Drinking water safety is not a new issue facing modern Perthians. It is an issue that Australian inhabitants have faced since the beginning. The is little difference to the location of how far you are from damns or recycling plants as the piping the water travels in is one of the issues. It's not new news either that having safe and fresh water is imperative to maintaining overall health. And there are several reasons it has issues and harmful chemicals but that's for another story. What you should know is that there are several things you can consider when it comes to maintaining healthy drinking water in your house.

Chemical Free
Is yours chemical free? Do you know, or have you thought about it? Living in a community that relies on a shared source that is supplied by the local government, may be at risk of having chemicals in their drinking water. Different purification methods are used across Western Australia, and some of these include the use of cleaning chemicals. If you are concerned about the quality of yours, contact a Perth plumber to come and test yours for you.

Other Contaminants
Your plumber will also be able to tell you if your pipes or tanks are polluting your water in any way. Corrosion, bacteria and algae are contaminants that could contribute to the instability of your water. Having a thorough examination of your existing system, as well as all sources is perhaps the best way to keep the entire household safe from bad drinking water.

Rural Dwellers
Perth has spread far into the hills and paddocks, and there is a large diversity in the kinds of sources people utilize. Farming and rural lands are all subject to water runoff, which means that people depending on boreholes and water wells always have the chance that their water could be polluted with industrial chemicals or farming pesticides. Perth plumbers are fully equipped to inspect all your rural water supplies and make sure you are drinking the safest water possible.

Line of Defense
A top quality water filter is one of the best ways to insure that your water is not polluted. Ask your Perth plumber about installing a water filter that will accommodate the water usage of the entire house. You may choose to go with a reverse osmosis water filter, a carbon filter system and/or a water softener. Each of these filters will remove a certain aspect of contaminant from your water, so consult the plumber for the best choice for your water type. Installing a filtration system that uses several methods at the same time is the best option.

Protecting your drinking water from pollutants is important. Have yours tested.