I've been studying this for a bit. Water storage seems complicated at first, but it's really not.

1. How much water?
   
   

• FEMA says 1 gal per person per day. I say 2 to account for extra sweating, hot weather and the amount needed for freeze-dried food. Plus other comforts like coffee, tea, etc. A family of 4 for 3 days would be = 2 gal x 4 ppl x 3 days = 24 gallons.
  
  

2. What containers?
   
   

• Most everyone uses plastic. You need Food-grade, BPA-free, HDPE plastic to be safe for long-term storage. If a container meets these requirements, then it's almost always stamped in the plastic. You can get away with non-food grade if you're feeling lucky.
  
  
• Water bottles use a cheaper, thinner plastic that will leach over time, ruining your water. Good to have if you rotate regularly, but not for "set it and forget it"
  
  

3. What size containers?
   
   

• If you're looking mid-range then 55-gallon drums are great. Easy to find a home somewhere in your house and it has double what you need. But it's not portable. I bought this back when it was only $80 for the kit delivered - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006OW4FVI/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
  
• 5-7 gallon jugs are great if you find them at a good price. Most of them will crack as they use cheap plastic or cheap methods. The ones that are higher quality will cost more. Love that they're portable so they're easier to rotate and use for camping, hunting, emergencies, etc. Something like these - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MXCHSRH/ref=s9u_simh_gw_i1?
  
  
• A good prep should contain a mix of the two.
  
  

4. How to store it?
   
   

• First, make sure it's clean water coming in. Have you tested your tap water? We tested ours and have a water filtration system installed.
  
  
• Storing for extended time requires an additive to keep the water safe. You can use a chlorine mixture to stay safe and save money. Or buy any of the additives available. They all kill bacteria while keeping it safe to drink.
  
  
• Clean your containers out. Then, put the big ones where they will go and fill it. The small ones you can fill then store.
  
  
• Even long-term storage has an expiration date. I've heard that it should be refilled around 10 years.
  
  
• Storage location should be kept around room temperature with no big temperature swings and no direct sunlight. Sun helps things to grow inside the water and helps the tank degrade faster. So, a basement is ideal. Inside a closet is next. Do not store outside where there are temperature swings and sunlight unless you take the necessary precautions.
  
  

5. How to use it?
   
   

• You'll need a way of getting the water out of your storage. Smaller containers can use gravity, but you may have to buy a siphon. Larger containers need a pump and somethign to pump them into. Hand pumps are great but the cheap ones are pone to failure.
  
  
• Have some cups and other containers handy to fill from your main reserve.
  
  

6. Emergency water
   
   

• If you have warning before an emergency then you should clean and fill your tub. Those will hold around 100 gallons. Bonus points if you have a Water Bob.
  
  
• You should also fill some containers in the house. Do you have a large pot, food-grade 5-gallon pails or other containers? Fill them just in case!

I know it's solved and the answer is correct, but just throwing it out there that it could have been for an under the sink reverse osmosis system for cleaner drinking water.


https://www.amazon.com/Home-Master-TMHP-HydroPerfection-Undersink/dp/B00N2941N8/ref=mp_s_a_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1542197223&sr=8-9&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=reverse+osmosis+under+sink&dpPl=1&dpID=51kGrTY9-lL&ref=plSrch

The property I live on has well water that isn’t too great, so we use these reusable 5 gallon water jugs. We fill like 7 at a time and pay $.40 per gallon, so it is less wasteful and much cheaper than disposable single use bottles.

Looks like a Moen Positemp to me. Make sure you use genuine Moen parts, not knockoffs. Remove the cartridge, clean up the inside of the valve body, I use a fitting brush, flush the valve out into the tub, I just use the stop tube, apply silicone grease to the rubber seals and O rings on the outside of the cartridge, put it back together and test. If you're getting sand and grit in the valve try using a spindown filter on the water service / well tank line.

https://smile.amazon.com/iSpring-WSP-50-WSP-50-Reusable-Sediment-Filter-50/dp/B072YVNRZN/ref=sr_1_4?crid=14AMBB90O3BN4&keywords=spindown+filter&qid=1574252257&sprefix=spindown%2Caps%2C129&sr=8-4

Why do you need a whole home reverse osmosis system? Why not a 3 chambered home filtration unit like this one?

Express Water Heavy Metal Whole House Water Filter - 3 Stage Home Water Filtration System - Sediment, KDF, Carbon Filters - includes Pressure Gauges, Easy Release, and 1" Inch Connections https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LFMTYBM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_lDkkDbXYD98XM


Then add RO under your sink?

Sink strainer. We use them in the kitchen sink (which otherwise is pretty much just a hole in the sink) to catch food particles from food prep or washing dishes to prevent them from going down into the pipes and potentially causing clogs.

Here's the filtration system- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LFMTYBM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and the spin-down filter- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072YVNRZN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Get a tap Britta filter, when I lived at UP that helped a ton https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000EOOQPW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_aOyHDb3SRBA7J

You can get filters for the water line to the fridge. They look like this.

http://www.amazon.com/Watts-5YR-Filter-Ice-Maker/dp/B000E77I0Y

Pretty easy DIY project, but the nicer filters cost much more.

That was an interesting look through. I usually enjoy M.D. Creekmore's writing. Not all of the specific products picked were the best options in class, but it still gives the general idea and a great starting point for the guy who asked the question. Not everyone will have the $10,000 to drop all at once, but having a decent view of the big picture can help to cherry pick the areas that matter most as they become affordable.

Two area's that could have been expanded on a bit (though I get that he was trying to keep the list simple to follow)... with food, you can get hundreds of pounds of Rice stored for 30ish years pretty inexpensively. Regardless of what other food preps you have I can't see that not being something that everyone should have on hand. You can stretch that 1300 calories a day into a comfortable 2000 pretty easily just by adding that Rice into the mix.

The second was water and water storage. The Water BOB is great for a short term solution and is relatively inexpensive, but having those 55 gallon water drums both provides an initial water supply as well as a place to keep new incoming water stockpiled for times when water from nature might not be available. Unscented Bleach on hand will keep the water from growing anything unfriendly. I know there was a budget to work within here, but water is arguably the most important element to take into account when prepping.

There are a bajillion other little things to nitpick on of course, but it was a fun look at an overview of stuff to go from zero to more well supplied than the majority of Americans if you had the surplus cash to drop. Especially useful for those that have the excess cash but not the time to invest in really learning on the topic like in the case of the guy who wrote in.

15 years here and I still can’t even swallow a glass of tap water. Installed an RO system under my sink with a remineralization stage. The end result is silky soft, slightly alkaline water that is better than bottled waters. Amazon Link

It also has a 1:1 waste ratio which is the highest efficiency on the market, making it eco friendly as well. I have very little plumbing skills and it was not difficult to install at all.

My water is regularly in the 200's ppm and its fine. The extra minerals are good for the plant.

The main reason to buy a filter is if your city is using chlormines to treat their water vs chlorine. Especially if you grow organic. Chlorine can kill the microbes. Which cause issues in teh soil with ph and nute uptake issues. If they use chlormines then get a filter. My WOW guildy who grows recommended this to me that includes a sediment filter. Even though I think your ppm is fine. It can help bring it down as well.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008KL0JG6/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_4?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

I know this is going to sound crazy, but you need a whole house water filter. The small shower filters don't have enough contact time with the water to do anything.

First thing is to find out if your city uses chlorine or chloramines.

Then, if you have the space in your shower get this beast:

Housing

Filter: Chloramine / Chlorine

Not enough space and want to mount on the wall:

Housing

Filter: Chloramine / Chlorine

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Shower hose

Wand

Fittings: Reducers x2 / 1/2" Nipple

It will look a little hood rat and ridiculous but it actually works.

It also seems expensive, but these filters will last a longgg time.

Edit: it will look something like this

Oh, that sounds awful and nasty! Shame on your landlord too as well as the previous tenant.

I've had to get creative with my shower stall drain, because most hair-catching products just weren't satisfactory. I finally went and got a large one of these, took out my drain plate's screws, turned the strainer upside down over it, and forced the screws through the mesh. Works like a charm. (Didn't want to use it right-side up, instead of the drain plate, because it seemed like a stumbling hazard to have a hole in the floor like that.)

Lifestraws are pretty short term. Very low capacity and can't be cleaned to extend their life.

> remove heavy metals

Distillation or reverse osmosis. Maybe some specific chelating agent for specific metals. Not really feasible for most purposes.

> Are there heavy metals in ground water or streams in the central USA

It mostly depends on very local historic industries. The worst of them were superfund sites and have hopefully been cleaned up. But check your area to be safe.

> is there something more I need to prepare for?

Viruses in water aren't that much of a problem in the US. It is more of an issue when untreated human waste is dumped in rivers. So it might be worth worrying about in a major SHTF situation. From my research the most effective way of dealing with them is germicidal UV. Not the little things like a Steripen but the whole house size models. Of course these need good pre-filters because they don't work if the water is cloudy.

For serious long term use I'd consider using Doulton ceramic filter "candles" instead of the Sawyer. They are very popular in the off-grid community. Cleaning them is a lot simpler but gradually wears down the filter.

edit: Lol you can just buy heavy metal water filters on amazon. The "KDF" module appears to do the heavy metals and it uses Copper Zinc Filtration. Wikipedia makes it sound like it is only so-so at doing the job.

This isn't inline but it works great and the filters last a long time: https://www.amazon.com/Berkey-Filter-Ceramic-Filters-Fluoride/dp/B002RZXY5O

There are good 10$ tap filters (2mo/800Gallon)

https://www.amazon.com/Culligan-FM-15RA-Advanced-Replacement-Cartridge/dp/B00006WNMJ/

You really should. Imagine if a hurricane hit you in Philly or if there is a terrorist attack or something.

>What's the best frugal way to do that- get a bunch of gallons?

Save your used plastic or glass bottles of coke/juice/bourbon and fill them with water and put them in a closet.

If you are a water snob like me, this is THE BEST tasting water and is a billion times better than a Brita filter: https://www.amazon.com/Berkey-Filter-Ceramic-Filters-Fluoride/dp/B002RZXY5O

This will filter pretty strage water (like rain water) if it comes down to it.

Good luck! ill answer any follow-up questions you have cause we are best buds

Okay so I know you said under $5 but this is just a few cents over. I hope this can count. It's a garlic masher. Who DOESN'T want one of those?! Keep all the stinky off your hands and get a perfect mince for cooking?! It's like, heaven. I hate chopping garlic.

Also, my father is a huge griller and he swears by perfection with a meat thermometer. Getting the perfect cook every time, keep your family and friends happy :) and only $3.60.

I have a silicone basting brush at home and I LOVE IT. And it's only $2.00.

Some people don't have one of these but I love having it in my sink because it keeps all the nasty food from clogging up my drains. Into the garbage where you belong!

I noticed you had a cocktail shaker on there. Great for people who want shaken, but how about stirred drinks? Do it with something fun!

Also, make the perfect drinks with perfect pours. Jiggers make it easy if you're not an experienced bartender.

I've found some cool things for myself as well! Everyone benefits :)

Why not go with a standard household sediment filter like this? http://www.amazon.com/Culligan-HF-360A-Sediment-Cartridge-Included/dp/B000BQUPZ8/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1462459177&sr=8-6&keywords=culligan+sediment+filter

You can hook up to with with copper FIP fittings, and the filters are available everywhere. Put it after your well pump.

In my opinion, this test wasn't conducted in a fully scientific manner.
Some more opinions:

UVC is generally a pretty good system for sterilizing water, but I have not ever seen a Steripen, and it looks a little weak for the job.

Here is an example of a system for your home with RO and UV


^If ^I ^wanted ^to ^repeat ^the ^experiment ^to ^see ^if ^it ^was ^worth ^buying, ^I ^would ^get ^some ^clear ^water- ^something ^like ^you ^would ^find ^in ^on ^a ^hiking ^trail ^and ^think ^"perhaps ^I ^could ^drink ^that." ^I ^definitely ^wouldn't ^ever ^think ^of ^drinking ^from ^a ^mud ^puddle ^or ^a ^mop ^bucket.

If I were to formulate a hypothesis it would go like this:

Given that I have found some water near a spring or a very clean creek or snow-melt, and it is clear in a small container (about 1 cup), it might be possible that Steri-Pen could kill any bacteria or other contaminants that might be in it. Therefore:

• H 0: There are contaminants in the water.
  
• H 1: There are not contaminants in the water.
  
  I would then test the water on two agar plates. One plate would not have water, one would have water.
  
  If the dish without water becomes contaminated- then I would start over again. If the 'control' agar didn't get any growth, but the water agar did, then I would disregard H 1.
  
  Next step-
  
  I would run the same test with the three agars, or even 6 agar dishes.
  
  
• H 0: The water has contaminants in it.
  
• H 1: The water does not have contaminants in it.
  
• H 2: The water treated with steri-pen has less contaminants in it than the untreated water.
  
  Repeat the analysis of the first experiment, then compare the fully contaminated agar dish with the steri-pen dish. Now you can answer the question of H 2. Does it have less contaminants in it?
  
  Now you need to use your common sense, do you think the Steri-pen treated water is generally reliable enough to use for drinking?
  
  I live in Thailand, the predominant way of making water drinkable is to use a sediment filter, then a charcoal filter, then a very strong UVC lamp on it. In the five years I have been here, the water has not made me sick... some of the vendor food, on the other hand- whoot! Off to the toilet in a hurry.

If their is a way to bypass the filter, you could try installing the following filter on the line to your fridge.

http://www.amazon.com/Watts-5YR-Filter-Ice-Maker/dp/B000E77I0Y

CuZn UC-200 Under Counter Water Filter - 50K Ultra High Capacity - Made in USA https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B000923524/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_yJ2UCb35BDJB3

This is what I have and it's ultra badass. It'll last about 5 years, I bought a 48oz water bottle I use around the house and travel with. Sometimes I'll fill up a gallon container to put in the fridge for chilled water. The water tastes so clean and I haven't bought a bottle of water in years. All you need is literacy and an adjustable wrench.

https://www.amazon.com/PUR-DS1811Z-Ultimate-Water-Dispenser/dp/B07CRSK5KX/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=pur+jug&qid=1555776737&s=gateway&sr=8-4

I have this one, works great. Only annoying when i go to get some and the roommate didn't refill it.

Get one of the ones that is a container that fits in your refrigerator. You manually fill them and the filter cartridges are easily replaceable. It's completely portable.

http://www.amazon.com/Culligan-HF-360A-Sediment-Cartridge-Included/dp/B000BQUPZ8

That has the shutoff and relief valve built in so you can change the filter without a shutoff before and after. Easy to install right after the meter to provide whole house sediment filtering.

You can install another of the same for the feed to a drinking water faucet.

Sediment and activated charcoal filters are available in this size.

Just install one of these in line with the water heater and you never have to clean it.

https://www.amazon.com/Aqua-Pure-AP430SS-Water-System-Protector/dp/B000NKETXQ/ref=pd_nav_hcs_rp_1/136-7545965-6478664?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000NKETXQ&pd_rd_r=3799fd82-0b61-441f-95fe-066e58b1db8f&pd_rd_w=QTrBn&pd_rd_wg=BwWzE&pf_rd_p=f36b641d-85de-4b1f-9cb8-4506b6365a29&pf_rd_r=38S4VRE0KE1B76ZCVD3H&psc=1&refRID=38S4VRE0KE1B76ZCVD3H

Pretty standard faucet water filter.

Can be yours for just $14 with prime shipping.

You look to have really good well water. Low iron is always a plus. I have one of these, works great.

Fleck 5600SXT 48,000 Grain Water Softener Digital SXT Metered Whole House System https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OGN3162/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_oQkuDb0VQ1ATM

Adding a filter before for sediment will help work the softener lasting longer. I have some spin down filters (you just clean the screen and reuse them) and traditional water filters that I change every couple months.

Also have this RO at the kitchen sink. Replacement filters are very reasonable, 2 sets of 3 for around $50 I think.

APEC Top Tier 5-Stage Ultra Safe Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Filter System (ESSENCE ROES-50) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I0ZGOZM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_5SkuDbSZ9M7QN

http://www.amazon.com/Culligan-FM-15A-Level-Faucet-Filter/dp/B00006WNMI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1324416010&sr=8-1

Upfront cost - ~19 dollars

Maintenance cost - ~12 dollars per 200 gallons

http://www.amazon.com/Culligan-FM-15RA-Faucet-Replacement-Cartridge/dp/B00006WNMJ/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1324416010&sr=8-4

Meaning... the filter can provide you with 1,514 individual bottles of water. So unless this water comes out to 18 cents per 24 pack you are NOT saving anything.

It sounds like you need a softener. The fleck ones are popular. A softener would help with the problems you described. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00OGN3162/


You should test again though and confirm.


The first thing you posted is basically 2 big blues but way more money. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0014C3IOS/

Both things you posted are housings. The second one is basically a single housing that has multiple filters where as the first one is 2 housings which would each have a filter each. Most likely 1 particulate, 1 carbon. They would both more or less do the same thing

That being said it sounds like you need the softener not the filter.

I have a Kinetico Sulfurguard system with Fleck water softener. The water softener I bought on Amazon and installed myself which is very easy. Kinetico only sells and services through their dealers. My drinking water is better than the city or county. This is the best setup Ive found.

https://www.kinetico.com/specialty-solutions/sulfur-guard-backwashing-filter/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OGN3162/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_uGqCDbP3RQG4Z

Edit,...the kinetico is a hydrogen peroxide system

Can you at least access the incoming water main, like where a cutoff valve might be? Sometimes in apartments they are in a closet and/or near the water heater.

If so then this would do the trick:

Eddy Electronic Water Descaler - Water Softener Alternative
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003Z96GR4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_URY2Db6QNSSC1

A lot of the homes in my area are on well water. The quality of the water is not necessarily bad, but we do get some sediment (sand) in the water. I used this and it worked great and filters are inexpensive.

We had one installed at our house. Don’t have a water softener but we installed a 3M thing that that treats the water before it gets to your water heater.

Aqua-Pure AP430SS Hot Water System Protector https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NKETXQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6lgwCbQVCQFM2

I'm in the desert so can't say anything to colder climates. Typically they break down due to scale buildup which can be remedied with a descaler, ie something like this at the input line. Like with anything follow the reviews. There should be a unit that works for your climate and the number of people in your house. If you only run one shower at a time then a big tank seems overkill, to me anyway, and some of these units can provide enough for two showers and two sinks at the same time.

However, living in MN definitely drops a wrench in the idea. You may just be better off sticking with a tank.

Thanks man,

I got this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008KL0JG6

It's supposed to filter chlorine, chloramine and heavy metals. I'll give it go for a few days and see how she responds. They also sell an 'upgrade kit' which is an additional RO stage. I'm thinking I might go for it, although I'll have to get creative with the waste water line

I just had a new system installed a week ago. Had really bad chlorine smell. Instantly was gone after these were installed!

iSpring WGB22B 2-Stage 20-Inch Big Blue Whole House Water Filter 1-Inch NPT Carbon

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LBHIW8S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

iSpring WSP-50 WSP-50-Reusable Spin Down Sediment Water Filter-50 Micron, 20 GPM, 1" MNPT + 3/4" FNPT, Brass

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072YVNRZN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

along with 2 pressure gauges

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0087UCJ6I/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The filter I used was a .1 micron filter link

Good to hear, that it'll clear up a more in time. Next beer, I plan to use gelatin because I've see good results. I had the sparkolloid sitting around because I did a wine this summer.

http://amazon.com/Purenex-1M-4PK-1-Micron-Sediment-Cartridge/dp/B000AOL0M8/ref=pd_sim_petsupplies_7?ie=UTF8&refRID=0PHHW0EA6WES77303J53

400 gallon? This one is rated for 20,000 and is only $30 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000E77I0Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Under the counter water filter, but it comes out of the cold water faucet, and you can install it, yourself. Much bigger than it looks in the picture, but much smaller than similar filters.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000923524/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

What about this bad boy with a UV filter stage?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N2941N8

51% Of Households Own Two Consoles on Average


iSpring RCC7AK-UV 7-Stage Residential Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Water Filter System w/ Alkaline Remineralization Filter and UV Sterilizer - WQA Gold Seal Certified, 75 GPD

Priorities?

Actually, it might be close. I'm basing my estimate off those 5-gallon water bottles, like this. Those buckets are also roughly the size of 5-gallon construction buckets, like this.

My very rough estimate would be around 4-5 gallons, which is 33-41 lbs.

The one I was able to find was kinda pricey, why not use something like this?

http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B000NKETXQ/

http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00115USHS/

Slap this baby on your water heater's cold water intake and replace the filter every 6 months and you'll never repeat those three words again.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/iSpring-RCC7AK-UV-Under-Sink-Filtration-Remineralization/dp/B006T3HYQ0

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Add something like this in the water line going to the fridge: https://www.amazon.com/Watts-Capacity-refrigerator-Chlorine-Sediment/dp/B000E77I0Y/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=fridge+ice+maker+filter&qid=1564084519&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Combine with cleaning the ice maker really well, even just a wipe down, and it'll help tremendously.

Like some others have mentioned. Start by getting a quality water test or simply look at your water utility's published annual report for a close guesstimate. Most utilities are required to publish annual reports covering all the major analytes. Including heavy metals. This will allow you to select appropriate filter media.

For example, my water supplier treats the water using heavy amounts of chloramines and leaves behind lots of sediment deposits which causes extremely hard water (calcium and magnesium). So we have a water softener, sediment filter, and carbon block for the whole house.

As far as filter housings go, your best option with the most flexibility would be to pickup some "Big Blue Filters". These are standard 20" x 4.5" housings with a plethora of filter mediums available.

Stay away from companies and brands that sell proprietary systems.

Keep in mind whole house filters do not reduce TDS (Total Dissolved Solids). Whole house systems are good at stripping out the big stuff. For example my washer has less build up on the gasket, clothes are softer, dishes no longer have dried deposits on them.

I would highly suggest a point of use Reverse Osmosis system for drinking water (even if you do whole house filtration) for the most bang for your buck (will remove lead and many other common chemical contaminants).

We’re on Melbourne city water here in Melbourne Beach but thankfully haven’t had the stinky water problem the folks on the mainland have. We do use a Pur water filter thing that lives in our fridge because our fridge doesn’t have a cold water dispenser (just an ice maker) - like this one https://www.amazon.com/PUR-DS1811Z-Ultimate-Water-Dispenser/dp/B07CRSK5KX/ref=sr_1_7. It does make the water taste a bit better. I will say also that having moved here from Palm Bay within the past year, we liked Palm Bay city water way, way better than Melbourne city water.

>isn't much to do besides replace them

At the source filtration.

I never said to repeal it. Repealing it would be bad. I don't support Trump or Obama. Also, I don't believe those filters completely filter out the lead. At best it's 99.x%, but that's from a really nice filter. What kind of filters did they get? Also, they are still showering in the water. What do you have to say about that? Did they also give everyone shower filters?

I found the first filter crappy that they offer: https://www.amazon.com/Brita-Basic-Faucet-Filter-System/dp/B000EOOQPW/?ie=UTF8&qid=1498673099&sr=8-3&keywords=brita+saff-100

This one is much better that they offer: https://www.amazon.com/PUR-3-Stage-Advanced-7-7-Inch-3-2-Inch/dp/B0009CEKY6/?ie=UTF8&qid=1498673366&sr=8-1&keywords=pur+faucet+mount+fm-3700b

And they offer this too, which I think would be needed: https://www.amazon.com/ZeroWater-Cup-Dispenser-Meter-ZD-018/dp/B003QXM3U8/?ie=UTF8&qid=1498673456&sr=8-1&keywords=ZeroWater+23-Cup+Dispenser+ZD-018

I actually did speak with our town water department, allegedly new wells should be going online in about 6 months, but in the meantime, it is just painful to deal with the smell. I was wondering if it would be possible to take a filter like this (hhttps://www.amazon.com/Culligan-HF-360A-Standard-Housing-Filtration/dp/B000BQUPZ8) ,
but instead of the carbon filter, put in some slow release chlorine tablets like these https://www.amazon.com/CLOROX-Pool-Spa-22005CLXW-Chlorinating/dp/B00PZZFBUO/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Chlorine+Tablets&qid=1551383674&s=gateway&sr=8-3) so that I am not massively shocking my water to the point where it is dangerous to drink.

I already have one of the filters mentioned before fitted with a carbon filter, but could easily put in another one either before or after the existing one. All of my piping in that part of the house is PEX, and I have all the tools to work with PEX, so another filter would be easy to install, and available at the local hardware store for about $50. I figure I could put in a total of about $100 if all I need is chlorine tablets and a filter housing, along with some chlorine test strips to make sure I am not over-chlorinating.

Any idea if my idea would work, or are the tablets too imprecise to be safe for drinking water?

I use the Big Berkey with charcoal filters. My main concern was lead. However, it may not help with the situation described in the letter. I at least hope it does remove nearly all heavy metals, though.

I'm using one of these http://www.amazon.com/Purenex-1M-4PK-1-Micron-Sediment-Cartridge/dp/B000AOL0M8

I have the whole set-up, bump, filter, and container. It worked fine, but there is still noticeable amounts of dead yeast settlement

This is a better deal, as shipping is free:
Augason Farms 55 gallon kit

I use a hydrologic Small Boy with a special activated carbon filter. It's supposed to remove most chlorine and chloramine.

I was wondering about using a filter. Choosing a random one, it costs $12.67, and needs replacement after 200 gallons. I have no clue how much it reduces lead, or if it'll even bring Flint's lead levels down to safe levels.

Filtration cost per gallon is $0.06495, including the cost of the water per gallon.

Another one has a per-gallon cost of $0.03487.

I was under the impression that water filters were expensive, but surprisingly per-gallon they're not. Obviously I'm taking the cost of the replacement filters rather than the full kits themselves. Per gallon cost is just a little bit more taking into account the initial spend to buy the kit.

I was just gonna do a 5 gal bucket for the plant and drill a hole for the net cup. Not sure what you're looking at on Amazon but my first result was for this:

https://www.amazon.com/Gallon-Reusable-Polycarbonate-Water-Bottle/dp/B000U7Z0IU

For $22. Gonna shop around though.

Except a $14 Brita filter does filter out lead.

Did you not know that, and just made the claim anyway? Or did you know that, and just purposely misrepresented it?

This is only $200, can be installed by anyone, and will stop calcium and lime from depositing on your pipes or appliances. It won't help with rust but that doesn't look to be a problem for OP.