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How to Choose the Best Water Filtration System for New York Drinking Water

Water in New York is rumored to be the best in the country and has been described as the champagne of drinking water. But is the pride that New Yorkers have for their water quality justified? Is it true? And is NYC water quality so high that there is no need to buy a water filtration system for your home? Is New York Drinking Water the Best Tap Water in the World? Certainly, claiming that NYC drinking water quality is the best worldwide would be a huge overstatement. But is it safe to drink NYC tap water? The short answer is yes, but not for a long period of time. It should be mentioned that NYC water was awarded the best tasting water in the state in 2018. The New York State Tap Water Taste Test competition judged 30 contestants to establish the highest quality water supplier, and NYC came ...

Plastic Particles in Bottled Water

A considerable number of studies have confirmed the harmful effects of plastic bottles and plastic particles found in bottled water (so-called microplastics) on the environment. Every minute, more than a million plastic bottles are used in the world. Despite the growing threat, there are still very few recycling initiatives. The more garbage there is on the planet, the more harmful the environment we live in, the air we breathe and the water we drink will be. An irresponsible attitude toward microplastics and plastic in bottled water can lead to the cluttering of the ecosystem, clogging of waterways, and also have a negative impact on wildlife. But the evil influence of plastic is not limited to damage to the planet. Several assumptions and hypotheses claim that contact of different types of plastic with water leads to the ingress of carcinogenic compounds that can adversely affect human health. Study Finds Microplastics in ...

How to Choose Home Water Filtration System

There is nothing more trivial than drinking tap water. We do it every day, unaware of how dangerous it could potentially be. More than 2.000 chemicals are found in tap water in the United States, with only 5% of them being safe. One way to ensure one’s health and safety is to install a water filter. But there are so many types of water filters out there! How can you choose the one that fits your budget, home, and lifestyle the best? Have no fear, help has arrived. As well all know, it’s easy to go to the store and buy the first, the most appealing filter you see. However, there is a high chance it won’t properly filter out the exact chemicals that appear in your tap water and will leave you exposed to the diseases lurking inside. Do you actually want to play the game of chance and ...

Being Pregnant and Staying Hydrated: How Much Water Should I Drink While Pregnant?

Water supports your body’s vital processes. For that reason, drinking clean, fresh water is essential to having a safe pregnancy and a healthy baby. In this article, we will provide you with a tool to calculate your daily water intake based on your body weight and other factors. We will discuss: The importance of drinking water during pregnancy How much water you should drink during your pregnancy? Symptoms of dehydration during pregnancy The health benefits of drinking more water during pregnancy Causes of dehydration during pregnancy Tips to help you stay hydrated The general recommendation by medical experts is that expecting mothers should drink about ten eight-ounce glasses of water or other beverages each day. Women need more water to keep their bodies’ vital systems running during pregnancy. Plain water is ideal, but milk, juice, coffee, and tea all contain plenty of water and count toward your fluid intake. Calorie-rich ...

All You Need to Know About Shungite Water and Its Benefits

Russians have known about the extraordinary properties of shungite water for centuries, but the benefits of shungite water are now becoming known to the rest of world. In this post, we will answer the following questions. What is shungite stone? Where does it come from? What are fullerenes? How is shungite water made? What are the health benefits of shungite water? What is shungite? Shungite stone is named after a village in Russia called Shunga. Geologists have identified it as a form of carbon but have otherwise struggled to define its molecular structure. It doesn’t display any signs of crystallization like other naturally occurring forms of carbon such as graphite or diamond. Shungite stone was first discovered in the Russian Republic of Karelia in the eighteenth century. A large deposit is located at Zazhoginskoye, a field located approximately two kilometers away from Lake Onega. There are two types of shungite. ...

Distilled vs. Filtered Water

Drinking water is an important part of daily life, but the amount of choice can be overwhelming. Distilled and filtered water are some of the purest options available but choosing between them can be complicated. Budget and health concerns both factor into these two options for safe drinking water. This article covers the following: What is distilled water? What is filtered water? The difference between distilled and filtered water Is filtered water the same as distilled water? Distilled water vs. filtered water drinking The effects of distilled water The effects of filtered water What are other differences between distilled and filtered water? Can I drink distilled water every day? Distilled vs. filtered water Let’s jump right in! What is distilled water? Alexander of Aphrodisia was one of the first to desalinate ocean water using distillation all the way back in 200 AD. Double distillation guarantees the highest level of purity, ...

How much water should you drink to lose weight?

When it comes to weight loss, there are many misconceptions and myths about the best practices to ensure success. The most frequently repeated idea is that drinking water can help with weight loss. We often hear these questions about water and weight loss: Can you lose weight by drinking water? How much water should you drink a day by weight? Is lemon water good for weight loss? How many liters of water should you drink a day to lose weight? How much water should you drink in a day? Although there are a variety of matters surrounding water and weight loss, the main answer is that proper water intake can aid in weight loss. Those on a weight loss journey can appreciate the simplicity of increased water intake in aiding weight loss. By determining the proper amount of water intake for your body type and being persistent with water consumption ...

Dangers of Drinking Alkaline Water

Many voices, especially in the bottled water industry, hail alkaline water as the next big thing. Tracking down information about the benefits of alkaline water isn’t hard – but that’s not what we’re here to discuss. Instead, we take a look at some of the negatives and examine whether concerns about alkaline water dangers have a basis in truth. Additionally, we delve into some of the science behind alkaline water, including how it works, how it’s made, and what it might be doing to your body. What is Alkaline Water? Alkaline water is the subject of many health claims. Some companies claim alkaline water can slow the aging process, prevent chronic diseases such as cancer, and help create regularity in your body’s pH level. So, what really is alkaline water, why is it such a big deal, and should we be concerned about the dangers of drinking alkaline water? Alkaline ...

Bottled Water vs Filtered Water

The quest for clean water can be confusing. With our modern understanding of how important clean water is to health, it’s good to know the details of what we’re drinking every day. What’s the difference between tap water vs filtered water? Is there an advantage to buying water vs filtering? Before we address these critical questions, let’s run down exactly what each category describes. The Water Categories Tap water is something that every American is lucky enough to know about. When you turn a handle mounted on a spigot in your house, water spills out. This water comes from city water supplies that are typically well-regulated and filtered at the source. However, due to old infrastructure and unforeseen contaminants, tap water can be problematic for your health. Bottled water supposedly comes from pure sources in Alpine ranges or on volcanoes in the middle of the sea. However, as we’ll discuss, ...

25 Benefits of Drinking Water

Drinking pure water every day is of great benefit to the human body. In fact, the benefits of drinking pure water cannot be overestimated. The human body consists of up to 60% water. H.H. Mitchell of the Journal of Biological Chemistry 158 states the heart and brain are made up of 73% water, with the lungs consisting of approximately 83% water. Our skin is made up of about 64% water, our kidneys and muscles are about 79% water, and our bones (yes, even our bones) contain about 31% water. You may be asking yourself, “What benefits do you get from drinking water?” Our company, High Water Standard, is your water expert with over 15 years of dedicated experience in the business of water. As we’re prominent in the water filter industry and can help you with under sink water filter installation, we know just about everything there is to know ...

Simon K.

2024-09-16

Quick, efficient and professional service, Igor did a great job installing our osmosis filtration system. Would highly recommend!

Leah G.

2024-03-04

Amazing business, kind people, fast response time, came quickly to install reverse osmosis water filter under our sink. I am so happy I chose High Water Standard. I would use them again and recommend to anyone wanting clean water in NYC!

Derek J.

2023-10-20

Incredible service. Our complex is building owned so we did not know we couldn't drill into the counter. Igor let us know we would just need to buy a different faucet and he would come back the following week. He took the inconvenience in stride and was back the next week for installation. Communication between Igor and their team was so easy, they were on time, and installation went perfect. Such a great deal as well, we were going through so many water bottles, this system will pay for itself in no time. I couldn't recommend High Water Standard more! Thank you

Andy R.

2023-08-01

We did quite a bit of research to select the installer of a reverse-osmosis filtration system for our condo in Brooklyn Heights. Even the glowing reviews we read didn't fully prepare us for the wonderful service we have received from Igor, Olena, and their High Water Standard company! The system they installed is top quality and included a new cutout through our marble kitchen island and a custom, dedicated faucet. The triple filtration system provides excellent quality water that we feel is vital to our health and happiness. Best of all, they are just a joy to work with! Igor is super friendly, prompt, and understands the power of clean water in your life. In our opinion, you should just stop reading reviews for anyone else. High Water Standard is the best choice there is!

Joujou N.

2023-03-03

I was sick and tired of the aweful water delivery service I was getting from Ready Refresh (formally Nestle) . Either they don't show up on the delivery date or they don't have enough water bottles or they ignore your instructions where to place the bottles. It was exhausting and I was fed up-not to mention the delivery fees and the cost was out of control. I also wasn't thrilled on having to lug those massive 5 gallon water jugs around. I was so happy when I found High Water Standard. They were very transparent about the process, installation, and the cost. I was very happy to work with Elena. She was very thorough and took her time to explain everything. We were able to get our installation done during the same week. Our technicians were absolutely delightful to work with and guided us on how to use our new water filtration system. A big shout out to Igor and Alex for doing such an amazing job. Go with High Water Standards you will not regret it.

Liliya K.

2022-01-16

I have been using the high water standard for over 5 years now, and it is the best investment I have made for my and my family's health. Igor and his crew are always so professional, reliable and knowledgeable. I have tried other water filters in the past but nothing compares to this amazing filter that the high water standard provides. My whole entire family uses it and loves the fact that the filtration system is unparalleled and that it is installed seamlessly by the crew. Definitely worth the investment for overall health and piece of mind!

Jie C.

2021-03-02

We asked for a quote and consultation and Igor was exceptionally helpful and knowledgeable. He came to our house to test the water and provided a ton of very useful information. He is the right guy to seek out if you are new to the water filtration topic. We really appreciate his help.

Veronica M.

2021-01-19

Have been with this company for over 10 year and they never disappoint with quality of product and their service. I just upgraded my water filter system. Everything was done promptly and with excellent quality. Igor and Edik have been always available for any issues and are super courteous and prompt. Their new employee who came to do the installation was the young man named Alex and was extremely professional, handy and quick. I highly recommend this company for any filtration system you need for your house, as they will give you just what you need unlike some others that will push on you what needs to be sold.

Mat G.

2020-08-23

For 15 years I bought cases of bottled water every week, spending probably thousands of dollars every year. And luckily I was able to find a professional company that was able to install the filter water system for a reasonable fee. I am very satisfied with the quality of the water and the services provided by Igor. I strongly recommend high water standard.

Stephi L.

2020-06-10

Owner came to install my water osmosis and I couldn't be more pleased. Installed quickly, answered all of my questions, and the water is super clean. I got my own tester to make sure that the quality is aligned with their claims, and it sure does. I am also glad that I was able to support a family owned business too. Happy customer. Thank you!

Mysp Amaccount

2024-04-30

High Water Standard was great. Emailed them about SimPure water filter we had purchased. They ensured we get the right faucet for the install, checked photos of our under sink space and connections and then came to do the install. Very friendly and helpful. Perfect installation. Looks clean and tidy and well organized under our sink now. Thank you!

Hong Chan Kim

2024-04-05

Igor was very friendly and explained everything clearly on how the system works. Happy with the setup. Smooth process. No mess. Water tastes 100x better. Highly recommend!

Kamco Inc

2024-03-27

Great family owned business. Love working with them. They did a great job on three separate occasions that they installed water filtration system for us. Will definitely recommend them any time.

Maria Kubiak

2024-03-25

Got water filter installed on a few days ago. It’s a life changing experience— everything tastes much better, food that you cook, coffee, tea, and off course water itself). From the very beginning all service provided was very professional. Knowledgeable consulting, impeccable mess free installation. If you planning to upgrade your water quality there is no other place to go.

Lily Andrews

2024-03-25

Good customer service. Efficient installation. Quality of the water seems high! Prices also seem fair; especially the offer to move an installed filter to a new apartment.

Nataly Ulianitskaya

2024-03-23

Great job, quick and professional!!!

Tomer Cohen

2024-03-14

Very friendly and professional. Whole process from reach out to installation took 5 days. Installation was smooth as can be

Dave Kalstein

2024-03-14

Great company, very high-end, full-service! Their installation technician, Igor, is an expert and a true professional. When I decided I wanted an entirely different water after he did the initial installation, Igor came back and replaced it with the model I wanted within 24 hours and there was no extra charge. These people are filtered water experts and their customer service is fantastic. Highly recommend.

Claudia Cantarella

2024-03-12

Excellent service from start to finish. Prompt communication, interaction with building management, and scheduling. Installation was professional and efficient. RO water filtration system works beautifully. Very pleased overall. Would highly recommend.