Resources

Six Sections. Every Answer.

Browse by topic, whether you're setting up your first system, comparing it to the competition, or verifying contaminant data.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about Berkey systems, from setup and filter priming to flow rate, maintenance, and the current status of Black Berkey elements.

Browse FAQs

Setup Guides

Instruction Manuals

Step-by-step assembly and priming instructions for every Berkey system. Covers the Go Berkey, Travel, Big, Royal, Imperial, and Crown Berkey (including filter installation and first-use preparation).

View Manuals

Contaminant Removal

What Berkey Filters Remove

The complete contaminant breakdown for Black Berkey and Phoenix elements: PFAS, lead, chlorine, pharmaceuticals, heavy metals, VOCs, radiologicals, and 200+ more, with reduction rates from independent lab testing.

See What's Removed

Comparisons

Berkey vs. The Competition

17 side-by-side comparisons covering Berkey vs. Brita, Zerowater, Alexapure, reverse osmosis, Doulton, ProOne, and more, with lab-tested contaminant data, cost-per-gallon analysis, and NSF certification status.

Compare Filters

Lab Results

Independent Test Results

Certified lab reports from independent third-party testing labs. Includes results for Black Berkey elements and Phoenix filters, showing contaminant reduction data tested to NSF/ANSI standards.

View Test Data

Warranty

Lifetime Warranty Coverage

Our exclusive lifetime warranty covers all stainless steel hardware on every Berkey system purchased through this site. The only Berkey dealer offering this protection, not available on Amazon, Walmart, or any third-party marketplace.

View Warranty Details