Reverse osmosis drinking water systems from Culligan Water are certified to reduce up to 61 contaminants, including viruses, bacteria, lead, arsenic V, pharmaceuticals and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) as well as 15 emerging contaminants such as PFOS/PFOA. They offer up to seven stages of filtration and 12 filter options to create a customized approach for targeting the unique issues with your home’s water.

Many people concerned about their water quality turn to single-serve plastic bottles as a “safer” alternative to tap. But the fact is, bulk bottles from the store may not be the best choice. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration bases its regulation of single-serve bottled water on the same standards applied to tap water, and some bottled water actually comes from the same municipal water sources that provide local tap water. Reverse osmosis drinking water systems provide an unlimited supply of safer water for just pennies a glass without the hassle or cost of single-use bottles. By enjoying filtered tap water from your home, you can also help reduce oil, gasoline and plastic bottle waste that results from their production and disposal.

Drinking hard water is generally safe. That said, hard water can have unfavorable effects on the health of your skin and hair. When showering, hard water can reduce moisture and leave behind a film, making hair and skin feel less clean to the touch. This may cause dandruff in your hair and irritate and instigate dry skin problems such as eczema. Hard water may also affect the health of your home by damaging pipes, leaving spots on dishes and creating limescale buildup on water-using appliances. This could impair their efficacy and shorten their lifespan over time.