Many consumers unknowingly choose the wrong kind of drinking water filtration system for their family. Some spend thousands of dollars on expensive equipment they do not need, and others use an inexpensive pitcher or faucet mount system when it is not adequate for their water conditions or usage patterns.

“During National Drinking Water Month, Hilton Head’s Culligan Man is willing to come to people’s homes, test their water for free and evaluate their drinking water needs. We’re here not just during May, but all year round, to help homeowners diagnose their water issues and choose the best option that’s right for their family and right for their budget,” said Chris Lane, Culligan of Hilton Head’s General Manager.

Culligan of Hilton Head Island knows consumers are drowning in confusion as continued controversy over tap water contamination* (i.e. arsenic, lead, radium, chlorine, pharmaceuticals, etc.) rages on. According to a National Consumer Water Quality Association (WQA) Research survey, 67 percent of Americans are concerned about the quality of their household water supply, and more than half plan to purchase home filtration devices. Yet, before choosing a water filtration system, homeowners first need to assess whether they even need to treat their water based on the unique conditions of their regional water source.

“As the warmer summer months approach, families are more involved in outdoor activities and children are out of school enjoying the sun and sports. Great-tasting water right from the kitchen sink will keep everyone hydrated, consuming less calories and making less of a dent in your wallet.” adds Chris Lane, General Manager of Culligan of Hilton Head Island.

Culligan of Hilton Head Island, the leader in home water treatment solutions for more than 70 years, aims to help homeowners make the right decision by offering a free professional water analysis during the month of May. In 1988, former President Ronald Regan declared the first week in May National Drinking Water Week. This year, Culligan is taking this week-long event (May 1-7, 2012) one step further by making May National Drinking Water Month.

Throughout May, homeowners can request a complimentary in-home water assessment from a certified Culligan water professional in the Mile-High region. The local Hilton Head Island Culligan Man® will perform a free analysis by sampling water in the home, testing it for the presence of any contaminants* and providing a no-obligation recommendation.

While South Carolina residents have a safe water supply through their local municipalities, homeowners without access to public water sources who live on private well systems can benefit from filtered drinking water. Others thirst for more eco-friendly alternatives to landfill-clogging disposable water bottles without sacrificing great-tasting water. Either way, choosing the right in-home water filtration solution can be daunting with so many options flooding the market.

Culligan recognizes that in times of economic uncertainty, today’s homeowners may hesitate to invest in a water treatment solution. That’s why during National Drinking Water Month this May, Culligan of Hilton Head is making it more affordable for residents to rent or own a Culligan® drinking water system. Incredible offers and special product bundles are also available from Culligan of Hilton Head Island all month long.

*contaminants may not be in your water