Clean, safe drinking water is something most of us expect to turn on without a second thought. In reality, water quality can vary significantly depending on where you live, how your water is sourced and the condition of your plumbing and storage systems. For households, farms and rural properties across New Zealand, effective water filtration plays a critical role in protecting health, equipment and peace of mind.
What Is in Your Drinking Water?
Even clear, good tasting water can contain contaminants you cannot see or smell. Common issues we see across New Zealand include:
- Sediment such as sand, silt and rust
- Bacteria and microorganisms from surface or groundwater sources
- Iron, manganese and other minerals
- Organic matter that affects taste and odour
- Biofilm build up in pipes and tanks
Municipal supplies and private water sources face different risks, but both benefit from properly designed filtration systems.
How Water Filtration Protects Your Health
Water filters are designed to remove physical, chemical and biological contaminants before they reach your tap. A well specified filtration system can:
- Improve taste, clarity and smell
- Reduce sediment and mineral build up
- Protect appliances and plumbing
- Reduce exposure to harmful bacteria and pathogens
For many rural and lifestyle block properties, filtration is often paired with UV treatment. UV systems disinfect water by neutralising bacteria, viruses and protozoa without adding chemicals, making them a reliable final barrier for drinking water safety.
Choosing the Right Water Filter System
There is no single solution that works for every property. The right water filtration setup depends on factors such as:
- Water source (town supply, bore, spring, river or rainwater)
- Water quality test results
- Household or farm demand
- Existing plumbing and storage
- Ongoing maintenance expectations
Common filtration stages include sediment filters, carbon filters and UV disinfection. Regular filter and UV bulb replacement is essential to ensure systems continue to perform as designed.
20% Off Replacement Water Filters and UV Bulbs
To help customers stay on top of system maintenance, WaterForce is currently running a 20% off promotion on replacement water filters and UV bulbs.
This offer is available:
- In store at WaterForce locations
- Online at shop.waterforce.co.nz using discount code FILTER
The promotion runs until the end of March, making it a good time to replace worn filters or ageing UV bulbs and keep your system performing as it should.
The Importance of Local Water Expertise
Water conditions can change dramatically from region to region. Working with local water specialists means your system is designed with real knowledge of local water challenges, not assumptions.
WaterForce has retail stores and water experts across New Zealand who understand local water conditions and practical solutions. You can find WaterForce retail teams in:
- Tauranga
- Hastings and Napier
- Waipukurau
- Nelson
- Blenheim
- Rangiora
- Christchurch
- Ashburton
- Timaru
- Oamaru
- Cromwell
- Winton
Our teams work with homeowners, farmers and businesses to assess water quality, recommend appropriate filtration systems and provide ongoing support.
Maintaining Your Water Filters and UV Systems
Like any critical system, water filtration requires regular maintenance. Filters that are overdue for replacement can restrict flow, reduce effectiveness and compromise water quality. UV bulbs lose output over time and must be replaced annually to maintain proper disinfection.
Routine maintenance helps ensure:
- Consistent water quality
- Reliable system performance
- Long term protection of pumps and appliances
Talk to Your Local WaterForce Team
If you are unsure about your drinking water quality or whether your current filtration system is doing its job, a conversation with a local expert is a good place to start. Whether you are maintaining an existing system or planning a new installation, getting the fundamentals right makes a real difference.
Visit your nearest WaterForce store or shop online to take advantage of the current 20% off promotion on replacement filters and UV bulbs before the end of March 2026.
