How to Get the Best Drinking Water in the Office

You’ve probably seen it firsthand: the clunky 5-gallon jug dripping condensation, the plastic water bottles piling up in the recycling bin, or worse, employees skipping hydration altogether because the water tastes off. When you’re trying to create a healthier, more sustainable workplace, your water setup shouldn’t be the thing holding you back.

The good news? Better water in the office doesn’t mean more work. It just means making smarter choices.

At Office H2O, we help environmentally-conscious business owners across the Midwest upgrade their hydration game without the hassle. Whether you’re running a fast-paced warehouse or a sleek corporate office, we believe your team deserves clean, great-tasting water that’s easy to access and kind to the planet. Here’s how to get the best drinking water in the office.

What “Better” Really Means

When people talk about “better drinking water,” they usually think about taste. And that’s important because nobody wants water that smells like chlorine or leaves a film on their tongue. But there’s more to it than flavor. Better water should also be:

• Consistently clean and safe
• Easy to get without delays or delivery schedules
• Free from single-use plastic waste
• Cost-effective over the long term
• Part of your workplace wellness culture

If your current system isn’t checking all those boxes, it might be time for a change.

Bottled Water Just Isn’t the Vibe Anymore

We get it. Buying bottled water seems like the quickest and easiest way to provide filtered drinking water. But it comes with hidden costs, both financial and environmental.

For starters, those plastic bottles add up. Between deliveries, storage, and disposal, they take up space and create unnecessary waste. Even if you recycle, most plastic doesn’t get reused. Despite our best efforts, very few plastic bottles and jugs make it all the way through the recycling process. And the carbon footprint of manufacturing and transporting all those cases? Not great.

Then there’s the taste and quality issue. Bottled water is often just filtered tap water in fancy packaging. And if you’ve ever tried to sip from a lukewarm bottle left near a sunny window, you already know the experience isn’t exactly refreshing. Not to mention the chemicals and microplastics that leech into the water after it’s been sitting in the sun all day.

You’re paying for plastic and packaging, not better water, which is certainly not how you get the best drinking water in the office.

Another bonus to this type of hydration setup? There’s no need for deliveries, no need for bottles or jugs, and no need to worry about running out during the workday. And since the system is always connected, the water never sits around collecting dust, bacteria, or weird aftertastes. Once we install your system, it just works – day in, day out.

Clean Water Supports a Healthier Team

Hydration affects everything from focus and energy to mood and productivity. If your team doesn’t trust the water source or finds it inconvenient to refill their bottles, they’re more likely to skip drinking water altogether.

When you install a high-quality, bottleless water and ice cooler, you’re sending a clear message. You care about wellness. You want your employees to feel good while they’re on the clock. And you’re creating a culture where small comforts—like ice-cold, clean-tasting water—actually matter.

It’s one of the easiest ways to show your team that their health and well-being aren’t just a line item. They’re a priority.

Better for Your Budget

While bottled water seems cheap upfront, the costs stack up fast. As we’ve mentioned, the total cost includes the price of each case, storage space, delivery logistics, and the time your team spends managing it all. However, our bottleless coolers provide unlimited filtered water for a flat monthly fee. No hidden charges, no unexpected deliveries, and zero hassle.

And because you’re not creating any packaging waste, you’re significantly reducing your environmental impact. That’s a big win if your business is working toward sustainability goals, LEED certification, or simply trying to operate with less waste.

Looks Good, Too

An office that prioritizes sustainability and wellness deserves a water system that reflects those values. Office H2O systems are designed with both function and appearance in mind. They feature clean, modern lines and fit seamlessly into a variety of environments, whether it’s a breakroom, warehouse, waiting area, or open office kitchen.

We offer both floor-standing and countertop models, including touchless options for added convenience and hygiene. No matter the layout or design of your space, there’s a system that complements your environment while supporting your team’s hydration needs. Now, that’s how you get the best drinking water in the office.

Don’t Forget About Maintenance

One of the biggest hesitations businesses have about switching to a new system is maintenance. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to worry about it. When you rent a bottleless cooler from Office H2O, maintenance is built in.

We handle filter replacements, cleaning, and service support. If something needs attention, our team takes care of it. You don’t need to assign it to your facilities manager, nor do you need to call a third-party technician.

It’s just one more way we keep hydration simple, clean, and stress-free.

Call Office H2O at (866) 621-6910 or contact us to learn more. Because better water isn’t just possible, it’s already flowing right through your building.