6. Practical and economic aspects

When the quality of a water supply is unsatisfactory, report it to your local authority, so that action can be taken at local level before considering home treatment.

All the devices mentioned in this article will be the subject of a separate detailed article at a later date. These devices are commercially available and can be installed by a plumber. It's worth pointing out at the outset that quality and cost vary enormously, and it's sometimes difficult to make a decision. In addition to the investment required to purchase the equipment,...