Rainwater can contain sediment, dirt, organic matter and other contaminants collected from roofs, gutters and storage tanks. A rainwater filtration system not only improves water quality throughout the home but it also protecting pumps, plumbing fixtures and appliances. This step by step guide will run you through the different rainwater filtration options, including:Β 

  1. Whole house filtration with UVΒ 
  2. Whole house filtration without UVΒ 
  3. Undersink filtration direct to one tap

Why filter rainwater?

  • Improve water clarity and taste
  • Confidently drink your tank water free from containants
  • Remove sediment and tank debris
  • Protect pumps and household appliances

Explore our Rainwater Filtration Systems β†’

Whole house or under-sink filtration?

Whole-house filtration system

A whole-house system sits at the point the water enters your home treating every tap, shower, washing machine ect. Benefits inlude:

  • Whole house treatment, meaning you dont need to worry about water quality throughout your home
  • Provides clean drinking water and protects your pipes and applicances

Under-sink filtration system

An under-sink system only treats water at one tap, usually the kitchen for drinking water. Benefits of undersink:

  • Budget friendly with a much lower cost point
  • Easy install with minimal screws
  • Z7 and Z2 can be installed into your existing tap
  • Suited to renters and apartments

UV disinfection

Another thing to consider is if you need UV disinfection to kill bacteria and pathogens for safer and better-tasteing drinking water.

Do you need UV?

Rainwater is often filled with bird droppings, possible chemicals from near by properties, dust and dirt. A ultraviolet unit can help:

  • Effectively eliminate 99.9% of bacteria in your water including E. coli
  • Purifies water naturally using UV light without adding harmful chemicals or changing the water's taste

Rainwater filtration comparison guide

Model Suited for Stages UV Weatherproof
Whole house water filtration systems
Puretec Hybrid E13Hybrid E13 Medium to large houses2+ bathrooms Triple
Puretec Hybrid E7Hybrid E7 Medium to large houses2+ bathrooms Twin
Puretec Hybrid E6Hybrid E6 Small to medium houses1–2 bathrooms Twin
Puretec EM2-100EM2-100 Medium to large houses2+ bathrooms Twin
Puretec EM2-60EM2-60 Small to medium houses1–2 bathrooms Twin
Puretec EM1-60EM1-60 Small houses1 bathroom Single
Budget friendly whole house water filtration systems
Puretec WU-UV250WU-UV250 Medium to large houses2+ bathrooms Twin Indoor/covered only
Puretec WU-UV150WU-UV150 Small to medium houses1–2 bathrooms Twin Indoor/covered only
Puretec WU10-25RWU10-25R Small to medium houses1–2 bathrooms Twin Indoor/covered only
Puretec WU20-25RWU20-25R Medium to large houses2+ bathrooms Twin Indoor/covered only
Undersink water filtration systems
Puretec Hybrid M1 UVHybrid M1 UV Single tap Carbon + UV Indoor use
Puretec PureMix Z7PureMix Z7 Single tap Triple1 micron Indoor use
Puretec PureMix Z2PureMix Z2 Single tap Triple1 micron Indoor use

Need more information?

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