Pre-Filtration
Why pre-filtration matters more than most people realise.
Do you ever worry about the quality of the water you and your family are drinking?
Many households unknowingly expose themselves to harmful contaminants such as chlorine, lead, chloramine, fluoride, aluminum sulphate, PFOS, PFOAs, and bacteria. These substances can have serious long-term health effects.
“Town water isn’t treated for your body. It’s treated for the pipes.”
Source Water
Source water simply refers to the original water supply entering your home or filtration system — and in Australia, that source can vary significantly depending on where you live.
Some households receive treated town water, while others rely on rain tank water, bore water, river water, or even caravan park water supplies when travelling. Each source carries its own unique mineral profile, contaminants, bacteria levels, sediment load, and treatment requirements.
For example, town water is typically chemically treated for safety but may contain chlorine, fluoride, heavy metals, PFAS, or aging pipe contaminants. Tank water can be affected by roof runoff, bacteria, mould, sediment, and environmental pollutants. Bore and river water often contain high mineral content, iron, sulfur, sediment, agricultural runoff, or microorganisms. Caravan water sources can vary greatly depending on location and infrastructure quality.
This is why understanding your source water matters. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to filtration. The right filtration setup should always consider the quality and characteristics of the water before it reaches your ionizer, helping protect both your health and the performance and longevity of your machine.
Creating the best foundation for your lifetime hydration
Every home and water source is different, which is why pre-filtration recommendations are never one-size-fits-all.
For many households on standard town water, a simple setup may be needed. More advanced filtration is typically only considered for unique water conditions, such as tank, bore, hard, or heavily sedimented water.
The goal isn’t perfection or fear around water — it’s simply about creating the best possible foundation before ionization, while supporting the longevity and performance of your machine.
Pre-filter costs can vary depending on your water source and setup, ranging from simple entry-level filtration through to more customised systems for complex water conditions.
This is something we can discuss futher; it’s not an immediate requirement, but it’s important it is on your water wellness timeline. I am an affiliate for a highly reputable Australian company.