How long does it last, and when do I replace it? When it comes to water filter life, it’s all about volume and contaminants: more water or more contaminants - the shorter the lifetime; less water or less contaminants - the longer the lifetime. In Arizona the water is bad, so the lifetime of the filter is shorter. However, volume is also important. A family of 6 will typically need to replace the filter more often (say every 3-6 months); whereas, a household with 1-2 will replace less often (perhaps once per year or less often). And here’s a little hint: that little light that quietly tells you that it’s time for a filter change; well, it’s nothing more than a timer (typically 6 months). It comes on automatically. It has nothing to do with the filter. Not in need of a filter change – just reset the timer.
A widow in her late 70’s come into the store to buy a filter replacement. She was living on a limited income but was replacing her filter every 3 months. At $50.00 a pop that was no small change for her. I explained water filters to her, took the new filter out of her hand, and told her to save the money but come back and see me in 6 months or so. She was extremely grateful. Maybe it’s old school, but I believe in doing right by people. The rest will take care of itself. She took my card and called me later to say thanks and to find out how to reset the filter light. I bet I know where she goes to buy her next filter.
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