I live in Passaic, NJ, where the water has a high lead ocntent, along with other contaminants.
I'm trying to figure out which filter to get, I'd welcome any input/advice/suggestions/corrections.
So far, here are my thoughts:
1) I'm probably best off going with a reverse-osmosis system.
2) Undersink system, so I'm not filtering my shower water (and also because RO whole-house systems cost upwards of $15k).
3) Many of the best rated systems according to consumer reports, use proprietary systems, meaning you're locked into using a particular salesman, and according to online reviews, many of these, frankly, stink. Some of the best systems there are culligan and Kinetico, which appear to have this issue.
4) I'd rather pay a bit more up front and not have to pay outrageous amounts everytime I need to change a filter.
5) I'd be interested in the Whirlpol WHER25, which is fairly well-rated by consumer reports, but it has awful reviews anywhere I looked online, including Amazon and Lowes.
Any jelp you can offer would be appreviated!