Are whole house systems better than counter-top filters?
P.O.U. (Point Of Use) counter-top filters are by far the best way to ensure the highest quality water since many water-borne contaminants come from the plumbing in your house, especially lead and vinyl chloride from the piping. By filtering water at the point-of-use you remove contaminants just prior to consumption, eliminating the chance of re-contamination. P.O.E. (Point Of Entry) whole house systems offer certain benefits but do not replace the benefits of P.O.U. filtration.
