How Do I Spot Fake Nairobi Water Purifiers and Avoid Scams in 2026?
02, Jan 2026
Not always. While municipal water leaves the treatment plant compliant, contamination often occurs in transit. Our testing shows that many Nairobi households receive water with Fluoride and TDS levels exceeding KEBS KS EAS 12:2018 limits. An iClear RO system corrects these levels to meet international safety standards.
Understanding the Numbers
You see the "KEBS Quality Mark" on bottled water, but what does it actually mean? And how does your tap water compare? We pulled data from the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) KS EAS 12:2018 guidelines to show you what safe water looks like.
The Comparison: KEBS Limits vs. Common Nairobi Water Sources
|
Parameter |
KEBS Standard (Limit) |
Typical Borehole (Nairobi) |
iClear RO Purified Water |
|
pH Level |
6.5 – 8.5 |
8.5 – 9.5 (Too Alkaline) |
7.0 – 7.5 (Neutral/Perfect) |
|
TDS (Solids) |
Max 1000 mg/L |
600 – 1500 mg/L |
20 – 100 mg/L |
|
Fluoride |
Max 1.5 mg/L |
2.0 – 5.0 mg/L |
< 0.5 mg/L |
|
E. Coli |
Nil (0/100ml) |
Often Detected |
Nil (100% Removed) |
Sources: Data Sources: KEBS KS EAS 12:2018 Potable Water Specification; WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality.
Why Compliance Matters
FAQs
1. What are KEBS standards for drinking water?
KEBS KS EAS 12:2018 defines safe limits for fluoride, TDS, pH, and contaminants.
2. Does Nairobi water meet these standards?
In many areas, borehole and mixed supply water exceeds KEBS limits for fluoride and TDS.
3. Is high fluoride dangerous?
Yes. Long term exposure can cause dental and skeletal fluorosis.
4. How does iClear ensure KEBS compliance?
By using RO purification that reduces fluoride, salts, and contaminants to safe levels.
5. Should I test my water before buying a purifier?
Yes. Water testing helps match the correct purification system to your specific water source.
Water Purification & Treatment Specialists
David Ochieng, a water purification specialist at iClear Wellife Services Ltd, has extensive experience delivering safe and reliable water treatment solutions for homes and offices across Kenya.
