Clearwater Vs. home ro/di

[aerius007]

I just went to Clearwater and switched out 10 5g jugs of water and the cost was $38. Its the Ultra pure version of their stuff and super good quality, no question about it. However it is a bit of a pain making the trip and not very cheap. I have been kicking around the idea of making my own water here and while its an initial investment it would be nice to have the water right here when I need it.

After the initial cost there is also the cost of filter replacement. Any thoughts about which is the better route?

Thanks, Zach.

 

[Tonycip]

I never want to lug 5gal water jugs around, and in the cold forget about it . check this site out. http://myworld.ebay.com.au/h2osplash&ssPageName=STRK:MEFSX:SELLERID .
thats were I got mine. Thanks for stoping by,It was nice to meet you. and enjoy the angle.

 

[markviiisvt4]

I've got one for sale right now for $50, even if you have to put new filters in it it would still be paid for in 2 trips. No tto mention gas to get the bottled stuff and the times savings.

 

[Aadler]

airwaterice.com lasts for a good while... and for $200 as long as your tap water isnt total crap... I would think you would have it paid off by the time you first replace the filters at that price! Always 0-1 tds until the filters start to go, then it will creep up to 0-4ppm :c).

 

[Jasonf08]

I have been doing the same lugging of water for the last 3 years. I just bought my filter from this place. http://www.purelyh2o.com/product.php?productid=16201&cat=249&page=1

I made about 35 gallons last week and it was so easy. I dont have much room for storing water, but making your own is so worth it. My new ro/di is making water at 0 TDS and the distilled water i have been buyin gor years tested at 3 TDS.

 

[ChickenCannoneer]

Second on the airwaterice.com they are great and we actually have two of their units that do an awesome job! HTH, Tim

 

[Pescado Amigo]

A gallon of R/O cost around $ .06-.10 to make at home. Couple that with the convienence and it is a no brainer. The cost of filter replacement is nominal. Carbon and string prefilters are relatively cheap and only need replacing after a few thousand gallons of product water. (You'll get more life if you buy good carbon filters). The R/O membrane will last a couple of years in most instances. They run around $40-50 for a 75-100 GPD unit. If you can spare the two bills for a good R/O Di, You'll be very happy you made the purchase.

pedro

 

[bennyd]

I have a 55 gallon water barrel that I use for this purpose, my local clearwater store fills it for me, and it only cost me $12 for 55 gallons... The best water they have...

I just use a water pump and a hose to pump the water wherever it needs to go...

 

[itZme]

You guys happen to check the TDS of the purchased water? I'm sure if it started out at 0ppm then transferred to the tanks on the truck and pumped to your tanks it will probably be a bit higher. Most people try to keep their output water very close to zero TDS. If it gets much higher then it's time to get your DI resin replaced/refilled.

It seems like it would pay for itself easily to get your own RO/DI system. I have a 40 gpd Spectrapure system I could live without that has new filters and good membrane for $100 if anyone wants it at the meeting Friday.

-- Kevin

 

[boozerell]

Get an RO/DI unit, you won't regret it. I lugged water, and it's no fun! I've still been getting salt water, but finally have a spot to mix my own....just in time for the snow. My water reads 0 on the TDS meter. I look at it as, a little investment compared to everything else in this hobby.

 

[aerius007]

Thanks for the advice, I think sometime in the near future I will start making my own ro/di water.