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at risk . Of course , there is also the probability that the system will be deemed unusable by a building inspector . If this happens , the premises must be vacated until such time that the installation has been corrected and approved by the authorities ,” Van Zyl says .
An IOPSA-registered plumber will also only use quality materials that have been tested by trained professionals to ensure that they are fit-for-purpose . These tests also affirm that the materials used in the installation do not contain any harmful substances that could leach into the drinking water and , therefore , contaminate it .
Notably , IOPSA members are also trained to properly maintain these systems .
They know how to change dirty filters , which allow chemicals and heavy metals to enter drinking water .
Cold spores also grow on moist and warm filters that are not cleaned or replaced when advised to do so by the manufacturer of the system . Exposure to this mould can make residents ill , which includes allergic reactions .
Clogs can also occur in the aerator when sediments accumulate in a filter , preventing water from coming out of the tap . This will result in an increase in the water pressure in the pipe and fixture . If the water pressure rises to a very high level , it could cause a pipe to burst which can also result in further damage to property .
IOPSA-registered plumbers will also inspect the filters for bacterial plaques . They know which treatments to use to dissolve the buildup of sediments in the aerator and filter , as well as how to disinfect a filter . Older systems may even have to be replaced entirely .
“ There are many other reasons for installing water purification and filtration , other than concerns about the quality of water in the country . Environmentally conscious consumers may no longer want to buy bottled water because of the contribution it makes towards the plastic footprint . It is estimated that about 1 million plastic bottles are sold worldwide every minute . Less than half of these bottles are recycled properly and , therefore , end up in our oceans . Some consumers are also motivated by the cost savings that they will realise by no longer having to buy bottled water because they now have a supply of highquality water on tap . Less soap is also required to bath and clean dishes and clothes because a water filtration system acts as water softener . Hard water contains minerals that prevent the ionic action of soap , reducing its ability to clean . Moreover , washing your clothes with water that contains less sediment , chemicals and minerals will preserve them for longer . However , whatever the reason for deciding to use water filtration , reduce your risk by consulting known experts in the field . IOPSA provides the quickest route to a qualified plumber !” Van Zyl concludes . PA
“… because they now have a supply of high-quality water on tap .”