DIY Berkey Water Filter System CHEAP!

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[@LRM135]

Nice Job. Quick Tip - If you are using pond or lake or just plain old dirty water with bits and pieces in it, put it through a cheese cloth or coffee filter first. It will make your Berkey style filters last longer.

[@wet_back]

Thanks! I was just going to ask this. We have a storm drain runoff/stream at the local park, hopefully this filter removes all the road scum and other nasty stuff from the water.

[@Star-gc6nr]

Ponds are pretty clean if they have plants in it I keep it clean

[@shoutingatclouds1050]

Berkey water filters don't remove fluoride or Aluminum. Ok

[@wagu7003]

​@@wet_backdon't drink that water even filtered

[@ricky1960able]

This is my thought as well. I would want to get rid of the worst contaminates before running through my filters is order to make the filters last longer.

[@annieroberts1204]

FINALLY. A no nonsense video on such a major deal. Water Spend $300 for a Berkey. Or make your own like he did. I made 4. One time, one for a friend,a retired pastor , then one for the church. Then, a back up,.

[@keystothekingdomrpa1428]

HallaluYAH

[@dsmith2858]

Annie, did you use the cheaper filters? If so, any issues?

[@AirborneEclipse]

Adding a fine mesh bucket filter screen that painters use on top sitting over a big piece of cheese cloth as a prefilter for lakes, ponds, and streams keeps the Berkey filters from constantly clogging up.

[@ddearinger8962]

Add a Pre 1964 all silver quarter to the water collection bucket for antimicrobial effects.

[@tbobtbob330]

If you keep it disassembled, you can store the whole system, and nobody would have any idea that you posses something potentially more valuable than gold - especially if you keep the filters separate.

[@boorayin2773]

Definitely helpful - thanks! The Gama lid was clever, too. The only thing I'm going to try to different than what you showed is getting black food-grade buckets to keep algae/etc. from growing as quickly with the sunlight that the white color allows through.

[@retiredchef238]

Thank you! I have just purchased everything to make my water system. I just needed simple instructions on how to build it. You are spot on, and a great instructor.

[@carolpratt3761]

We used stainless stock pots from Wally’s to avoid the plastic. Same principle and a lot less expense. Thanks for taking the time to teach! 😍

[@davidabraxton8532]

Great idea with thr stainless steel pots..what size pots do yu use?

[@nadiasvlog8290]

Do you have a link to the stainless pots you used?

[@carolpratt3761]

I believe they are 12 qt. With glass lids.

[@carolpratt3761]

16 qt. I used a plastic bucket lid under the top pot that has the filters so it would sit tight on bottom pot as the top pot was not stable enough for me. I also didn’t use the Berkey filters , but may buy them next time. I used Aqua fresh and they are great. However don’t know if they are as good as Berkey filters.

[@carolpratt3761]

Could use a smaller pot and just one filter. I used 2 filters. Would be slower to filter.

[@apb5866]

Excellent video. You are the first to mention drilling four holes and using stoppers in case you want to add more filter. Love the idea of using a gamma seal on the top bucket.Thank You

[@chassman77]

I use gamma seal on my regular food storage buckets also, i.e. my egg glassing projects. :)

[@acres90]

What about just drilling 2 holes for now?

[@cindy_lynnnonna2808]

Man you just saved this Mamabear $400 we really can't afford. I've been stocking pantry/Canning like crazy&basic Survival supplies and the BigBerk was next to last on my list.Thanks from#AnAmericanMama🇺🇸 #PatriotMamaof5🇺🇸

[@walterrising4276]

Milf

[@butchie2752]

I’ve had the berkey for many years. I know a fair amount about it. This is an excellent vid that is very accurate and succinct. Good job. I subbed.

[@MommeeMadre1]

We are RVers so we can only handle so much water. We have the portable filter straws and a Berkey. It was a Christmas splurge, so no regrets. But I'm gifting THIS set to my children so they are ready when the stuffHTF

[@jonarment1229]

If you use rain water, your filter will last about 50x longer than if you used tap water. It doesn't matter the filter.

[@briandady9030]

Short sweet and to the point! Thanks for posting!

[@cher236]

Thankyou for the cheaper way to filter water! I have been trying to figure this out for quite awhile and was considering buying a big Berkeley but really didn't want to pay that much! You are a lifesaver thanks again.

[@warrenharrison9490]

Your post came up in my notifications, but was pushed out by others, glad I caught you had posted. Had to look you up to find this to watch.

[@Gooch1989]

Why I love country Boys they always come up with cheaper better alternatives to super expensive stuff

[@EducateYourself789]

Excellent video! You are blessing others. May God bless you. This project I can do. Thank you.

[@chucklinz1702]

I kinda just stumbled onto this. Love it! I'm always thinking about survival stuff I may need for an unfortunate hurricane hit to the islands and fresh water is right up there with electrical power. I'm building rain barrels to collect water, but haven't found an easy system to purify other than those camping types that cost big bucks. This is simple and fits my budget. Those Berkely filters can be big bucks though ($160>) as I searched. There are cheap ones too ($40- $60). Not sure if the cheap ones are as good. More research.

[@amiemadeit]

A few of the Amazon links could use updated. But stoked about this!

[@alanm1951]

I have seen a few other 2 and 3 bucket filters but neither used the gamma lid. Also, I like screwing the filter to the bottom bucket lid of which I hadn't seen or thought of. Thanks for these tips. The gamma lid link doesn't work but an Amazon search dud. New subscriber too..

[@MyVantasticLifeVoyage]

Dead simple concept. Makes you wonder why the Berkey cost so much more. Just for info, because of the whole recent issues surrounding the Berkey company, the link you provided for the OEM Berkey filters was over $230. I don’t know what they regularly cost and I’m supposing that the company may have stopped producing them and the scarce remaining supply is going for a premium. Can’t really call it price gouging (feels like it to me), because we are not in a SHTF (yet), so it doesn’t really fit the true definition. It is what it is, however you can get generic ones from a variety of sources that go for $30-$60 depending on brand.

[@tonimiller4450]

Just made room for this. Get it you won’t be sorry. Before November will be ideal.

[@kennynickell9883]

I had to go with a larger size drill bit on the lid holes as my filter stems didn't want to go in easy and didn't want to force the plastic stim..could break you know..the large stem seals still sealed properly, no leaks..had to over size the spout hole too..same problem.. When drilling the 4 lid holes one might use 2 bolts to keep the lid from shifting..I only did a 2 filter unit but still used a bolt to keep lid in place when drilling..almost a must for a 4 hole top tho.. Great DIY vid for first timers like me..Thx...

[@frandar.7360]

I noticed that insertion difficulty that I wanted to avoid as well. What size bit did you use? Just an eighth inch bigger??

[@kennynickell9883]

I used the same drill size but rounded the holes some until the filter end went in easily.. I also added a "stand pipe" on the lower tank to monitor the tank lever..that was a little tricky to do..

[@michaelwalling8281]

Excellent video!! I have no need for this type of filter yet I feel the urge to build one.

[@kevinkennedy9343]

Build one. Your need is coming!

[@johnjackson8561]

I would like to see before and after testing of the water.

[@ScoopNemeth]

To the bottom part of your berkey-style filter, can I use water purification tablets on the top part of the filter WITH those two filters? That way, I can be sure that the dirty water is nice and clean and ready to drink.

[@roymayo4]

Just ordered everything to make one. Thanks!😁

[@elizabethivey9326]

Very nice video with clear instructions. I appreciate the links you provided.

[@DEVILDoG-0311]

Great video. Thank You for the Pro Tips!

[@ellialander861]

You forget to tell people to prime the filters. Nice job.

[@mfb6310]

I really like that you've come up with a way to save big money. I am skeptical of the plastic leaching poisons AND bacterial buildup on plastic that won't happen on stainless steel. It might be worth going for the SS in the long run. Just a thought, willing to be wrong.

[@Bohica-tq3ps]

I used two 12 quart stainless steel stock pots from Wally world. They cost slightly over $20 for the pair. They also had 20 quart pots for slightly more. I just felt stainless steel might hold up better and be easier to clean. I used a pair of ceramic dome filters with silver impregnation. If I had to use really suspect water I think I would also boil it just to be sure I didn't ingest something nasty.

[@mfb6310]

@@Bohica-tq3ps Oh. I'm sorry, I apologize.

[@tammarahighley1040]

@@Bohica-tq3ps was it difficult to drill through the metal?

[@PattymacMakes]

Thanks for this! I love the suggestion of the gamma seal lid. I made mine today!

[@Al-Fitan]

Nice, simple & easy to made..tq bro...from Malaysia..

[@Blessed.5acrehomestead]

What connecting the fluoride filter? Do you know how that works? Thanks for doing this I have been wanting a Berky forever and now I can! 😊

[@tongueprowler]

I pit a bucket up top with a layer of pebbles, sand, and charcoal in a third bucket uptop

[@jamesthornley]

Thanks for the information I was looking to make a water filter system you are the man thank you sir

[@michaelavincent503]

I am wondering if there is a next level where we can make our own filter

[@jamesallen278]

You have very informative videos. Thanks. I cant believe you only have 40K subscribers. I guess that’s a good indication of how many people are going to be completely f*#ked when the SHTF.

[@valerieleidal]

Great video, but my thinking is this think no stores at all. Rather go with what I will find wherever I am, sand, gravel, charcoal.

[@alg1335]

Stay well and thank you 🇵🇷🙏🏽💜🌹

[@jaylemacks3260]

Excellent presentation.

[@felicec.4854]

what is the size/girth of the screw bit to drill the hole. You totally left the most important part out brother! TY anyway.

[@PilotPatriot]

@felicec.4854 depend on what filter you decide to get. Just size the bit based on the size of the piece that goes through the bucket

[@Glock2201]

Good video. It is the 2nd one I have seen using this method. Lile another poster said I would filter lake or river water through a cheese cloth or another filter system. I was thinking maybe a 3rd bucket on top with a regular filter in it.

[@robertbradfield4810]

that simple, big thank you

[@dawnbruley2532]

Thank you

[@PapaP86]

Many reviews say the Aquacrest filters are VERY iffy, possibly useless.

[@Catastrofius]

DO NOT BUILD THIS: until you read this review. I built this 4 days ago 6-15-21. This is not a knock on PilotPatriot what so ever. He did a great review. I learned a lot about Berkey as I built this. I purchased the actual Berkey Filters and not the other brand. I tested the Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) using a meter design for it. TDS are what can give water a bad taste. I live in an area that has high TDS and arsenic is one of them. Now my results blew my mind. My tap water tests out at 145 ppm. After charging the Berkey filters, I installed them. I built exactly what PilotPatriot built. All brand new food grade buckets and all the parts that he listed in the links above. So my tap water is 145 ppm. I expected and hoped to get half that. I was shocked after reading my meter. It was 195 ppm! Wait, what? It was more than my actual tap water? Still not convinced that I did everything correctly, I emptied out the 5 gallons that I put in the system, then processed another 5 gallons, then tested. Same situation. Tap water 145 ppm, but this time the Berkey water did (slightly) better at 192ppm. I have now run over 35 gallons through, hoping to "clear" out what might be happening. I still get 145 ppm on the tap water going in and 190+ppm coming out. I called Berkey directly. They have a support line 888-803-4438. Their answer to my questions shocked me. "Oh we don't remove TDS because those are good for you." I explained that arsenic is in that TDS. Basically they don't filter anything out of this water other than harmful bacteria and protozoa. If you are wanting to use this filtration system to make your tap water taste better, this is not the way to do it. I appreciate @PilotPatriot creating this tutorial, but these filters just won't cut the mustard. I got my money back on the filters, but the buckets and parts I will have to eat. Sorry to rain on anyones parade. I really wanted this to work, but the simple truth is, it won't.

[@PilotPatriot]

I linked to a list of all the things this filters out. I would argue it's not nessesrily designed to make bad tasting water taste better...its designed to make dirty or unhealthy water clean and safe to drink Which would normally would also result in better tasting water. I'm trying to understand your results, are you saying your water had HIGHER levels of TDSs AFTER filtering? How is that possible? Not to knock your testing, but id be curious to see if you'd get the same results if you send it off for professional testing. Also, You mentioned arsenic, Berkey lists that it removes 99.99% of arsenic. List below: VIRUSES - Removed to >99.999% (Log 5) Exceeds Purification Standard (Log 4): MS2 Coliphage ; Fr Coliphage. PATHOGENIC BACTERIA (AND SURROGATES) - Removed to >99.9999% Exceeds Purification Standard (Log 6): Bacillus atrophaeus (Anthrax surrogate); Raoultella terrigena (Pathogenic Bacteria Surrogate); Salmonella Enterica. TRIHALOMETHANES - Removed to >99.8% (Below Lab Detectable Limits): Bromodichloromethane ; Bromoform ; Chloroform ; Dibromochloromethane. INORGANIC MINERALS Removed to Below Lab Detectable Limits: Chloramine; Chloride; Chlorine Residual (Total Residual Chlorine); Free Chlorine HEAVY METALS (HIGH & LOW pH LEVELS) Aluminum (>99%); Antimony (>99.9%); Barium (>80%); Beryllium (>99.9%); Bismuth (>99.9%); Cadmium (>99.7%); Cobalt (>95%); Chromium (>99.9%); Chromium 6 (>99.85%); Copper (>99.9%); Iron (>99.9%); Lead (>99.9%); Mercury (>99.9%); Molybdenum (>90%); Nickel (>99.9%); Vanadium (>87.5%); Zinc (>99.9%). PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS CONTAMINANTS - Removed to >99.9% Acetaminophen; Caffeine; Carbamazepine; Ciprofloxacin HCl; Erythromycin USP; Sulfamethoxazole; Trimethoprim; Bisphenol A; Diclofenac Sodium; 4-para-Nonylphenol; 4-tert-Octylphenol; Primidone; Progestrone; Gemfibrozil; Ibuprofen; Naproxen Sodium; Triclosan. ALSO REMOVES OR REDUCES: Arsenic (>99.9%); Escherichia coli (E. Coli) (>99.999%); Fluorene (>99.9%); Manganese (>99.9%); MBAS (>96.67%); Nitrites (>95%); PCB’s (>99.9%); Petroleum Products (Gasoline, Diesel, Crude Oil, Kerosene, Mineral Spirits, Refined Oil- All >99.9%); Selenium (>99.9%); Thallium (>99.5%); Rust; Silt; Sediment; Turbidity; Foul Tastes and Odors. * For Heavy Metals, Inorganic Minerals, Pesticides, Petroleum, Pharmaceuticals, Semi-VOC’s, THM’s, VOC’s; reduction exceeded lab detection limits

[@Catastrofius]

@@PilotPatriot Straight from the mouth of the Berkey employee, "we don't remove disolved arsenic." I don't understand the result either. I'm very knowledgeable on this sort of stuff. I worked in a lab for the first part of my career and understand how to employ testing equipment. If it had reduced some of the TDS, I probably wouldn't be as skeptical as I am right now. Perhaps it is one or both of the filters that I got. I really wanted this to work. Unfortunately, it doesn't appear to. I had a limited amount of time to get the filters back and money returned, or I might have kept it and taken the output to a fully equipped lab. I do want to emphasize that this had nothing to do with your ( @PilotPatriot ) build or instructions or why you put the video in place. I did feel that it was important to highlight what is going on with at least the genuine Berkey filters that I received from Amazon. I equally hope that this doesn't detract from your fine video. That certainly was not my intention. You have some fantastic videos that I have really benefited from. That was the reason that I jumped on this project so quickly.

[@PilotPatriot]

@@Catastrofius thanks for the info!!! Good to know!!

[@brianpendez5340]

@@Catastrofius Thanks for sharing the data. This to me seems like more of a survival piece of equipment rather than good water filter. In a scenario where you can't get fresh water, this would be a life saver if you had access to a pond or lake.

[@Catastrofius]

@@brianpendez5340 In our own city, we have been put on boil water orders TWICE. The last time. No telling how long e.coli was in our water supply before it was tested.

[@andrewmarkroberts94]

nice. The only problem I can see is the bottom bucket needs an air hole for efficient water flow

[@ACharbonneau911]

Thank you for saying how much water (3000 gallons ? per filter) & then you said 12,000 gallons the birki filters will filter. either way this has convinced me to do this for my city water and stop buying the Zero water and brita brands. That information allows many to buy those filters.

[@prettywoman7776]

I have a small kitchen and I'm not sure where I would put this unit. I could put it in the sunroom however in the summer it gets very warm in there. In the winter it would be fine it would be nice and cold and it wouldn't freeze.

[@estherandeve8329]

Super helpful! My only question is that these Berkey black filters are now $237 for two?? That's almost the cost of buying the whole filtration system.

[@ricorico2427]

Yes but you won't find a 5-10 gallon system.

[@RayRay-sc1zj]

Berkey Filters are now $173.00 for 2. and the maintenance kit is no longer available.

[@jerebigler7520]

Just saw your video and I'm convincd I need to build one following your suggestions. What's your take on pre-filtering before it goes into the system? Furthermore, since the Berkey et al, state they remove clorine, what do you think about treating or boiling the pre-filtered water before it goes into the top bucket, which would aid in removing bacteria, Algae and viruses?

[@calebswanson462]

Your a hero ,this was good to know..

[@QCDoggies]

Awesome video, thanks!!

[@Greghook]

Such a great idea!

[@PilotPatriot]

Thanks! Should save you about $200 vs the real Berkey

[@warrenharrison9490]

Giardia are a top thing to filter. Beaver fever 😳

[@brutal-noodle]

Hey man your videos are amazing, thank you so much for posting them. Do you by chance know where to get that berkey maintenance system now?

[@speedygtp]

Excellent video, thank you!

[@llgoldstein2710]

If you use a gamma on the bottom lid you can then open and close the bottom more firmly.

[@PilotPatriot]

The filter tips won't fit through the gamma lid

[@roqueadeleon]

I want to know how to make the filter itself I’ve opened up some filters and it literally is just layers of different materials. But need to know the different materials and would want to get it to the quality of of a Berkey or similar

[@jamesmcgarity614]

I'm getting a vacuum and water barley comes out plus had to tell how much water O still have

[@mariapagani1214]

Thank you for this video!!!

[@markhill4419]

THX BUD WAS ABOUT TO BUY A SYSTEM LIKE YOURS INSTEAD

[@charlotteseden9303]

Awesome. Thank you so much for the info.

[@victoriathompson4024]

As of today 9/21/23 the EPA has reevaluated their own regulations. Remaming the black filters a pesticide and therefore have basically CLOSED DOWN the Berkey operation.

[@JohnChrysostom101]

What?

[@JohnChrysostom101]

The EPA is insane their "rulling" is just a lie and the case is ongoing because berkey is suing you can't call filters with no pesticides a pesticide that is totally insane

[@sieglindacastro8131]

This Is Amazing So Simple Thank You.

[@warrenharrison9490]

Thank you!

[@nolliecook117]

Thanks

[@Km-cj6ej]

Thank you important video these days😢

[@cs-vf2de]

any ideas on a solar powered well pump. Ide hate to depend solely on wind power.

[@rybec8500]

Is 4 filters necessary?? That seems like over kill. Maybe one or two, but 4?

[@Psalm2710_]

Question: is there a practical way to keep track of how many gallons are on your filters or do you just write it down each time? Do the filters have an indicator?

[@PilotPatriot]

When they get too dirty they will get stopped up and the water will stop flowing through the filters

[@reidtillery2856]

Thank you.

[@jerryhedges26]

What's the name of the plugs and where can I get them?

[@props-model-shop]

Excellent

[@daveweinberg6174]

Will this filter jacuzzi water sufficiently enough to drink?

[@jamesmcgarity614]

Forgot to mention prime filters before use

[@zilla2586]

Awesome video. One question though. Is there any chance the plugs could leak unfiltered water eventually?

[@PilotPatriot]

Always a chance!

[@Kelly-qn9tr]

Love this! Thank you!

[@pechoja]

Do not use a plastic part for the spigot. They sell stainless spigots for more money but is much more durable and more cleanable.

[@sharongullikson2121]

I couldn't tell where the washers go--for the spigot, and the tubes. Is this correct for the spigot: washer goes between the nut and the bucket? Is this correct for the filter tubes: washer goes next to wing nut? Or does it go on the inside of the bucket? THANKS!

[@nicoleguss162]

Mine is leaking between the two buckets. Any suggestions?

[@josephjohnson6849]

Where you buy the filters

[@quietmadness1768]

Did you need to prime the filters before installing? I watched one video with a lady explaining why she didn’t care for it (first world problems type), but we’re prepping and I’m wondering. Thank you to anyone who answers.

[@PilotPatriot]

They should be primed before use for best results

[@piitaa108]

@@PilotPatriot how do you 'prime' the filter?

[@PatriotDIY]

@@piitaa108 it comes with instructions

[@pittwoman2995]

Quiet Madness I bought one of the expensive systems this is “copying” WISH I’d seen this video first to save money….live and learn! I will be making them for others though🤓 After struggling to prime the filters (odd shape of our faucet/adaptors) I found a video somewhere on KZbin (don’t remember the guy’s name or I’d give him credit)simplest way possible EVER! Bought a “squirt bottle” from the $ store…looks a bit like the old time ketchup/mustard bottles in restaurants. Force water through the small end of the filter (a few times) and it’s ready. The stuff the company wants to sell you is totally unnecessary to prime it IMHO. Thank you PilotPatriot. 🙂

[@Sluckie13]

If you’re using this as an emergency backup for a grid-down scenario (where you may not have access to clean running water), I’d recommend picking up a manual primer (they’re on Amazon). You can use some stored clean water/bottled water as your primer.

[@jebbish]

you are a great source of information thank you!

[@wet_back]

How long can extra filters be stored for?

[@PilotPatriot]

As far as know unused filters don't go bad

[@nightcat87]

The filters link says is $300 that can't be right?

[@kaylagarcia8118]

I cant find the accessory kit for the water filter plugs to build the system

[@Fluffymuffin9933]

Awesome

[@michaelstraughn3465]

Did you use Food grade Drill bits?

[@Okie8T9]

How do you know when to replace filters? Will they just stop up?

[@PilotPatriot]

Yep

[@kevincommonsense6743]

Hi Guys, I have to agree with OK homestead , I live in the uk and built this design , i also ordered a tds meter from amazon as well with the berky filters. The tap water here is sh*te at a reading of 245, after a small filter through the system i was shocked to get a reading of 432. I have refilled and again primed the filters to try again. One problem i seem to have is , i filled the top tub last night and when i checked this morning it has not gone through to the bottom, i believe this is because the tubs are airtight and that the air pressure in the bottom one is restricting the flow from the filters. Has anyone else had this problem?? Other than drilling a small hole in the top of the bottom tub to allow air to escape , i am stuck. Thank you for the video, only thing is you did not show how to prime the filters before fitting.

[@PilotPatriot]

Don't completely lock down the lid, that may help your water flow problem. I didn't show how to prime the filter because this video is about how to build the Berkey alternative not a full tutorial on how to use it...the filter comes with very simple instructions you can follow for that part.

[@martinadkins5634]

I am working on making a system with 3 buckets with a sediment filter on top, and 2-berkey filters on middle bucket, with spigot on the bottom to drain out filtered water. I plan on using a hand vacuum pump mounted on bottom to transfer water, and a relief valve on top for air, and to keep system sanitary without putting open holes for air to enter. You might try doing something like this....

[@kmiller6968]

don't you have to prime those filters?

[@paulhailey2537]

Shouldn't the Bottom Bucket have a small breather Hole near the Top ? You will have Pressure Stopping the Flow if it Can't Breath

[@PilotPatriot]

The bottom bucket lid is not on tight

[@blacksinglemomhomesteadont6454]

Okay I'm a female and that seems simple enough but that filters the water so do you boil the water afterwards, before or not at all? I've seen a KZbinr use the Berkey but I thought it boil the water while filtering. Also the video would have been better if you had actually use the pond water and show us that the system really worked.

[@wadejcampbell7054]

I watched this video a few minutes ago. I am impressed. Would I have to put a seal between the two buckets

[@PilotPatriot]

No the filter seals itself

[@wadejcampbell7054]

@@PilotPatriot interesting. Thank you

[@grantsmith3193]

Cheap…minus the $200 filters. Great tip.

[@user-wd7dh2xz8o]

its comes out to like 4 cents a gallon bruh

[@CCoburn3]

Doesn't that setup form a vacuum in the top bucket? If the top is airtight and the water drains out of the bucket, that would leave a vacuum. Should you drill a small air hole in the top? Or is there enough air leakage around the gamma sealer so that this is not a problem?

[@PilotPatriot]

The bottom bucket lid is not sealed and the gamma seal lid could be loosened as well