Distillers; Pre Purchase List of Considerations

Items to consider when purchasing a distiller

• Test your water for impurities. A distiller might not be the best treatment alternative.
• How much distilled water does your household need? (per day, per year)
• What type of distillers will fit into your needs?
• How easy is the distiller to clean and/or repair?
• What type of convenience level should a distiller offer? (manual or automatic operation)
• What will you do with the by-products of distillers — waste water, waste heat, old ACF cartridges?
• Is it designed to remove VOCs? Some distillers are designed to remove VOCs but many are not.
• What is the cost of maintenance?
• Purchase price does not directly indicate a distiller’s performance. A moderately priced unit might work as well as expensive units.
• Don’t buy more equipment than you need.
• Choose a reputable dealer — Get guarantees in writing and read them thoroughly.
• Beware of advertising that is too good to be true.
• Equipment should carry UL and NSF or AWQA approval.