Have you ever turned on the tap and noticed a strong chlorine odor or water that is slightly cloudy? Many households are currently experiencing increasingly severe drinking water quality issues. Although our public water supply system is intended to provide safe drinking water, the long pipelines and complex environment through which the water flows from the treatment plant to your tap can introduce uncertainty into the water quality.

These uncertainties are not limited to taste or odor. Heavy metals like lead may be present in your drinking water, which is typically caused by old plumbing systems. Additionally, while chlorine, a common disinfectant, can kill bacteria, it can also produce unpleasant tastes and odors. What’s more concerning is that some invisible chemical substances, such as PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances), or “permanently persistent chemicals,” may pose health risks even at low concentrations. There are also various volatile organic compounds (VOCs), such as chloroform, benzene, and other visible particles, such as mud and rust, that may have an impact on your and your family’s drinking water quality. Many people believe that as long as the water appears clear, there is nothing wrong. However, these harmful substances are frequently undetectable to the naked eye.

Why are there so many water quality concerns?

The root causes of water quality problems are numerous, making clean and safe drinking water a luxury for many families. To begin, one of the main causes is outdated infrastructure. Many cities’ water supply pipelines have been in use for decades, and some still use lead pipes. Over time, they will corrode and emit lead into the drinking water. This explains why, even if the public water supply meets safety standards, the water in your home could still be contaminated.

Second, environmental pollution is a significant contributor. Industrial wastewater discharge, agricultural runoff, and firefighting foams, among other things, can introduce harmful chemicals into water sources, including PFAS and PFOA/PFOS. Once these substances enter the environment, they are extremely difficult to decompose and thus remain in our drinking water for an extended period of time. Furthermore, chlorine is commonly used in water treatment plants to disinfect the water and prevent bacteria contamination during transportation. However, chlorine and its byproducts not only affect the taste and smell of water, but they also pose health risks when consumed over time. These factors combined have resulted in the complex water quality issues we face today.

Waterdrop 17UA: Creating a Pure and Healthy Drinking Experience for Your Family

Facing these water quality challenges, the Waterdrop 17UA 3 Years Under Sink Water Filter, certified by IAPMO against NSF/ANSI 42&372 Standard,  offers an efficient, convenient, and reliable solution for your household. This water purifier is specifically designed to address the drinking water problems of modern families, allowing you and your family to enjoy clear and sweet pure water at any time.

Outstanding filtration performance: It can retain beneficial calcium and magnesium ions and effectively remove volatile organic compounds (VOC) (such as trichloromethane), benzene, chlorobenzene, thiodichlorosulfone, and styrene. It can also effectively remove sediment, rust, and other large particles, improving the taste of water and fundamentally enhancing drinking water safety.

Extremely long service life: One filter element of the Waterdrop 17UA can provide you with pure water for up to 3 years, significantly reducing the hassle and cost of frequent filter replacements. Its compact design can seamlessly fit into your kitchen countertop space, and the rapid and stable water flow allows you to obtain a large amount of pure water without waiting, making it perfect for drinking, cooking, or cleaning vegetables.

Choosing Waterdrop 17UA means choosing to bring your family a new standard of clear, sweet, and reassuring drinking water.