Berkey water filters are gravity-powered systems designed for countertop use that do not rely on electricity for operation, making them perfect for natural disasters or emergency situations where power supplies may be unavailable.
Black filters typically last 6,000 gallons compared to pitcher systems which need replacing every few months.
1. Reduces Bottled Water Waste
With millions of plastic bottles being discarded each year, bottled water is not only wasteful but harmful to the environment. A Berkey can help alleviate this burden while providing you with healthy drinking water.
Berkey systems equipped with Black Berkey Elements efficiently remove contaminants such as E. coli, chlorine, fluoride, lead and heavy metals from pesticides and herbicides as well as agricultural contaminants like trihalomethanes (THMs), pharmaceuticals, petroleum contaminants and perfluorinated chemicals.
Filtration systems not only eliminate contaminants but can also effectively reduce microplastics found in 93% of bottled water – this tiny plastic fragments which enter food chains, harm wildlife populations and can have adverse health impacts for people as well as animals.
2. Eliminates Contaminants
Berkey water filters equipped with Black Berkey Elements mechanically extract and reduce pathogenic bacteria, cysts, parasites, fluoride, toxins, heavy metals (including uranium and lead), pharmaceuticals, petroleum contaminants and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to levels below laboratory detectability levels. They also remove foul tastes/odors as well as herbicides/pesticides/chemical pollutants which would otherwise remain undetected in drinking water supplies.
Filtration systems can be used to filter tap or well water, as well as lake, river or stream water for camping trips or emergencies when no access to treated drinking water is available. They’re freestanding gravity-fed systems which don’t need electricity – you just wash their stainless steel components with white vinegar and lemon juice mixture then rinse.
3. Saves Money
Berkey systems not only reduce plastic waste, they’re much more cost effective than buying bottled water! A set of black filter elements should last an average family of four approximately three years when 2 gallons per day are filtered – that works out to less than $0.02 per gallon!
These filters can also be cleaned and reused to extend their lifespan; be sure to take advantage of their scratch and dent sales for great deals!
One great benefit of these systems is that they’re completely self-contained and operate without electricity, making them perfect for camping and RVing, lightweight enough for traveling abroad and easy to clean – perfect features when traveling abroad! Additionally, lightweight designs make these portable units suitable for travel abroad!
4. Portable
The Berkey Water filter is one of the best portable filters on the market, capable of processing nearly any source of water while operating 100% off grid – perfect for emergencies or frequent travelers.
A Berkey Filter offers several additional advantages. First and foremost, it removes pathogens, herbicides and pesticides, pharmaceuticals and more from your drinking water, plus it tastes much better than either bottled or tap water!
The Berkey comes in various sizes. For most households, the Travel Berkey will fit easily under cabinets; for larger households or those who require more water storage space they also make a bigger model called Royal Berkey which could easily house four people. Berkey keeps coming out with new components like their Water View Spigot that displays how much purified water remains in its lower chamber.
5. Easy to Clean
While stainless steel tanks are durable, they will need regular cleaning. This process is relatively straightforward; simply follow the same process for washing a sink. My husband provides step-by-step instructions in this slow real time YouTube video on how to clean them effectively as well as how to install an optional water view spigot that makes it easy to monitor how much filtered water remains in the lower chamber.
Berkey water filters can filter untreated, raw water from lakes, streams and stagnant ponds – making them perfect for emergencies or natural disasters. Portable Berkeys can also be taken on camping trips as long as their filters are primed with fresh water before departing.
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