If you’re in the habit of drinking bottled water, you might want to consider switching back to tap. Over extended periods, the disadvantages of bottled water tend to outweigh any benefits. Here’s why it’s more worthwhile to invest in a water treatment system for your home. 

What Are the Downsides of Bottled Water?

1. Save Money

Bottles of water average at a cost of about one dollar apiece. In the short term, this seems like a small price to pay, but bottled water quickly adds up over time, even if you buy in bulk. Priced by the gallon, bottled water is over 600 times more expensive than tap water. Water treatment systems in the home will save you hundreds of dollars annually.  

2. Create Less Waste

Though they are recyclable, many plastic bottles still wind up in overcrowded landfills that contribute to climate change. Take the eco-friendly route by filling a reusable bottle with filtered drinking water from your home. 

3. Avoid Contamination

Water bottles also present health risks. When they heat up in the sun, for instance, toxins may seep from the plastic into the water. To make matters worse, companies are not required by law to alert consumers when contaminants have been found upon inspection. 

4. Know the Source

Many bottled water companies claim to source their water from natural springs and underground aquifers. However, there’s no telling where the water actually originates. When you drink from a tap with a water treatment system, you’ll know the source and feel more confident in its purity. 

Keep a steady supply of clean drinking water with filtration systems from The Water Source of Wappingers Falls, NY. For over 30 years, they have provided water treatment solutions, including reverse osmosis, softeners, and analyses, to homes and businesses within an hour radius of the Hudson Valley. Call them at (845) 297-1600 to speak with a representative about installing water treatment systems on your property. Visit them online to learn more about how to enjoy clean drinking water.