Reverse-osmosis Units
Reverse-osmosis Units | Water Purification | Plumbing | Belvidere
HEP brings crystal-clear confidence to homes and businesses across Belvidere with expertly installed reverse-osmosis units that strip away impurities molecule by molecule. Our licensed plumbers integrate sleek, high-efficiency systems right into your existing lines, so every glass you pour tastes spring-fresh without the plastic-bottle guilt. From the initial pressure test to the final faucet check, you’ll see why neighbors call us first when they want science-grade purity and hometown service bundled into one tidy installation.
We back every project with straightforward pricing, quick turnaround, and a satisfaction guarantee that keeps your family, coffee makers, and ice cubes happy for years. Join the growing list of Belvidere customers who trust HEP for hassle-free water purification delivered by people who know plumbing inside and out—then raise a toast to purity you can taste.
FAQs
What contaminants does a reverse-osmosis (RO) system remove from Belvidere’s municipal or well water?
Our RO units use a multi-stage membrane capable of reducing up to 99% of dissolved salts, lead, arsenic, nitrates, PFAS, chlorine by-products, pharmaceuticals, and many other microscopic impurities commonly found in Belvidere water sources. The result is bottle-quality drinking water straight from your tap.
How is an RO system installed in my Belvidere home?
A compact RO module is mounted under the kitchen sink (or in the basement) and tied into the cold-water line with a feed valve. A small faucet is installed at the sink for purified water, and a ¼-inch drain line is connected to the sink’s trap for concentrate discharge. Most installations take 2–3 hours and do not require modifications to existing plumbing beyond simple saddle valves and faucet drilling.
How often do the filters and membrane need to be replaced?
Pre-filters (sediment and carbon) should be replaced every 6–12 months, depending on usage and sediment load. The RO membrane generally lasts 3–5 years when Belvidere water pressure is within the recommended 40–80 psi range and chlorine/chloramine is adequately removed by the carbon pre-filter. Our service plans include annual visits to keep everything on schedule.
What is the typical water waste ratio and can it be improved?
Standard RO units send 3–4 gallons of concentrate to the drain for every gallon of purified water produced. By adding our optional permeate pump or high-efficiency membrane, the waste ratio can be cut to 1:1 or better, saving hundreds of gallons per month for an average Belvidere household.
Will an RO system lower my water pressure or flow at the kitchen faucet?
Purified water is delivered from a 3–4-gallon pressurized storage tank, so flow at the dedicated RO faucet is comparable to filling from a refrigerator dispenser. Your main kitchen faucet and whole-house pressure remain unaffected because the RO system draws only a small feed stream from the cold-water line.
What upfront and ongoing costs should I expect?
A complete under-sink RO package, installed by our licensed Belvidere plumbing team, ranges from $450–$750 depending on options. Annual operating costs—which include three pre-filters and an optional post-filter—average $60–$90. Membrane replacement every few years adds about $80–$120 when needed, making RO one of the most cost-effective sources of purified water available.