Cartridges and Membranes: If you have a cartridge-based system, the cartridge must be replaced periodically (please refer to your instruction manual). In the case of Reverse Osmosis Systems, the filters should be changed annually, and the membrane should be changed every 3-5 years.
- Track Water Consumption: The amount of water your household uses affects the lifespan of your water filtration system. If your system is undersized and inappropriate for your home’s needs, it may not function properly. The more water you use, the more frequently you need to check and replace your components to ensure longevity.
- Avoid Harsh Cleaning Products: To ensure your drinking water is not exposed to harmful chemicals in cleaning products, avoid using harsh cleaning products, and always rinse your system with warm water.
- Get a Professional Inspection: In addition to maintaining your water filtration system yourself, there may be some tasks that require a water treatment professional. If you’re in doubt about its functioning, reach out to a professional for a closer inspection.
Consult the Experts at Watermaker
Water filtration systems are an investment, and with proper regular maintenance, they should last anywhere from 10 years to 20 years, depending on the system’s quality. Following these steps should help you keep your system running properly for many years to come, delivering the freshest and cleanest water. Reach out to Watermaker to find out what kind of water filtration system is right for your needs.
Watermaker – Better Water, Better Life
