Let’s talk about the ongoing trap. Filters don’t last forever. You have to replace them, or your fancy system becomes a paperweight. Replacement cartridges cost $20 to $100 every 3 to 12 months.
That salt for water softeners? Another $10 to $20 per month. And if you have a reverse osmosis system, those membranes need replacing every 2-3 years—that’s $100 to $300 per swap. It’s like a subscription service, but for water.
Pro tip: Always check the filter lifespan before you buy. A cheap system with expensive filters is not a bargain. It’s a hostage situation.
