Depending on where you live, New Zealand “mains“ water is derived from various sources and is usually processed via a treatment plant before being supplied to us as consumers.
Common concerns from consumers are mostly associated to: chlorine, fluoride and some trace level contaminants such as heavy metals, herbicides and pesticides in our water along with taste and odour issues.
The good news is that Aqua provides a range of “Mains” water solutions which can resolve these concerns. All of our products are backed by our dedicated nationwide service network of water quality specialists. Start enjoying the benefits of clean, pure, great tasting water!
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Rainwater is fairly pure until it hits the roof and gutters and gets stored in a tank.
Harmful pathogens can enter your tank water from faecal matter washing off your roof and gutters, from birds and possums. A tank with leaf litter debris in the bottom of the tank provides a great environment for these microbiological contaminants to multiply. Over 90% of rainwater tank water tests show the presence of E.coli and faecal coliforms.
Protecting yourself from rain water is easy with either filtration or disinfection and here at Aqua we have a range of solutions that cover both. It is important to know that filtration is not disinfection. Installing a standard filter (0.5 microns or larger) will not protect you from getting sick. Only disinfection can do that.
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Ground water comes from bores, wells or springs. It is a common water source as it is generally considered to be reliable, however it is often high in minerals, some of which are undesirable. Groundwater sources are also susceptible to microbiological contamination particularly if they are shallow (less than 30m deep) or open.
The only way to get a full picture is to have your water tested at its source, especially as the more dangerous things are not usually ones we can detect with sight, taste or smell. The treatment on your water will depend on what is in it.
Here at Aqua, we have professional experts who will evaluate your water test and design a system that is specially tailored to both your water quality and your usage needs. We don’t believe in a one size fits all approach.
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