6 Things to Know About A Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Systems

If you are considering buying a reverse osmosis (RO) water purification system, then there are some factors you may want to consider. For example, if you are consider installing a whole house reverse osmosis, then you can expect the price to be higher than a localized RO system. The following is a list of things that many homeowners find useful when deciding if a RO system is right for their home.

Consumable Prefilters

RO systems typically use two to three consumable prefilters. These are installed upstream from the actual osmosis membrane and are designed to trap bacteria, metals, sediment pesticides, and more. You will need to replace these filters as needed.

Installation Requirements

Most RO systems require the installer to drill a hole in the main drain pipe, as well as another hold in the sink countertop. Unless you are confident you can perform this task on your own, you can expect this to cost a few hundred dollars for a professional plumber to install.

Storage Capacity

If you sink has a garbage disposal attached to it, you will want to check the undersink storage space to make sure the RO system will properly fit. Typically, the storage tank of the RO system is about the same size as a basketball. This can take up most of your under sink space.

Water Usage

During the reverse osmosis process, the system will force water through the osmosis membrane to filter out impurities. The waste is collected in a solution and eliminated through the drain pipe. This can use excess water, averaging 3-15 gallons of wastewater for every gallon of water purified.

Flow Rate

RO systems can disrupt the normal flow rate and pressure of your water as it filters out impurities. If flow rate is important to you, you may want to consider if you will benefit from this device.

Filtration Experts

If you are looking to install a RO system or have any questions regarding this device, contact your friends at ACE! We can answer all your questions and help you figure out what type of filtration is right for you. Call us today!