Reverse-osmosis Systems
Reverse-osmosis Systems | Water Purification | Plumbing | Calhoun
Imagine turning on the tap in your Calhoun home and tasting mountain-fresh clarity in every sip. HEP’s reverse-osmosis systems strip away up to 99% of dissolved solids, chlorine, and heavy metals, leaving nothing but crisp, clean H₂O. From under-sink units that fit in tight spaces to whole-home configurations, our licensed plumbers size, install, and test each component so you never second-guess what’s flowing from your faucet.
Choose local expertise backed by decades of service across North Georgia. With 24/7 support, financing options, and scheduled filter-change reminders, we make water purification effortless—so you can spend less time worrying about your family’s health and more time enjoying perfectly pure water in every glass.
FAQs
What contaminants can a reverse-osmosis (RO) system remove from Calhoun’s municipal or well water?
An RO membrane has microscopic pores (about 0.0001 micron) that screen out up to 99% of dissolved solids, salts, lead, arsenic, nitrates, fluoride, chromium, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and many other organic and inorganic impurities. The multi-stage systems we install for Calhoun homes also include sediment and carbon pre-filters that trap rust, sand, chlorine, chloramines, and foul tastes and odors before the water reaches the RO membrane, giving you crisp, great-tasting water straight from the tap.
How often do the filters and membrane need to be replaced?
Most Calhoun households can expect to change the sediment and carbon pre-filters every 6–12 months, depending on water usage and local water quality. The RO membrane typically lasts 2–3 years, and the post-carbon polishing filter is usually swapped out annually. Our service technicians record installation dates on each cartridge and offer auto-reminder programs so you never miss a change and your system continues to operate at peak efficiency.
Will an RO system increase my water bill because of wastewater?
Modern RO units are much more efficient than earlier generations. The high-performance models we stock have recovery ratios of 1:1 or better—meaning roughly one gallon of wastewater for every gallon of purified water produced. For a family of four in Calhoun, that translates to only a few extra dollars per month on your water bill. We also offer optional permeate-pump upgrades that cut wastewater by up to 80% and boost production without electricity.
Can the purified water be routed to my refrigerator, ice maker, or coffee machine?
Yes. During installation we can run a dedicated ¼-inch food-grade line from the RO storage tank to your fridge, ice maker, or any appliance that accepts a filtered-water feed. This gives you crystal-clear ice cubes and better-tasting coffee, tea, and soups—all from a single RO system. If appliances are on the opposite side of the kitchen, we use NSF-certified tubing and discreet routing through cabinetry, crawl spaces, or basements.
What routine maintenance or service do you offer for Calhoun residents?
We provide turnkey service packages that include annual filter changes, membrane testing, sanitizing the system, pressure-tank checks, leak inspections, and performance logging. Emergency service calls are available 24/7, and all installations come with a one-year labor warranty plus manufacturer warranties on components. Customers in Calhoun city limits also enjoy free first-year maintenance with any new RO installation.
Is reverse-osmosis water too “pure” or acidic for everyday drinking and cooking?
RO water is slightly lower in mineral content than typical tap water, so its pH hovers around 6.5–7—well within the safe, neutral range recommended by the EPA. It is completely safe for infants, pets, cooking, and brewing beverages. If you prefer a hint of natural minerals, we can add a remineralization cartridge that reintroduces healthy calcium and magnesium, raising the pH and giving the water a spring-water taste without compromising purity.