I tested a Berkey... and can’t believe what I found

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We put a Berkey water filter system to the test using a certified third party laboratory. We tested two different samples of water: 1) municipally treated city water, and 2) untreated pond water. In this video, Brian goes over the test results data in detail and discusses an anomaly that was found.
‼*Correction* Two contaminants were actually reduced by more than what is mentioned in the video (apologies for any confusion):
- Sulfate was reduced by 90%
- Iron was reduced by 70%
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0:00 I tested a Berkey... and can’t believe what I found
0:36 How We Tested
2:07 Our Sampling Process
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4:52 Pond Water Test Results
5:29 Conclusions
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@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

‼**Correction** Two contaminants were actually reduced by more than what is mentioned in the video (apologies for any confusion): - Sulfate was reduced by 90% - Iron was reduced by 70%

@totalizm Жыл бұрын

I need to buy ONLY gravitation water filter system. But i am dissapointed of this Berkey System. You are not first person which show us that it isn't well Product. So help me to choose the right one, please. And i need much water, like in Berkey systems....

@MichaelMerritt Жыл бұрын

@@totalizmcheckout alexapure. Very similar, cheaper and better filters supposedly.

@totalizm Жыл бұрын

@@MichaelMerritt thanks! I hope youv'e right because it is disgusting, that so many companies, famous in USA lying us.

@MichaelMerritt Жыл бұрын

@@totalizm Yeah, after more research I came to the conclusion that none of these large single stage carbon filters are going to compare to a decent multi stage filter like zero water or apec RO systems. There's class action lawsuits against berkey and they lie that the filters will last 5000 gallons. Yet they only test up to 200 gallons. And filtering harmful contaminates dramatically drop off after just 50 gallons.

@totalizm Жыл бұрын

@@MichaelMerritt thank you for your answer! So now i have a problem - i wanted to buy in the future something like that, but now i am disappointed. And truly i am not convinced, whether this like zero is so good. Because we need some minerals, and not pure distilled water to drink. Anyway, thank you.

@silverclouds3725 Жыл бұрын

These types of evaluations are what keep manufacturers honest!!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

We're doing out best! Just keep in mind our test is limited in scope and is neither comprehensive nor conclusive. Still super interesting data however!

@Zandra747 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! it's disgusting that we now need to test and scrutinise everything we eat and drink.

@Zandra747 Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru ♥️👍

@jgren4048 Жыл бұрын

@@Zandra747 you should go back to the library and lookup what they used to put in foods so that the fda had to be setup

@Zandra747 Жыл бұрын

@@jgren4048 I have been researching everything since the late 90s,and the contents of the vaccines.♥️👍

@thekycoffeebean Жыл бұрын

We used to sell the Berkey but when they moved their call center to India and started the not so good business practices we drop them. Another thing is to keep in mind their certification is over a decade old , or it was when we sold them. Thanks for your time in doing this kind of research.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Berkey systems are not actually certified by any of the certification bodies (NSF, WQA, IAPMO) - they only have third party testing data, but no official certification.

@thekycoffeebean Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru Correct , and it is old.

@TomSelleck777 Жыл бұрын

Ok so Ive been using Berkey's for many years now and have always thought them to be pretty good. Is there something better that can be recommended? Plus their pricing has gone way up. From $107 to now about $175.

@thekycoffeebean Жыл бұрын

@@TomSelleck777 Everyone's prices have gone up , we are no exception. I think there were some filters listed in the video`s description.

@rockstarofredondo Жыл бұрын

@@TomSelleck777 I thought they were around $300 now. I paid $99 back in day.

@henrycathy Жыл бұрын

I had my Berkey water here in Kentucky from local tapwater (fluoridated and chlorinated) tested by Simple Lab, a seperate test for the tap water and Berkey water. I am using two black filters and two white PF2 filters (four years of use, aprox. 1600 gallons, and two PF2 filters, aprox. 180 gallons through them) and NO aluminum or fluoride or chlorine was detected in the Berkey water. Overall Tap Score was 94 for the Berkey water.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for sharing, this is super helpful! As we mentioned, the PF2 filters we used for our test may well have been defective. We will be testing again with a different set of filters to see if we get similar results or not. Really appreciate you sharing your test results!

@leewilson4686 Жыл бұрын

No. You should replicate the test to see if you get the aluminum every time with those, or if it’s a problem at the lab. One test is insufficient.

@rickw5024 6 ай бұрын

@@waterfilterguru have you done the retest? what were the results?

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

@@rickw5024 in the works!

@puissancemultimedia 6 ай бұрын

video soon ?@@waterfilterguru

@lovely-mk4rt 7 ай бұрын

Clean water matters. A LOT! Thank you for doing these tests and posting the results. Much appreciated

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

Agreed 💯 thanka for watching and for your comment

@micheledigenova2202 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for putting this filter to the test. The low 50% reduction of fluoride was a shocker. And the filter adds aluminum to the water? OMG! A leaching filter? Forget it! Good job Water Filter Guru!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you found the video helpful

@Bigberkeywaterfilters Жыл бұрын

As for the higher aluminum, it should be repeated that this is aluminum oxide (alumina) and not aluminum as waterfilterguru did mention. The lab tests do not distinguish between the 2 forms and it is commonly accepted that alumina (used in the Berkey PF-2) is inert and not absorbed by the body like aluminum would be. So, this is a critically important distinguishing chemical trait that should be made clear. Also, from experience we know that alumina wash-out from the PF-2's is always high in the first system batches of use. It's why folks will see a cloudy dust wash-out when priming the filters in their sink. So, if these test were performed in that early life of the PF-2 filters (it is mentioned they are new filters), then this would be the explanation for the high levels of alumina that is being washed out. This is why the non-distinguishing aluminum levels read high in the lab test.

@sandyp2485 Жыл бұрын

@@Bigberkeywaterfilters Interesting information. I had no idea there were many forms of aluminum.

@jacksson9391 Жыл бұрын

I have a berkey and I like it but I think I will also be getting a water distillery.

@robertdillon9989 Жыл бұрын

@@Bigberkeywaterfiltersthey ran 50 fills through the system before obtaining samples for testing.

@begoodbebetterbeblessedix3766 Жыл бұрын

I used to work at a water treatment purification company moons ago. Nice job sir on getting to the bottom of safe water...or not so good n safe. As for a bit of humor, I was told by my boss (president of co) that if you spell out Evian backwards, that is who you are when buying their water and what the company thinks of you.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Always better to filter your own water!

@Jennifer-gr7hn 3 ай бұрын

I thought of that years ago!hahaha...I never struggled with being ..naive :)

@eyeOOsee 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for doing this video! From the time Berkey came out, I've always heard that the fluoride filters use aluminum to remove the fluoride, and it is suggested you use the fluoride filter before you use the black filter. However, the the system hooks up the fluoride filter last! I think it is a design flaw. They should redesign the filters so you can pre filter fluoride first. Thanks again for posting this video! 👍👍👍

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Stay tuned for Berkey test round 2! Finishing it up now, tested with a different set of PF2 fluoride filters

@mariobross-ff2bd Жыл бұрын

I just discovered your Chanel. It’s great that someone take time for this really important issue

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, I'm glad you've found the videos helpful! Stay tuned for more!

@gdiana8357 Жыл бұрын

keep up the good work! i was shocked to find out, not long time ago, how littleeee info and research, or content is out there regrading such an important, basic and essential subject. water is life and we need to stop wasting those two

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thanks Gina and you are exactly right! You can check out our blog too where we publish tons of info about water quality waterfilterguru.com/blog/

@gdiana8357 Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru lol I was bit confused but now realize you must have just found me a new nickname

@badweetabix Жыл бұрын

@gdiana (aka Gina ;) The trick is to understand that companies that make a superior product love to brag about it and are very willing to backup their claims. While those who are trying to hoodwink people do not or cannot backup their claims.

@kathleenrutherford733 Жыл бұрын

The earth has the same amount of water God created since the beginning Just do you know. All the water we were given God created a beautiful system What goes up comes back down it's a cycle God has taken care of it Now I will say all the X's across our beautiful skies are filling the air, water, dirt and us with the poisonous chemicals they are spraying us with all in the name of "climate control" Insanity at it's finest

@jamesgeis 9 ай бұрын

I used to have the Berkey fluoride filters, but they are literally just canisters of aluminum particles which bind with fluoride, and you could taste the aluminum in the water. It has a sweet taste, like an artificial sweetener. Berkey says you are supposed to run a bunch of water through the filters to avoid this, but I got rid of the fluoride filters and just use the black ones now.

@waterfilterguru 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@karissakline6765 7 ай бұрын

We just got the Berkey and had the fluoride filters too…primed them numerous times and still had that sweet taste. Just ended up removing them and now the water is smooth and tastes amazing compared to the over chlorinated tap!

@johnthree1611 7 ай бұрын

Yea, I stopped using Berkey after my white filters were leaving a pile of white powder at the bottom of the barrel.

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

@@johnthree1611 I'd hazard a guess that is the activated alumina media

@johnthree1611 7 ай бұрын

@@waterfilterguru , Yea, after watching your video, I am a believer that the aluminum was saturating my filtered water heavily, and I used a Berkey for ten years. I switched to reverse osmosis, the RO was reading around 5-10 ppm, while the Berkey was around 315 ppm, and tap water around 310ppm.

@PJAndersson733 11 ай бұрын

Wow. This was so good to see. I’ve been using a Berkey for 2 years and started having issues with UTIs and kidney infections that started out of the blue. After analyzing everything that could be contributed to this the only thing that could be causing was my Berkey. I stopped using it and the problem went away.

@jesseruiz708 11 ай бұрын

Were u using the PF2 filter also or just 1 " Jes-Se- Out-&-Into- The- Real " " Jes-Se- R- U- I- Z 👁" " Jesse Ruiz "

@waterfilterguru 11 ай бұрын

Glad to hear the problem went away. What system do you use to filter your water now?

@jesseruiz708 11 ай бұрын

@@waterfilterguru I didn't c what u said would replace PF2 like u said on video? " Jes-Se- Out-&-Into- The- Real " " Jes-Se- R- U- I- Z 👁" " Jesse Ruiz "

@waterfilterguru 11 ай бұрын

@@jesseruiz708 Sorry, I'm not sure what you mean. Are you asking what I would recommend to use instead of the PF2 filters to reduce fluoride in water?

@jesseruiz708 11 ай бұрын

@@waterfilterguru yes without the alumi " Jes-Se- Out-&-Into- The- Real " " Jes-Se- R- U- I- Z 👁" " Jesse Ruiz "

@neilaleksandrov2655 Жыл бұрын

Great Job! Appreciate the info on the PF 2 filters... this is a great example of limitations of Berkey filtration system... kind of crazy considering the very expensive prices on them

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your comment

@wideawaketotruth5301 Жыл бұрын

The psychological effect concerning expense is known by manufacturers. Therfore they use it too their advantage.

@chefwellness Жыл бұрын

Thank you for pointing this out about the fluoride filters I feel so angry right now . My whole family drinks water from the Berkey system.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Sure thing - keep in mind this was a limited test, and I'm not sure if it was just a bad batch of filters we got. We'll need to re-test with a completely new set to see if we get a similar result of aluminum leaching.

@pietersleght6905 Жыл бұрын

are you on a well?

@Gooliejibson Жыл бұрын

Me too and they are so expensive! I've bought 2 for my children aswell, what a rip off

@LC-Coast Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you didn't run the filters with water long enough

@pashalu Жыл бұрын

This was a great review-I think I'll just have to remove my fluoride filters for the time being, if they are doing much to reduce fluoride and if they are leaching aluminum back into the water... And then start the quest for a better water filtration or neutralization system.

@mikechasejohnson 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. Answers so many things I've wondered about, but didn't realize we could test. I really like the testing process being explained, brings a lot of understanding and validity to the results.

@waterfilterguru 9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful, thanks for watching! We're currently working on a project to test a completely different set of PF2 fluoride filters to see if we get similar results or not

@Michael-xr5yx Жыл бұрын

This was awesome. Crazy there's so little third information like this on Berkey and similar filters online. Would love to see similar tests for the Doulton brand filter elements (another stick style filter element for use in gravity systems).

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Hey Michael thanks for watching and for your comment! Keep in mind, as is mentioned in the video, this was just one test and the PF2 filter we used may have been defective. We'll be re-testing with a different set of PF2 filters to see if we get similar results or not. We have not yet tested the Doulton brand, but we've received a few requests to do so. We have them on the list!

@noeldeal8087 11 ай бұрын

Thank you SO much for your efforts in this regard. I too am shocked there is no other info on Berkley...

@glendapostigo2559 8 ай бұрын

@@waterfilterguru yes please, we want British Berkefeld tested

@the_luminary 7 ай бұрын

@@waterfilterguru Any updates???

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

@@the_luminary currently testing a different set of Berkey PF2 fluoride filters! Video coming soon

@kathleenrutherford733 Жыл бұрын

Thank You for taking the time to do this. I am extremely grateful for your time, video, and knowledge. Awesome

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for your feedback

@QuaabQueb Жыл бұрын

Interesting video, would love to see a series on the reverse osmosis type "under the sink" style filters. There are many on the market that come with a series of different filters, as well as re-mineralizing post filters. My concern has always been the quality of filters and if they are actually doing more harm than good.

@debbiekerr3989 Жыл бұрын

That would be a video I would like to see.

@k33k33 Жыл бұрын

Me too

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

We have a few RO system testing projects in the works currently!

@DG-uh8uv Жыл бұрын

One of the things about reverse osmosis filters is the amount of water wasted in the purification process. In places that have drought issues I t’s really not a good idea. Something like a Berkey filter is better. Bottled water facilities waste the same percentage of water but in massive quantities and that’s also an issue.

@SaiyaDad9000 Жыл бұрын

@@DG-uh8uv it’s not really wasted. It goes down the drain which goes back to the water supply.

@charleeghee7195 8 ай бұрын

Really appreciate videos like this one. I'd love to see you test the Alexapure water filter. Keep doing what you're doing. You rock! 😁

@waterfilterguru 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback 😃 Alexapure testing project is currently in the works!! Make sure you're subscribed so you get notified when we upload that video www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Alexapure video is up! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/grunrdNenNe6Zpc.html

@justicewokeisutterbs8641 Жыл бұрын

Late to the party here. I know nothing about this subject but am always up for learning something new. Also I'm encouraged to see a young person who is into practical science. We need as many as we can get. 😎👍

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel!

@AydaWalsh Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! Keep it up! Our waters are so important for our health and I appreciate all the work you are doing!!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks for your comment, I couldn't agree more 👌

@vince7735 Жыл бұрын

We're still living longer than our predecessors even with all the "contaminants."

@4000angels 7 ай бұрын

This was an outstanding video. Thank you. Please keep it up.

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Stay tuned for the follow-up. We're currently working on re-testing with a different set of PF2 fluoride filters

@kristinb5121 11 ай бұрын

Helpful content, well presented. Thank you!

@waterfilterguru 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@keh-dalia809 Жыл бұрын

This is crazy! Been using a Berkey for a while here in Colorado, I personally feel that the black filters are making the water taste way better, but it's good to know all this.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

The Black filters performed really well. It makes sense they are improving the taste of the water, as they are good at reducing contaminants that affect aesthetics like chlorine

@keh-dalia809 Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru Ooff... and the chlorine amount where I'm at was just unbearable, it literally would smell like pool water some days, yuck! But I can tell you, the floride levels in Colorado are noting compared to Portland Oregon city water, it's "as if" they're trying to kill people's brain health, and I'd always opt to fill big glass jugs with the reverse osmosis machines at the store instead. The levels there are sickening.

@wondering_stars_in_oz8462 Жыл бұрын

I just bought a berkley and i was telling my partner the water is better. It's almost like the texture of the water is better. I got the berkley because i wanted to filter fluride as well as the metals and it was reasonably priced compared to the others marketed to do the same thing. It's disappointing if it's not as effective as stated but it's better than nothing which is what i had before.

@Jacob_Overby Жыл бұрын

@@keh-dalia809 YO I THOUGHT I WAS CRAZY WITH THE AMOUNTS THEY USE. Every time I took a shower with that water, you NEED lotion or else. Thankfully the climate helps with that but man its insane. Feels like you're swimming in a pool and drinking it at the same time lol. But if you live on the coast, the water there is much softer and doesn't smell like a pool

@vicamaral 11 ай бұрын

@@keh-dalia809 Alcoa aluminum is responsible for this, they don't pay for aluminum disposal right to the rivers. protect your Pinal gland, Nazis used fluoride slow amnesia .i use proPur 9 inches filters.

@MariaVazquez-du3st Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you are doing lab tests on water filters- THANKS!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

More to come!

@GiffysChannel 7 ай бұрын

I saw another video a while back testing the berkey. They also found highly elevated aluminum levels when using the fluoride filters. I've been using just the black filters ever since.

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

We are currently in the process of re-testing with a different set of PF2 fluoride filters to see if we get similar results or not - stay tuned!

@puissancemultimedia 6 ай бұрын

we are lost@@waterfilterguru

@UpnaWhirlwind 10 ай бұрын

Pro One filters were recommended to replace the Berkey black filters on another channel because they fit. Testing them can be helpful to Berkey owners. Thanks for this info. My new black filters are definitely not the same quality as the original.

@waterfilterguru 10 ай бұрын

We'll be testing a ProOne soon! Working on the project now. We'll be testing the filters in the ProOne unit, not in a Berkey however. We'll have to verify compatibility - great idea for another project!

@raayaadato8238 10 ай бұрын

@@waterfilterguru waiting for the ProOne testing. Thank you!

@tammycrawford1221 6 ай бұрын

Most of us will be using the pro one ceramic filters in our Berkeys

@mattprater8828 5 ай бұрын

Pro one released their own lab data, which is why I went with them

@waterfilterguru 5 ай бұрын

ProOne test published! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a85oat1j16eaf5s.html

@troubleshooter166 Жыл бұрын

Agree testing Alexapure would be nice to see. Also home distillers should be pretty clean except for contaminates found on collection containers -- at least in theory. Appreciate your work

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Yep, got Alexapure and ProOne gravity fed systems on the list! You're right about distillers, there are also some VOCs that can vaporize which won't be removed by distillation either. Some distillers have a final activated carbon filter the water runs through to remove these though

@ski007jim Жыл бұрын

I have alexapure as well. Wonder if its the same

@juudaime34 Жыл бұрын

Also wondering about the alexapure, I subscribed to see the results

@cmott3328 Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru Looking forward to Alexapure test video.

@mahi198724 Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Vid on the Alexa pure and other comparable Amazon filters

@deschile575 Жыл бұрын

Great video, I have been using a Berkey for years, and I will be getting my water tested now. Also just subscribed, thanks for making this.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Would love to hear about your test results when you get them back, if you'd like to share!

@realtimeprivacy5085 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for this. Keep up the good work!

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Stay tuned for the Berley test round 2, currently in the works!

@sparktoolife 9 ай бұрын

Great video Brian, Thank You! 🙏

@waterfilterguru 9 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@aaronj08ar Жыл бұрын

Would be interested in a test on the 'Katadyn Pocket Water Filter'. Great work with your content. Short, simple to understand, and no fluff. Keep it up!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Great suggestion! I do want to do a series to performance test a few of the outdoor/ backcountry/ emergency preparedness filters. Thanks for your comment and kind words and feedback - this is exactly what we strive for, so I'm glad it's working!

@shutthegate8232 Жыл бұрын

Good idea, a test of a few of those smaller portable ones. Yes please.

@InvaderTroy Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru definitely include sawyer filters on the list if you do this!

@l.v.i.bushcraftandsurvival6692 Жыл бұрын

The Katadyn Pocket filter has been my go-to for years. I am the guy who first suggested the float to keep the hose from sucking up muck to Katadyn decades ago. I am still on my original filter which I believe is 34 years old now. There are a lot of backcountry filters, but in my opinion the Katadyn pocket filter is still the best.

@brazilian-lady9175 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this information. A lots of people just buy filters but they never test the water before and after.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! We've got many more similar projects in the pipeline

@allencole9523 7 ай бұрын

I just wanted to say thank you very much for the info. Appreciate it.

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and the feedback!

@copper2walcott Жыл бұрын

great content. helpful, clear, and thorough!!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

@sidneymcgavic9437 Жыл бұрын

After finding info about the aluminum issue from other sources as well, I decided not to set my new Berkey system up. I had purchased an inline filter system for refrigerator with fluoride filtration. I was hopeful you could test it out in a future video. It’s the Woder filtration system. Thanks so much and keep up the good work!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for the comment and request. We'll check out the Woder online filter

@Dirtybay80 7 ай бұрын

Yes a best inline water filter for refrigerator is what we need a review on. This is how most people drink water at home @@waterfilterguru

@janemorgan5477 2 ай бұрын

Would you please test the GoPure pods? Happy to pay for it. Can’t get it done in NZ

@AdmiralPreparedness Жыл бұрын

I bought a Big Burkey a few years ago as part of my emergency water filtration plan. I have never used it yet and now plan to use it in conjunction with my other emergency water filtration means currently at the ready in the event we are without clean, uncontaminated drinking water. Thank you for testing Burkey filters.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

You're welcome, glad to be of help! As our limited test results show, the black Berkey filters should be a solid choice to use for emergency prep

@stupidusedrnames Жыл бұрын

I've been using a Berkey for 10 yrs and it does a great job taking out the iron. Also add red food coloring to a gallon or 2 of water and run it through top chamber . It comes out crystal clear.

@blockaderunner Жыл бұрын

@@stupidusedrnames I will use up my last flouride filters, then I'm chuckin this thang to tha heap.

@backyardrebel2149 Жыл бұрын

@@blockaderunner why? the basic black filters still work and would be helpful to have if you ever have to get your water from a pond or river, etc.

@waterfilterguru 8 ай бұрын

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@Magdalena-ow7gy 7 ай бұрын

This is a great video, thorough. Thank you

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and for your feedback. Stay tuned for test results 2.0, currently testing at the lab!

@ziggy33399 Жыл бұрын

Wow. I’ve used these fluoride filters many years. Will go to your links now. Thank you 🙏🏽

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

@ziggy33399 Жыл бұрын

So NOW what to do?

@chefevilee9377 Жыл бұрын

I love the contact to this lab. My family and I have just recently purchased property in the middle of the Ocala national forest Florida, They have quite a few artisanal springs around where you can get your water, but I would really like to test it through a lab to see if it is good. I bought one of those little water meters for day-to-day stuff but a good girl lab testing would be nice.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Check out Tap Score bit.ly/3OPs0Vd hands down the best

@someonewhoknows1891 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your test!

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Stay tuned for Berkey test 2.0 where we are testing a completely different set of PF2 filters to see if we get similar results or not

@dimitristsagdis7340 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic work, tnx for sharing

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@OCCopywritersVideo 6 ай бұрын

We’ll done! Interesting and useful. Keep ‘em coming! 😊

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Thank you! Have you seen the Alexapure video yet? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/grunrdNenNe6Zpc.html

@angelarasmussen1800 Жыл бұрын

I've been concerned about this. Thank you fire your time and effort inform us.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Glad to help, thanks for your comment!

@AngelArsFoundation Жыл бұрын

One test from one person is just that. Others have had much different results (zero aluminum) from the Berkley. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o8h3qNhqsbHDiHU.html. Get a water distiller if you're really concerned.

@johnnyhp.2601 Жыл бұрын

Cool project-nicely done!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@ninjarider443 Жыл бұрын

excellent review - need more like this - great work!! I think these water filter companies need to back up their claims with certifications, they can claim anything they want in their marketing strategies to make sales. 3,000 gallons, the most they ever tested was 300 gallons for everything and 1100 gallons for just lead, but who knows what the filter will do at 3000 gallons. I switched to proOne a few days ago and yep, they have an NSF certification just for parts/materials but NOT for the claims on what they filter (i fell for the marketing they were NSF certified but didn't realize there is more then just one NSF certification) and now putting in water at 6ppm comes out at 186ppm and have no clue as to what this filter is leeching into my families drinking water so feel ripped off yet again from another water filter company.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for watching and for your comment. Glad to hear the video was helpful. Keep in mind a TDS reading alone does not indicate if water is healthy or not - as it does not provide any specific information about the substances that make up the reading. That being said, I can see why you would be alarmed after testing like this.

@waterfilterguru 5 ай бұрын

ProOne test published! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a85oat1j16eaf5s.html

@Blossomwindsinthenight 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for testing the Berkey! I would love to see the AquaTru filters tested!!

@waterfilterguru 11 ай бұрын

Already tested, working on the video now! Stay tuned 😬

@waterfilterguru 11 ай бұрын

AquaTru test is live! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hNuSgr1-2dCaaJs.html

@curiouscat3384 Жыл бұрын

Thank you - FINALLY! I've been searching for an independent lab test review on Berkey for years! I don't trust the claims of manufacturers and the users of Berkey always sing it's praises but they are basing that on taste, clarity and color. So I hesitated to buy one and now I'm sure not to because fluoride and aluminum are at the top of my list of concerns! And of course your test makes me suspicious of their other claims too. So 3 years ago I just quit using municipal water and collect rainwater that I only filter for roof sediment. Alive and kickin' :)

@sodbuster330 Жыл бұрын

berkey is in court with multi million dollar lawsuit over its filters in texas! berkey lied about its filtration!!!!!!

@curiouscat3384 Жыл бұрын

@@sodbuster330 Interesting. I'll have to see if I can find that and follow them

@MrSmith-uk8hq Жыл бұрын

I stopped using mine once i realised limescale after boiling the water, bought a distiller then add minerals after.

@bennyblanco2523 Жыл бұрын

@@MrSmith-uk8hq that's what I do, works perfectly for me. 😊👍

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Just a heads up, the rainwater can easily become contaminated once it touches the surface it falls on before your collection vessel (roof, etc.). There could be all sorts of contaminants it picks up including chemicals from the shingles, bacteria from bird droppings, and even PFAs. It might be a good idea to test it!

@THEGLASSMANSWORLD Жыл бұрын

I love that you're testing these!!! We All Need Clean Drinking Water! "Water Is Life... Every Drop Counts!"

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment - I couldn't agree more. Water is the essence of life!

@THEGLASSMANSWORLD Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru I make glass water drop necklaces and gift them to Water Protectors to thank them for protecting Creator's Water. The work you're doing here helps to keep our water supply safe and drinkable. I'd love to gift you!

@litestreamer 7 ай бұрын

An issue w/ gravity filters is the top chamber rarely is filled so the top parts of the black filters are not fully utilized. Dr Ealy also tested the Berkey and concluded the issue was in the fluoride filters; the charcoal filters in general worked better w/o them tho issue of fluoride is not addressed. His theory is that the lower chamber water has the fluoride filters sitting it in an d possibly recontaminating the water. I've heard Aqua Pure filters scored higher than Berkey - you could try those to compare.

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

Great info, thanks for sharing! This is indeed one issue with these gravity-fed stainless steel systems. The media in the bottom part of the filters in the upper chamber gets much more use than the top part. We are actually seeing some interesting data in a new test that has to do exactly with this. Stay tuned for those results! And thanks for the suggestion about Aqua Pure, I'll put it on our list for consideration for a future project

@mondavou9408 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the test.

@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. Did you see the retest?

@jasoncopeland1013 Жыл бұрын

Ahhh the Berkey. Nice to finally see some test results.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! Thanks for the comment Jason

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

@@graveseeker I'm referencing the test results from our independent lab test we conducted and I discussed in this video we're commenting on.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

@@graveseeker The intention of this video is not to dissuade folks from buying Berkey at all. On the contrary, Berkey systems are one of our top recommended products (just not for fluoride removal anymore). The goal of this project was to see how Berkey filters performed compared to the contaminant removal claims - and for the most part it overperformed! Check out the part of the video where I compare our limited test results to Berkey's claims... the Black Berkey elements actually performed better in our test, removing a higher % of many contaminants than they say it will: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d7yKoL2oud7SfZc.html

@mi2maui Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru So it seems like there's no point in buying the flouride filters? Darn, I really don't want fluoride in our water. Thanks for the research.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

@@mi2maui I'd recommend checking out a countertop RO system - these will be your best bet to get rid of fluoride. I like the AquaTru (bit.ly/3CPw2Io) or this new RKIN U1 system bit.ly/3GCRRMi) is also really cool, it heating + cooling features, remineralization, etc. but a bit on the pricey side

@katnip198 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing this. Amazing! I kept thinking to buy a Berkey but never did.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! The black filters actually performed really well

@CTahoe1 9 ай бұрын

@@waterfilterguruwhat would be your best recommendations for someone that never purchased the Berkey what system to use? If someone owns a Berkey already and you stated the black filters are good just not the white ones then they should just keep their Berkey and the black filters and buy different white fluoride filters not use Berkey correct? I was always on the fence on the Berkey too many questions and too many KZfaq videos with frustrated customers so I would love to know what water system would be best for someone renting an apartment currently? Thank you so much!

@waterfilterguru 9 ай бұрын

@@CTahoe1 It depends. There is no 'one size fits all' solution. It all depends on what contaminants are in the source water being filtered. What type of water are you trying to filter Have you had it tested? Do you know what contaminants you are dealing with? You can also check out this article to see our top picks for the best water filters for apartment use! waterfilterguru.com/best-water-filter-for-apartment/

@thymeparzival Жыл бұрын

Video Summary: The video describes a test conducted on Berkey water filters using samples from two locations in Colorado. Their goal was to objectively test the filters and not back up Berkey's contaminant removal claims. They used Simple Lab's product, TapScore, for third-party lab testing. The results showed that the filters had an issue with the PF2 fluoride filters, and the actual fluoride reduction rate fell far short of the claims made by Berkey. The Black Berkey filters were good at removing heavy metals, disinfection byproducts, and bacteria, but a couple of heavy metals were not reduced by as much as they were expecting. The video provides limited information about Berkey's filter capacity and lifespan, and they need to conduct further testing to verify Berkey's performance and filter lifespan claims.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thats it!

@NateB Жыл бұрын

Pin this!

@Manhandle730 Жыл бұрын

Yeah I watched the video as well.

@XMissCupCakejeee 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for this:)

@BELINC7 7 ай бұрын

So what did your tests show?

@TogetherAsOne1111 6 ай бұрын

I had a feeling by just looking at the system that it probably didn’t work that great but wow! Thanks!

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

The Black Berkey filters actually performed really well. Please see the test results starting at 4:00 and check out the pinned comment :) The issue was with the PF2 fluoride filters only. We're currently in the process of re-testing a different set of PF2 filters, so stay tuned for those results!

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Our Berkey Re-Test video is live! Check it out here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z7d8ZrCUu5iUiYE.html

@crashaze Жыл бұрын

This is awesome! I wasn't even thinking of water filters but this video is spot on, to the point, not click baity, just, great info. I usually don't like and subscribe this quick. Makes me want to test my water now.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed! we're actually giving away a few Tap Score water tests at the end of the month! You can enter here waterfilterguru.com/giveaway/

@whiterabbit3464 Жыл бұрын

I just bought a Clearly Filtered water pitcher based off your tests, so thanks a bunch!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it! I love my CF pitcher - out of all the filters in our home, that's the one we use most :)

@angelofamillionyears4599 Жыл бұрын

Can you taste the difference in the water with CF? Thanks

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

@@angelofamillionyears4599 Yes for sure, especially if your water has high levels of contaminants that affects aesthetics like chlorine

@gumphs 6 ай бұрын

I've used a Berkey for years. Now I have found extremely high levels of aluminum in my blood. Not sure how it is going to pan out but it seems that Berkey is the only source for exposure that makes sense in my case. Keep you posted but also, THANK YOU FOR DOING THIS RESARCH!

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Stay tuned for our Berkey test 2.0 video which is coming soon. We are re-testing with a different set of PF2 fluoride filters to see if we get similar results or not

@yas-lina-world 5 ай бұрын

Could be form your deodorant as well

@shaktirising3854 5 ай бұрын

What?! how is that measured?... (i have it to, and i dont have a berkey yet). I have nasty drinking water though.

@MattDonaldsonLive 4 ай бұрын

Are you using the additional pf2 filters or just the black standard?

@shaktirising3854 4 ай бұрын

It can come from multiple sources. Deodorant,water and your pans for instance.

@AG-sd9lt Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! We totally had heavy metal poisoning after using the Berkey - and that happened in the most vunerable time, when we couldn't leave the house for clean water after an oral surgery! We are STILL recovering 1 year later! Imagine - an already weakened immune system attacked even further - all because we expected the water to be CLEANER AFTER the Berkey - absolutely despicable!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@acharyajamesoermannspeaker6563 9 ай бұрын

That's super terrible.

@SarahBoon555 7 ай бұрын

What were the symptoms of the heavy metal poisoning? I’m wondering if that’s what I’m experiencing . What do you use for your water now?

@wonderfaller 7 ай бұрын

What you say doesn't make sense, unless you lived in a country with running water not suitable to drink. No running water has an amount of heavy metals too big to cause poisoning. Your affirmation sounds bogus!. Are you part of EPA?.

@AG-sd9lt 7 ай бұрын

@@wonderfaller Wow, way to gaslight someone's serious health issues. Did you even WATCH the video? Are you a troll? In any case - it's been reported time and time again that the Flouride filters leak heavy metals. btdubs - I never said "running water" was the problem (although.... our unfiltered tap water does cause black mold to appear, but we figure it's due to the century old pipes that almost never get serviced - we're moving out thank god and we think the landlord needs to sell the property to a tear-down developer). I literally said "We... had heavy metal poisoning after using the Berkey". Apparently somebody doesn't have reading comprehension and logic skills to put two and two together that exist in one sentence - and instead jumps to conclusions. TL;DR - Berkey Flouride filters leak heavy metals.

@claudiahansen4938 Жыл бұрын

We have used Droughtmaster's Traveler atmospheric water generator since 2016. Although it costs over $700, we like the quality of the pure water it makes from the air. Temps have to be over 60F and humidity over 65% for it to run. It filters both using ultraviolet and also a Brita filter into the six liter reservoir. We measured the total dissolved solids as being extremely low. Comes from Granite Shoals, Texas.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for sharing. Love that technology and would like to get one to try out and test too

@honeytranful Жыл бұрын

I wonder how the zero water filter will do under these tests. Loved the video! so informative

@SuperEddietv Жыл бұрын

It will do well for a week and a half for 1 person.

@ElmoUnk1953 Жыл бұрын

Extremely well done and very interesting.

@claudiamiller7730 Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Would love to see Zero water system rated!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

ZeroWater will be tested in an upcoming project soon!

@francegamble1 Жыл бұрын

I came here for this. I use a zero large container filter. I have to put my water through a Brita before the Zero to make the zero last longer, but everything going into me comes from the zero filter. I have an autoimmune disease, and we did a blind test to see which filter I can handle (I throw up tap water and some bottled waters). So, this would be interesting to see.

@Xorrcx 6 ай бұрын

Thank you, very helpful information! Will you do an other test after one years?

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Re-test is currently in the works ;)

@raycecil4643 6 ай бұрын

We are on well water here in rural KY, and I have a system of filters. Two large house filters that filter sand and sediment. The first is a filter that looks like a spool of yarn. The second one in line is a carbon filter. Then we put it through the Berky.

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing about your setup! When. Was the last time you had your well water tested by a certified lab?

@raycecil4643 6 ай бұрын

@@waterfilterguru About two months ago. We only tested for total coliform though. I shock the well once a year to be safe. We let the chlorine sit a few hours, then run a garden hose from the house back into the well and let is circulate. OPen all the faucets until we smell the chlorine. Then we let it sit for a couple more hours before doing a full flush. I'll open one faucet at a time and let it run off and on until I smell no more chlorine.

@kenteno822 Жыл бұрын

I suggest check : Zero Water. If not already done.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and suggestion, we've got it on the list!

@thetruckingoodlife4225 Жыл бұрын

Hey there, would love to see you test the Geyser Aragon filter and also the Omnipure Fluoride Filter. It also uses alumina to reduce fluoride. Cheers

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Great suggestion! I'll add those to the list. Make sure you're subscribed so you get notified when we upload a video: www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1

@cjfazio3012 8 ай бұрын

Glad to run across your video👍🏻

@waterfilterguru 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! We're currently in the process of conducting a re-test... make sure you're subscribed so you get notified when we upload those results www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1

@douglasryan1023 6 ай бұрын

I hope you are aware of the industrial connection between aluminum and fluoride good job I'm glad see it

@MichaelScott71 Жыл бұрын

Id love to see results from testing the Clearly Filtered water pitcher. Especially how well it removes flouride.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

This one is coming soon!

@_A_G_1 Жыл бұрын

i'd like to see clearly filtered testing as well!

@_A_G_1 Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru waiting on that one 😄

@noeldeal8087 11 ай бұрын

@@waterfilterguru Any remedy for the high aluminium? We use Pure water filters at the tap, then use the Berkey. Okay, I admit I also distill some of the Berkley water, lol. Most of the family uses the Berkley water.

@waterfilterguru 11 ай бұрын

@@noeldeal8087 Keep in mind, as is mentioned in the video, this was just one test and the PF2 filter we used may have been defective. We'll be re-testing with a different set of PF2 filters to see if we get similar results or not. That being said, to completely avoid the potential issue, don't use the PF2 filters. The Black Filters performed really well

@kricketcooper5024 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for doing this. I am also interested in seeing what you think about the Tyent water filters. They are supposed to remove the fluoride and increase the alkalinity of the water. Seeing how much aluminum they added here has made me very concerned about all of those people who are counting on this cleaning their water and I’m wondering if you have done any testing of more of those filters to see if it was a fluke or if they are actually not testing them properly at Berkey?

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

We'll look into Tyent, thanks for the suggestion. Keep in mind, as is mentioned in the video, this was just one test and the PF2 filter we used may have been defective. We will be retesting with a different set of PF2 filters

@szoya5365 Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru and would be relevant to test without PF2, maybe there won't be much of a difference...

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

@@szoya5365 We did test without the PF2 filters for the pond water portion of the test 1:50 and see the results at 4:52

@deewelsh6320 7 ай бұрын

I'd love for you to test the Nikken Waterfall unit, their PiMag Sport bottle, and their Showerhead. I do use all of them and am an Independent Consultant for their products. Thank you for this testing...I just found your channel and this test!

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

I'll put them on the list for future project! Thanks for the request

@foxslayer321 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for this information

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@ToriLynnH Жыл бұрын

I would love to see you test the Propur ceramic filter due to florid removal capabilities...

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Happy to report it's on the list already! Super excited for this project

@dreyalyn Жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing this! Do you plan to test the Berkey again after 1,500 or 3,000 gallons have run through? This seems to be the info everyone is looking for!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Yes we do! This is in the works. Make sure you're subscribed so you get a notification when we upload that video (it will be a separate video) www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1

@Robert-Beaty Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru Great! I'm glad to see someone is doing this : ) Make it sure it's one of NMC's 2nd or 3rd gen "hologram" verified authentic filters, or they'll claim your results are invalid.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

@@Robert-Beaty Yep, made sure to buy the authentic filters from one of the main distributors!

@Robert-Beaty Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru Great!

@josephprevails Жыл бұрын

Good

@notintohandles Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the good work.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and the comment!

@belindalvmusic 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for doing this video ❤

@waterfilterguru 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Stay tuned, currently working on an update after testing a different set of PF2 fluoride filters

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Our Berkey Re-Test video is live! Check it out here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z7d8ZrCUu5iUiYE.html

@stephaniecain2491 Жыл бұрын

I would like to see you test the Gopure pods. I think that would be interesting.🤔 Thank you for doing what you do.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Great suggestion! I'd actually not heard of these... this will be a good one!

@asakim6717 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Would love to see the rest for Zero Water if possible.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thanks - ZeroWater test coming soon!

@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын

ZeroWater lab test video is published! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i8pkaMupqKy1qYE.html

@jenniferbailey2214 6 ай бұрын

Very well presented

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@c.salinas6143 8 ай бұрын

I have an Atla under sink system...formerly known as Aqualiv. I would love to see a test done on these

@waterfilterguru 8 ай бұрын

Great! Thanks for your suggestion, we'll add it to the list to look into

@iplantseeds4639 Жыл бұрын

Thank you I just found your channel. This is a good topic because we all need to know about the real things in our water since we are all water in this meat temple I would love to see the testing for WaterBoss And aqua Cena also the comparison of RO water. What’s really in that? Much appreciated. Looking forward to your ongoing experiments.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful! Thanks for your suggestions

@HotHumblePie 7 ай бұрын

Cyclopure looks incredibly promising! Removes 100% PFAS from water. I purchase the one small cartridge for use with Brita water jug, and anxiously awaiting the whole house filter to be released.

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

Would love to hear your feedback about it!

@Jennifer-gr7hn 3 ай бұрын

Can't win 'em al. Why? What removes PFAS may not filter out other harmful crap.

@elizabethhaines6299 9 ай бұрын

Great video, very informative. I'd love to hear what you think about ProOne ceramic water filters. I saw a video that these can be used as replacement filters for Berkey. Not only are they ceramic, but they also filter out fluoride.

@waterfilterguru 9 ай бұрын

We're currently in the processes of testing ProOne :) Make sure you're subscribed so you get notified when we upload the video with the test results! www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1

@tangobayus 8 ай бұрын

I had a ProOne. There was more stuff in the water after filtering. Get a TDS meter.

@waterfilterguru 5 ай бұрын

ProOne test published! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a85oat1j16eaf5s.html

@Sozo_inc 8 ай бұрын

Hey Brian what would you recommend to make hard water soft and is boiling hard water actually remove those hard minerals. Also other than a wholeard water system is there a countertop version and under sink. I need to soften for hair washing and bathing

@waterfilterguru 8 ай бұрын

For hard water, your best bet is an ion exchange water softener installed at the water point of entry to the home. Check out this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i5yknNd53sycoqc.html. Boiling does not remove hardness minerals, but rather makes them more concentrated in the water that remains as some turns to vapor and boils off. There are no point of use solutions for softening hard water. Your best bet is a point of entry ion exchange system, which will address the hardness before it reaches all of your faucets and protect your plumbing and water based appliances.

@sharihephzibah3814 Жыл бұрын

I'm so happy to have found your channel! We used a Berkey for many years and were happy with it, although we never had the water tested. We switched to under-sink Aquasanas which we've been happy with: We love the convenience. But the other day one of them suddenly started spraying water; luckily we were home at the time, heard it immediately, and were able to switch it off within a minute or two. Otherwise it would have been a disaster. I see online that this happens sometimes with various brands. Considering the damage that would have been done if we hadn't been home, we're considering removing our other two under-sink filters. Do you have any information about this--how often this happens--and is there any way to protect against it? The one that broke was in use for less than two years.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Hey Shari, thanks for the comment! So happy to found our channel and videos useful, great to hear! Leaking is always a risk with under-sink systems. It's hard for me to say one way or another, but the leak could be caused by a number of different things: - Damaged or worn-out O-rings: O-rings are rubber seals that prevent water from leaking around the filter. If the O-ring is damaged or worn out, it can cause leaks. You should always check the O-rings when replacing the filters, and consider replacing them as well. - Cracked filter housings: Over time, the filter housing may crack due to wear and tear or accidental damage. - High water pressure: If the water pressure is too high, it can cause the filter housing to crack, burst or leak. To protect against leaks, you can: 1. Regularly inspect the filter for any signs of damage, cracks or wear and replace worn-out parts. 2. Use a water pressure regulator to prevent high water pressure. 3. Hire a professional plumber to make sure the system is installed correctly.

@sharihephzibah3814 Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru Thank you so much!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

@@sharihephzibah3814 Happy to help

@alaskaboomer6143 Жыл бұрын

The black berkey is the first filter we tried. Seemed to work great but Alaska water clogged it pretty fast. Can't be cleaned that I know of so we tried the spun ceramic candles with charcoal cores. These last about a year using well water and do a great job. They get cleaned about once per week. They make a big difference in the taste and smell of the water (our wells go through lots of coal seams). I'd be curious about the test numbers for a Sterasyl type filter.

@nygrl6102 Жыл бұрын

Black filters can be cleaned by scrubbing the surface with a green scrubby.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the request, I've add the sterasyl candles to our list to get tested. As NY Grl mentioned, the black Berkey filters elements can be cleaned with a scouring pad!

@eileengabellini6935 3 ай бұрын

Have you tested Berkefeld Filters?

@YH7R 10 ай бұрын

Great content first of all thank you, because you didn't have to share this info, and secondly as a berkey owner myself for couple years my family and I use it daily also use the shower fluoride filters , as the man of the house my responsibility is to protect and give my family quality all around ,with that being said did you do a follow up test on these fluoride filters for aluminum thanks in advance

@waterfilterguru 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! We have not yet retested

@robertvines4504 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the well-done video Filter Guru. Are there any filters that do a good job removing aluminum that will fit in the Berkey? This news is a bummer, because I have been using a Big Berkey for at least two years a now I wonder about some of my health issues. Thanks.

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

Reverse osmosis is your best best if you have aluminum contamination in your source water that you need to address. Learn more here: waterfilterguru.com/how-to-remove-aluminum-from-water/

@Smokey_da_Bear Жыл бұрын

I have had my Berkey for years and use it to filter running water from a seasonal creek on my property. I have been using the filtered water all those years and am here to write about it. My only issue with the black filters is that the plastic stems that protrude through the top half and are secured by plastic nuts and tend to wear after a few rounds of filter maintenance and get stripped to the point where they no longer tighten enough for the rubber gaskets to prevent unfiltered water from the top half leaking into the bottom half. My fix is to use teflon tape as one would on any typical plumbing connection. The stand-up black filters should not be able to be wiggled when in place or there will be leakage of unfiltered water into the bottom reservoir. The fix on Berkey's part would be to make these connections out of stainless steel, but that would dramatically raise the cost of the units. Thank you for your efforts.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for your comment, and great input! That's why it's also always a good idea to do the red dye test after installing new filters, just to make sure there aren't any leaks! Love the workaround

@richardhenry1969 Жыл бұрын

Really liked this. Makes you wonder if Berkeley had a one off or was this because their quality is slipping? I would like to see small filters tested like Sawyer and lifestraw what is really the best. I really liked your suggestion for my family traveling to Ohio, thanks again

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment, and glad you found the video helpful. It is a good question - we'll have to re-test with a new set of filters. I'll make sure to get both the Sawyer MINI and Lifestraw added to our outdoor/ emergency prep filters test lineup!

@vince7735 Жыл бұрын

Nothing is perfect. Even bottled water tastes funny to me after drinking Berkey water for almost two years.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

@@vince7735 Bottled water can have contaminants too! We're currently working on a bottled water testing project, should be quite interesting

@rtc9 3 ай бұрын

You are freaking awesome. Real tests? This is great. Are there any water filters that do not have plastic in their housing or construction???

@waterfilterguru 3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Unfortunately I'm not aware of any water filters that have 0 plastic - there is always some plastic component. These stainless steel units come pretty close, but there's always a plastic component to the filter element/ cartridge

@citadel9611 7 ай бұрын

I did a simple test on the Alexapure water filter using a water tester. I found that compared to tap water, the filtered water had almost the exact same reading on my tester.

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

If by 'tester' you are referring to a TDS meter, then this is not surprising. The Alexapure is not capable of reducing TDS. Check out this video to learn all about TDS meters and what they can and cannot measure: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r66ml7yIvc-6qn0.html

@citadel9611 7 ай бұрын

@@waterfilterguru , will do, thanks.

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Alexapure video is up! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/grunrdNenNe6Zpc.html

@chocolate7810 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your video! Iwas just checking into water filters and would love it if you would also test an Alexapure Pro Stainless Steel Water Filtration System-5000 gallon Capacity. Appreciate what your doing!!

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Great suggestion! We'll get it added to the list

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Alexapure video is up! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/grunrdNenNe6Zpc.html

@furkids4ever Жыл бұрын

Yup - would like to see you test an Alexa Pro Pure. When I contacted them after the East Palestine wreck they replied (they didn't know) but Berkley did not reply to me nor another who uses their product. Alexa did send me a link to what they do test for. I give them an "A" for customer service. Berkey gets an "F"

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

We will be testing an Alexapure Pro very soon. Thanks for the request!

@furkids4ever Жыл бұрын

@@waterfilterguru THANK YOU VERY MUCH! 👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰

@alyosha1974 Жыл бұрын

I wonder if Alexapure filters will fit into Berkey's? Anyone know?

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Alexapure video is up! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/grunrdNenNe6Zpc.html

@thejerkofalltrades3862 6 ай бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you water dude.

@waterfilterguru 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and your feedback!

@joewoodard2513 7 ай бұрын

Can you do a test on the Katadyn Pocket water filter and possibly do a top 5 best filters for personal use?

@waterfilterguru 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for your request and suggestions! I'll add the Katadyn pocket to our list of systems to investigate and include in a future project. Really appreciate your feedback and request for a roundup video of the best filters, great idea

@MrAdadonny Жыл бұрын

I would love to see ProOne filters tested as they are a ceramic filter and many buy them for gravity filtration backups.

@philippaclarke3735 Жыл бұрын

Are these the updated name for ProPur? I have the ProPur but cannot find replacement filters.

@bladerunner1680 Жыл бұрын

You can blow ceramic filters out with compressed air, put filter in a bag of water, keep psi low & Increase as you go. You will be amazed.

@waterfilterguru Жыл бұрын

Yes Propur rebranded to ProOne. We will be testing one in an upcoming project soon!

@rolfjackson790 8 ай бұрын

Very informative and non-bias. I work for Doulton and would love for you guys to independently test our British Berkefeld Ultra Sterasyl or Ultra Fluoride gravity filter elements, please just reach out and I will have some samples sent. Keep up the great work!

@waterfilterguru 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and for your comment! We've had quite a few requests to test your Doulton filters - would love to at some point! Can you shoot us an email to info@waterfilterguru.com and we can take the conversation from there?

@colindaysh640 6 ай бұрын

I have the Doulton ultra sterasyl filters and would be very interested in a review.