Strange taste or stains in your water? Learn how iron and manganese enter your water, affect your home, and how to test and remove them effectively.

Discover the health risks of mercury in drinking water, how to test for it, and effective solutions to protect your family. Learn about sources, safe limits, and filtration methods.

Compare Berkey and Rorra water filters to find the best fit for your needs.

This simple tutorial offers step-by-step instructions on how to set up, operate, and maintain your Berkey filter to ensure you get optimal use and water quality from your system.

Yes, Berkey water systems do remove pesticides and herbicides from water—but what kinds of pesticides and herbicides do these filters remove, and how effective are they? With water contamination becoming...

Gravity-fed water filters are a simple yet effective solution for providing clean, safe drinking water. Designed to remove contaminants like bacteria, sediment, and chemicals, they offer a convenient and eco-friendly...

Berkey® water filters are renowned for their ability to deliver clean, safe drinking water. However, when not in use, proper storage is essential to maintain their efficiency and longevity. Whether...

The Berkey water filtration system is renowned for its durability and top-notch contaminant removal. But let’s face it—leaks can happen. The good news? They’re usually caused by simple issues that...

In the U.S., tap water supplied by a utility has been treated to meet stringent safety standards and is presumably safe to drink. But is it? In this article, we...

We all hear that filtering water is good for you... But why, exactly? Today, we'll give you not one but seven convincing answers to this question!

Water itself doesn’t expire or go bad, as it’s a stable substance and doesn’t spoil on its own the way food does. But here's a catch: the containers it is...

If you have invested in a Berkey water filtration system, you no doubt expect to enjoy contaminant-free water that tastes great. However, it’s important to note that your Berkey system...

Drinking water daily is essential for our health and wellbeing. But as tap water can contain a wide range of contaminants that can cause us harm, many consumers opt for...

Drinking filtered water offers many health benefits over unfiltered tap water, and is often the go-to water source during an emergency situation. If you have a home water filtration system,...

The short answer is: yes, Berkey water filters can remove fluoride, but this requires a specific type of filter. The standard Black Berkey filters used in Berkey systems are not...

Yes, Berkey water filters are capable of removing arsenic from water. The Black Berkey filter elements are designed to remove a wide range of contaminants, including toxic heavy metals like...

Is it really safe to use hot tap water for cooking? Find out the potential risks and concerns with using tap water in your cooking process and why you may...

The quality of tap water can vary based on the local infrastructure and contamination risks. Potential contaminants include lead, nitrates, bacteria, fluoride, and chemicals like chlorine byproducts. In areas with...

Water is essential to our health and well-being. It's comes as not surprise, then, that the quality of the water we ingest is extremely important. Unfortunately, drinking water sources, and...

Drinking filtered water can have several potential benefits compared to unfiltered water, depending on the source and quality of the water. There are several reasons why opting for filtered water...

There are a wide range of pollutants found in tap water, including pathogens. For this reason many people choose to filter their drinking water to minimize their exposure to contaminants....

Wondering if tap water is safe to drink? You are worried that tap water is bad for you? Learn more about the safety of drinking water from the tap!

Let's delve into the mechanics of how Berkey water filters work to remove contaminants from water in order to provide users with top-quality filtered water.

Despite the Rumors, Berkey® Water Systems is Not Going Out of Business

If you don’t drink enough fluids, your body can become dehydrated, especially in hot climates or during and after physical exertion. Dehydration can affect the body in various ways, but...

Concerned about losing minerals in your filtered water? Find out how water filters work and if they remove essential minerals from your drinking water.

Can't decide between Travel Berkey and Big Berkey? Check out our comparison of the main features. Choose the right water filter system for you!

Does boiling tap water make it safe to drink? What does boiling the water remove from it? Here's everything you need to know about boiled water and other ways to...

New Millennium Concepts, Ltd. (“NMCL”) and the James B. Shepherd Trust, the brand owner of Berkey Water Filter Systems, filed a lawsuit against the EPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency)...

The short answer is yes, you can add mineral stones and electrolytes to your Berkey, and if you chose to do so, it is recommended that you add these to...

Can pets benefit from filtered water and should I be giving my pets filtered water to drink? The answer is yes!

Do Berkey Water Filter Systems Leach Aluminum Into Your Drinking Water? Activated Alumina and Aluminum are Not the Same, and Why You Need to Know the Difference.

Selecting the right water filtration system is crucial for ensuring clean and safe drinking water for you and your family. Berkey water filters have gained popularity due to their superior...

Tap water can contain a wide range of chemicals and contaminants that can hamper plant growth and their ability to thrive. There are several ways to remove these contaminants to...

Berkey water filter systems are the best way to ensure that you and your family have access to clean, safe drinking water at home. They are highly effective at removing...

There's no such think as a perfect water filter system as they all have pros and cons. It's clear that Berkey Water Filters have a lot to offer, but there...

Many consumers are turning to bottled water despite the additional expense they have to incur. Yet, opting for a Berkey system offers several benefits over bottled water, including significant cost...

With several different models to choose from, selecting the right Berkey can be tricky. In this article we compare the difference in storage capacity and filtration rates of each model.

As the popularity and interest in Berkey water filters grows, there is a surge in unauthorized Berkey dealers who follow unethical marketing practices.

Yes, the Berkey will reduce 99.99% of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's) to below lab detectable limits.

We recently asked one of our repeat customers (whom we've recently become friends with) if they'd write an in-depth review of their Berkey experience. Below is his article. His name...

Acid reflux or heartburn is the burning sensation a person may experience when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus. While it is relatively normal for people to suffer from...

2022 has been the worst year on record for counterfeit Berkey products. By year end, the estimate is that close to $3 Million of Berkey counterfeits will have been sold,...

The manufacturer of Berkey products (New Millennium Concepts, LTD) has released a statement to our customers so that they would feel at more ease in understanding the merits of this...

Considered by many to be the best of the best when it comes to delivering clean, safe drinking water, a Berkey water filter stands out from the crowd for many...

Big Berkey Water Filters has recently had the opportunity to work with forPEACE, a non profit organization that specializes in targeted aid through integrated war relief.

A new bill which was passed by Michigan senate on September 20,2022, requires all schools and childcare centers in the state to filter drinking to ensure it's free from lead...

Wastewater is potable water that has been used for some purpose or other and then flushed down the sink, drain or toilet and sent to a wastewater treatment facility where...

Aging water infrastructure poses a risk to drinking water quality across the United States. When infrastructure problems arise, water systems struggle to operate effectively, affecting both water quality and water...

Pesticides are widely used toxic contaminants that are common in drinking water supplies across the US. Exposure to pesticides in drinking water can cause severe health effects, including Parkinson's disease...