Why You Might Regret Buying a Watermaker

Thinking about installing a boat watermaker? Before you buy a marine watermaker, there’s a lot more to understand than gallons per hour. In this video, we look at the cost of a sailboat watermaker, how much electricity a watermaker uses, watermaker installation considerations, freshwater flushing, watermaker maintenance, membrane replacement, filter costs, watermaker pickling and unpickling, and how long reverse-osmosis membranes actually last. We also explain where you can safely use a marine reverse osmosis watermaker, whether you should run a watermaker in a marina or harbor, why dirty seawater and oil can damage the system, and what to check when buying a used boat with an older watermaker already installed. Whether you're researching the best watermaker for a sailboat, comparing boat watermaker prices, planning an offshore cruising boat, living aboard, or wondering whether a watermaker is worth the money, this guide covers the real-world costs, maintenance, power requirements, replacement parts, and problems sailors and boat owners should understand before buying one. Practical Sailor is your trusted resource for reviews of sailboats and sailing gear. https://www.practical-sailor.com Chat with us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/PracticalSailor/