Does this filter be suited for daily use for tap water treatment ? as I read a review it is just for emergencies and trips.
1621098
I use it daily for tap water treatment. the filters have to be primed before use and should not be allowed to dry.
1621099
Yes, it is for daily tap water use but it is a good enough filter to use for emergencies as well. We are a family of four and this Berkey is the perfect size for daily use only needing refilling in the evening before we go to bed.
1621100
we use it for tap water all the time, for drinking and cooking arox 2 gallons per day, love the berkey.
1621101
I use it everyday....It sits on my kitchen counter. I LOVE my Berkey, if anything ever happened to it I would immediately buy another.
348373
It is supposed to filter Cryptosporidium. I can only say I have not had a problem. But, I do not know if the water contained this or not. I do not know where you are going to be. Higher elevation run off water seems to have less to worry about. To be safe or if you are going to be in an area that has very poor water quality, I would use the filter and a chemical treatment together. There are some very inexpensive treatment tablets that are light and will ensure that you have everything from parasites AND bacteria covered.
2086877
It's made to use tap water, but if you are worried about it, call their customer service # and asked them.
138870
I have not, but this is a 2 stage filter which is good for almost all water. If you have really bad water, then changing this filter as recommended might not be a bad idea since they recommend you change them frequently, or using a 5 stage filter if possible. You should find out what kind of contaminants are in your water and what these filters are capable of filtering. Just my opinion, but any water that is distributed to the public and doesn't need to be boiled first should be fine when using this. My water here has an almost sweet or bitter taste and the filter gets rid of that and I haven't changed the filter yet for a couple months. I have not, but this is a 2 stage filter which is good for almost all water. If you have really bad water, then changing this filter as recommended might not be a bad idea since they recommend you change them frequently, or using a 5 stage filter if possible. You should find out what kind of contaminants are in your water and what these filters are capable of filtering. Just my opinion, but any water that is distributed to the public and doesn't need to be boiled first should be fine when using this. My water here has an almost sweet or bitter taste and the filter gets rid of that and I... » Read More I have not, but this is a 2 stage filter which is good for almost all water. If you have really bad water, then changing this filter as recommended might not be a bad idea since they recommend you change them frequently, or using a 5 stage filter if possible. You should find out what kind of contaminants are in your water and what these filters are capable of filtering. Just my opinion, but any water that is distributed to the public and doesn't need to be boiled first should be fine when using this. My water here has an almost sweet or bitter taste and the filter gets rid of that and I haven't changed the filter yet for a couple months. « Show Less
294751
I got the "Big" to serve our needs for culinary water. There are physically bigger ones than the "Big" but they're always out of stock. The "Big Berkey" has holes for up to four filters, I have two in there now. I don't know anything about the "Travel Berkey." The filters last several years if you're only running tap water through them. You can always take them out and clean them off with a plastic scrubby. The one Achilles Heel is that if the water freezes, the filters are ceramic and will crack.
358768
I use it for my garden to filter out chlorine and heavy metals. It is a carbon based filter so it should soften up water too. I would recommend shopping for a filter that specialized for hard water if that's what you are looking for.
936457
Hard water and high mineral content in the waterwil affect unit over tine ( found often in well water) and will need to be descaled more often. Water filtration is recommended( nothing to fancy, $50 filter will do). Regular street water will be fine but descaling is stil recommended once a year( simple prosidure) If you live in area with high power outages, and you don't have a power back up, you will be without hot water since the computer and electronic parts in the heater need power to operate. ocational outages, im sure you can deal with it. Grat unit, you will love it.
2157537
I've tried both filtered and tap and filtered and filtered is more work but I think it keeps the inside cleaner longer. But since I fill it twice a day for my small apt. I just use tap water and it seems to run just fine. So it's really up to you. I'm not in a position to go to the expense of distilled water for my purposes.
2239425
Is it plausible? Yes. Have I ever measured ? No. All I can really say is that I have used it every day. Some days up to gallons because it use it to boil water for tea, potato, pasta etc. I have had my last 2 I just recently replaced for years. I highly recommend this water filter. I have tried others and this in the best I have used. If you have any others concerns I will try to answer them.
521898
I would use this treatment for a week max. 3 weeks is a bit too long, I would recommend stopping the treatment and doing 1 or 2 50% water changed every day (remembering to use de-chlorinator for the tap water). Do not clean the filter at all and let some good bacteria build up cos those meds must have killed the filter by now!
2086875
I have used it quite a bit and have only used tap water and haven't had a problem. I don't know if you with more use and time.
472682
I use it to refill our hot tub as we have well water and for that application it works great. Using the filter appears to help lower the PH levels.
2049134
No, no problems here. Our tap water isn't too bad to begin with, though. Definitely recommend a good washing of the pitcher and a new filter.
138871
I have not, but this is a 2 stage filter which is good for almost all water. If you have really bad water, then changing this filter as recommended might not be a bad idea since they recommend you change them frequently, or using a 5 stage filter if possible. You should find out what kind of contaminants are in your water and what these filters are capable of filtering. Just my opinion, but any water that is distributed to the public and doesn't need to be boiled first should be fine when using this. My water here has an almost sweet or bitter taste and the filter gets rid of that and I haven't changed the filter yet for a couple months.
359457
It is intended to filter tapwater to remove chlorine and other stuff in the water. It is not intended (to my knowledge) for filtering dirty river water.
1524051
Yes. You should check the recommendations regarding filtration of non-potable water though.
1635443
I do both and it depends on where you live, whether you need a filter. When I was visiting San Diego (their tap water is not so great) so I used it there. I have used it without the filter as well and can barely tell the difference. I hope this helps you. :)