Take a quick look around your office. Chances are, there’s a 5-gallon jug water cooler quietly sitting in the breakroom, humming away in the corner. It’s been the default hydration station for decades. But just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s the best option.
If your business is still relying on bottled water delivery, it might be time to ask:
What’s it really costing you and your team?
The Problem with Bottled Water Coolers
1. Sanitation Concerns
When was the last time your water cooler was cleaned? Not just the exterior, but the internal reservoir?
Most bottled coolers go months, sometimes years, without a proper sanitation routine. In fact, studies have found that bacteria levels in water dispensers can far exceed safe limits if they’re not cleaned every 30 to 90 days. That’s not just gross, it’s a health risk.
2. Microplastics and Chemical Leaching
Those 5-gallon plastic jugs? They’re typically made of polycarbonate plastic, which can leach BPA and microplastics into your drinking water, especially when exposed to sunlight or heat (like in delivery trucks or near windows). Two local companies had them setting outside last week in 92-degree heat and sun. Your employees deserve better than sipping on plastic particles with their water.
3. Logistics Headaches
Water deliveries mean:
- Scheduling drop-offs
- Storing heavy bottles
- Dealing with empty container returns
- Running out of water unexpectedly
It’s a hassle that adds no value to your business, especially when there’s a smarter, more sustainable option available.
4. Environmental Impact
Each 5-gallon jug is reused. But not infinitely. They wear out, crack, and eventually end up in landfills. And let’s not forget the carbon footprint of delivery trucks making regular stops to replenish your supply.
The Better Way: Bottle-less Reverse Osmosis Water Systems
A bottle-less RO system connects directly to your building’s water line and filters water on-demand using a multi-stage purification process, removing:
- Microplastics
- Chlorine
- Heavy metals
- Pesticides
- And up to 99% of other contaminants
What You Get Instead:
- Fresh, clean water every time
- No plastic bottles = no leaching, no storage
- Touchless options to reduce germ spread
- Lower cost over time than bottled water delivery
- Happier, healthier employees
A Smart Move for Smart Businesses
Investing in clean water isn’t just about hydration, it’s about wellness, sustainability, and operational efficiency. And in a world where employees are more health-conscious than ever, offering clean, great-tasting water is a perk that shows you care.
The bottled water cooler is a relic.
Pure, sustainable water on demand is the future.
Ready to upgrade your water system?
Let’s talk. I’ll help you ditch the jugs and transform your workplace water, once and for all.