Every day, more people are becoming better educated about water safety and seeking solutions that will ensure their home’s water is clean and tastes great. With growing awareness and governmental actions on forever chemicals in the United States, a variety of water treatment devices have quickly become common household necessities. However, the rise in demand for these systems has also opened a new door for water scammers looking to take advantage of homeowners.
Unfortunately, there are fly-by-night companies in Florida and Georgia that sell poor-quality water treatment systems, who will often disappear after they make the sale, leaving no further customer support or maintenance support. There are even some water filtration products being sold by companies who don’t offer repair services or maintenance at all! The question is, how can you be sure if a water treatment provider is legitimate or a bad decision better to avoid?
Here are some of our best tips and questions to ask about the quality and reliability of a water treatment product and service provider.
How Do I Recognize A Water Scam?
Firstly, you should research the company’s reputation and history. Look up reviews on Google, see how long the product has been on the market, and check out the company’s business rating with the Better Business Bureau. Ask the representative what services they provide after the sale and be sure to find out what their product warranty includes.
As an industry leader in water treatment services in the Southeast since 1979, UDI has installed over 75,000 water softeners and treatment systems in Florida and Georgia. We are proud of our 4.8-star average rating from over 675 Google reviews and our A+ rating with the BBB. UDI has manufactured a top-quality water processor and offers service and maintenance for the life of the water processing system. Click here to read some of our customer testimonials.
How Do I Judge The Product Quality?
Over the years, you’ve probably heard of a lot of different types of water softeners, reverse osmosis filtration products, and whole-home water treatment systems. You can go to any home improvement store and find dozens of DIY products that promise great-tasting, clean water. So, what factors really contribute to a high-quality water softener or drinking water filter, and how should you rate them against each other to get the best return from your investment? Read our blog, Investing in a Home Water Treatment System, to see how we compare the water processing industry’s three tiers of equipment quality.
Is A Free In-Home Water Test A Scam?
No! Getting your home’s water tested is honestly the best way to find out what’s in it. And all it takes is a few minutes at your kitchen sink. UDI offers a free water test performed by one of our technicians. With just a little bit of tap water and a few quick tests, our technician can report your home’s water quality and then explain what type of water processor will best address your concerns. The free water test should come with no obligation to buy.
Are Any Water Processing Systems Government Approved?
Some water scammers claim that certain government agencies have required or recommended the widespread use of their water purification system. While the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) has recently taken a number of initiatives in efforts to protect American communities from harmful exposure to forever chemicals (PFAS) in water, as of now, the government does not endorse any particular water treatment company or product. If you see an EPA registration number on a water purification product label, it simply means that the manufacturer has registered its product with the EPA – it does not mean the EPA has tested or endorsed the product.
However, the EPA does agree that “high-pressure membranes, such as nanofiltration or reverse osmosis, have been extremely effective at removing PFAS. Research shows that these types of membranes are typically more than 90 percent effective at removing a wide range of PFAS, including shorter chain PFAS.” That’s why one of the best products to consider is the ULTRA-6® reverse osmosis system.
At UDI, our only business is clean, healthy water!
UDI has been proudly providing top quality water purification and treatment services to customers in Florida and Georgia since 1979. We don’t just install your water treatment system and forget about it. We follow up to make sure you’re satisfied, and then we service and maintain your system for the life of the product. Our team is glad to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have regarding the water quality in your home or place of business. Call (800) 741-4426 to request a free water test today!
