THE WATERWHEEL: A series dedicated to one of our most treasured resources - Water

THE WATERWHEEL - Water Treatment Equipment: A Buyer's Guide

by Don Janssen, UNL Extension Educator

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The purchase of water treatment equipment is a decision that must be carefully considered. There are several key steps to follow when purchasing equipment. These include :

• Use appropriate water quality tests to correctly identify the problem to be addressed
• Identify options for correcting the problem
• Decide whether whole house or single-tap treatment is needed
• Select a reputable dealer
• Obtain second opinions
• Check to see if the equipment has been tested by an independent organization such as the National Sanitation Foundation
• Talk with others who have the same equipment you may purchase
• Understand all the costs of the equipment including purchase price, installation, operating and routine required maintenance
• Understand what maintenance will be required
• Understand how to determine if the equipment is operating satisfactorily
• Determine if the system has adequate capacity for your needs
• Determine the expected life of the equipment
• Understand any warranty provided with the equipment

This article appeared in the NEBLINE Newsletter.

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