How expensive are the Berkly filters and where can they be obtained?
I built my own Berkey plans are in my Preparedness Manual.
Filters can be brought for around $110.00
The two filter system I built should be good for around 6,000 gallons of water.
They are expensive at around $300 for a smaller one, but I consider it an investment. It is a lot easier than storing mass quantities of potable water. Plus both pieces nest into one another for travel or storage. I do have access to a natural water source, and the Berkey lets important minerals through without letting all the little nasties through also. The filters, when used up, do not let anything through at that point either they just quit filtering altogether. Two filter replacements cost $100, but each filter is good for 3000 gallons. I have a two filter system so they will filter 6000 gallons total before needing replaced. There is no electricity required for the system to be set up or operate. In all, we love it!