The frequency of your filter changes will vary based on the type of filter installed, the amount of water you use, the quality of the water, and the number of filters in operation.
Most filters are designed to achieve at least 1 year of full time use if water quality is reasonable. If you are only travelling sporadically and using water of a decent quality, you could even achieve 18 months from a single carbon filter.
However — we always suggest changing out filters before the 2 year mark as the risk of bacterial growth inside the cannister increases over time.
If you are using heavily sedimented water or raw water from a natural source, the lifespan of water filters can be significantly reduced. In these situations, it often helps to have one or two sediment filters in place before the water reaches the more expensive carbon filters.
The sediment filters are much cheaper than carbon filters and will protect your carbon filter from clogging up prematurely.
Ceramic filters are also useful for raw water as they can remove most forms of bacteria. They can also be cleaned many times, so you can use them for several months.
However, it’s important to note that most ceramic filters contain carbon which will reach maximum capacity well before the ceramic outer shell fails.
If your flow rate slows down or you notice bad taste/odours in your water, it’s usually a good sign that your filters need to be replaced.
Contact us to learn more.