As a responsible homeowner, ensuring that your home's water supply is safe for you and your family is a top priority. One of the biggest concerns today is the presence of PFAS in water sources across the country including in cities and towns right here in Washington. PFAS, or per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, are a group of man-made chemicals that are resistant to heat, water, and oil. They have been linked to a wide range of health problems, including cancer, liver damage, and immune system disorders.

Water in a home can be divided into three main categories: raw water, working water, and drinking water.

1. Raw water is what comes untreated into your home.
2. Working water is what we use to wash clothes and dishes, shower, and cook.
3. Drinking water as the name suggests, is the water that we consume.

As referenced in an article by the Minnesota Department of Health, filters containing activated carbon or reverse osmosis are the most effective at removing PFAS. Fortunately, several of the Kinetico systems we offer at Water Doctor of Washington incorporate these technologies to provide comprehensive and reliable treatment of PFAS in your water.

The Kinetico 4040s utilizes a multi-stage filtration process that includes an activated carbon component, which is particularly effective at removing PFAS. This system can treat the working water in your home, which means that it will remove PFAS from the water you use for cooking, bathing, and cleaning. The 4040s is designed to be installed at the point where your water enters your home, which allows it to provide whole-home protection against harmful contaminants like PFAS.

In addition to the 4040s, we also offer the Kinetico K5 Drinking Water Station, which is specifically designed to provide clean and safe drinking water. The K5 utilizes reverse osmosis technology, which is widely regarded as one of the most effective ways to remove PFAS from drinking water. The K5 can be installed in your basement, and it features a multi-stage filtration process that includes a reverse osmosis membrane, activated carbon filters, and a sediment filter. This system is capable of removing up to 99% of contaminants from your drinking water, including PFAS.

When it comes to removing PFAS from your water, it is important to consider all three types of water. The Kinetico 4040s is designed to treat the working water in your home, while the Kinetico K5 Drinking Water Station is designed to focus solely on the drinking water you ingest. By addressing both sources of water in your home, you can ensure that you and your family are drinking and using water that is safe and free from harmful contaminants.

At Water Doctor of Washington, we are committed to providing our customers with the best possible water treatment solutions. Generally the 4040s is a system that is meant specifically for our customers who are on city water. If you have well water, or a community well we can also provide carbon filtering for your home as well but the system may be different than the 4040s mentioned above. If you are concerned about PFAS in your water, we encourage you to contact us to schedule a free water analysis. Our team of experts can help you determine which of our Kinetico systems is right for your home, and we can ensure that you and your family are drinking and using water that is safe and free from harmful contaminants.

When you choose Water Doctor of Washington, you're not just investing in top-of-the-line water treatment systems - you're investing in the health and well-being of your loved ones. Our team of experts is dedicated to helping you find the best solution for your home's water supply. We offer free water analysis to help you determine the best course of action, and our technicians are always available to answer any questions you may have.

It's important to note that not all water treatment systems are created equal. In fact, some systems may actually make the problem worse by adding more contaminants to the water. That's why it's crucial to choose a trusted and experienced water treatment company like Water Doctor of Washington.

In addition to our Kinetico 4040s and K5 Drinking Water Station, we offer a wide range of other water treatment systems to meet your specific needs. From water softeners to UV disinfection systems, we have everything you need to ensure that your home's water supply is safe and clean.

Don't take chances with your health and well-being. Contact Water Doctor of Washington today to learn more about how our water treatment systems can help protect you and your family from PFAS and other harmful contaminants in your water supply.