Chlorine is by far the most widely used method for disinfecting water supplies in the United States. The popularity of chlorination systems can be attributed to its convenience and consistently strong disinfection. Backed by decades of use, chlorine continues to be a popular choice for people looking to disinfect their wells or pre-treat their water going to various filtration systems.
Another disinfecting choice that is becoming increasing popular is Ultraviolet Water Treatment. UV lights destroy microorganisms by attacking their genetic core (DNA) and eliminating their ability to reproduce. Disinfecting your water with ultraviolet light is exceptionally effective and environmentally safe. It is able to destroy up to 99.99% of harmful microorganisms without changing the taste or odor of the water. It does not add anything to the water, so a UV water system does not change the taste or odor of the water. UV systems are very low maintenance and only require changing a replacement bulb every year. However, since the purpose of the UV light is to kill microorganisms in the water such as bacteria, viruses, molds, cryptosporidium and giardia, it is not meant for treatment of other contaminants such as heavy metals or unsatisfactory water odors.
If your water problems call for more than just a disinfection system, AquaCare can analyze your water quality needs to custom design a system setup that combines disinfection with other types of filtration like reverse osmosis, carbon or sediment filters.