For decades, bottled water has been marketed as the “cleaner” or “safer” option. But is it really the best choice for your health, or your wallet? More importantly, how does it compare to investing in a home water purification system like Carico’s?
The truth may surprise you. While bottled water may seem convenient, the hidden costs add up quickly; financially, environmentally, and even in terms of quality. Let’s break it down.
The Real Cost of Bottled Water:
A single bottle of water may only cost between $1 and $2, but multiply that over weeks, months, and years, and the numbers tell a very different story.
- Daily Habit Costs: If a family of four drinks just three bottles of water per person daily, that’s 12 bottles a day. At $1.50 each, you’re spending $18 a day, or more than $6,500 a year.
- Environmental Costs: According to the Container Recycling Institute, 86% of plastic water bottles in the U.S. never get recycled. Instead, they end up in landfills or as pollution in oceans, breaking down into harmful microplastics.
- Convenience Costs: Running out of bottled water, carrying heavy packs from the store, and finding storage space in your home is anything but convenient.
And here’s the kicker: studies have found that 25–45% of bottled water is tap water in disguise, sometimes filtered, sometimes not.
The Smart Alternative: Home Water Filtration Systems:
Now, let’s compare bottled water with a home water purification system. With a one-time investment in Carico’s Whole-House Water Purification + Point of Use drinking water system, you get:
- Unlimited Purified Water right from your tap; clean and fresh every time.
- Cost Efficiency: A Carico system typically pays for itself within the first 2 to 3 years compared to the ongoing cost of bottled water. And since Carico’s systems last 15 to 20 years with proper maintenance, the savings are undeniable.
- Superior Quality: Carico’s technology removes a wide range of contaminants that bottled water companies often fail to disclose, including chlorine, fluoride, nitrates, heavy metals, bacteria, viruses, and even microplastics.
- Peace of Mind: You control the source. No mystery. No hidden bottling process. Just clean, safe water for your family.
Bottled Water vs. Carico Filtration: A Side-by-Side Look:
Factor | Bottled Water | Carico Water Filtration |
Annual Cost (Family of 4) | $6,500+ | Less than $1 per day (after system investment) |
Quality Transparency | Often undisclosed; sometimes tap water | NSF-certified, proven removal of 99.9% contaminants |
Convenience | Buy, carry, store bottles | Clean water instantly at home |
Environmental Impact | Millions of tons of plastic waste yearly | Zero plastic waste; eco-friendly |
Lifespan | One-time use | 15 to 20 years with professional servicing |
Why Carico Is the Smarter Investment:
Carico’s systems are not just filters; they are engineered solutions for whole-house protection and healthier living.
- Whole-House System: Protects your showers, laundry, and plumbing from chlorine, heavy metals, and scale buildup, and your appliances will thank you.
- Shower System: Protects your skin and hair.
- NutriTech Point of Use Water System: Provides pure, safe drinking water at your tap. 99.9% free from harmful contaminants, with fresher taste and peace of mind.
- Long-Term Savings: By eliminating the recurring purchase of bottled water, families save thousands every single year.
The Bottom Line:
Bottled water may seem cheap and convenient, but in the long run, it drains your wallet and harms the planet. Carico’s water purification systems are the smarter, healthier, and more sustainable choice.
Invest once. Benefit daily:
If you’re ready to stop wasting money on bottled water and start enjoying pure water right from your tap, Carico has the solution. Contact your Carico sales representative, call us at 1-800-830-1020, or email pr********@****co.com today to learn more and schedule your free consultation.
