Reverse-osmosis Membranes
Reverse-osmosis Membranes | Water Purification | Plumbing | Dayton
Picture a glass filled straight from your tap that tastes crisp, clear, and refreshingly pure—that’s what HEP brings to homes and businesses across Dayton. Our reverse-osmosis membranes strip away dissolved solids, chlorine, lead, nitrates, and the lingering aftertastes that standard filters miss. Installed by licensed plumbers who know local water conditions inside out, each system is engineered for maximum efficiency, whisper-quiet operation, and low-cost maintenance, so you can pour confidence every time you turn on the faucet.
From the first consultation to the final pressure test, we handle everything with the precision your family deserves. You’ll receive real-time TDS readings, smart-monitor alerts when cartridges need changing, and a compact design that tucks neatly under any sink. Choose HEP and upgrade your daily routine with effortless water purification you can taste.
FAQs
How does a reverse-osmosis (RO) system purify water, and what contaminants does it remove?
Reverse-osmosis forces tap water through a semipermeable membrane with microscopic pores (≈0.0001 micron). Larger molecules and ions—including lead, arsenic, chromium, fluoride, nitrates, PFAS, pharmaceuticals, chlorine by-products, and most dissolved salts—are rejected and flushed to drain, while only almost-pure H₂O passes to the storage tank. A set of pre-filters (sediment and carbon) protects the membrane by first trapping rust, sand, and chlorine. A post-filter polishes the water just before it reaches your faucet, ensuring crisp taste and virtually 99 % contaminant reduction. The result is bottle-quality water on demand, straight from your Dayton tap.
Why is professional installation important for RO membranes in my Dayton home?
Municipal water in Dayton is relatively hard (≈9–12 gpg) and contains moderate levels of chlorine and dissolved minerals that can shorten membrane life if pretreatment is not sized correctly. Our licensed plumbers test your specific water, choose the right sediment and carbon pre-filters, confirm adequate water pressure (50–100 psi), and install an automatic shut-off valve, drain saddle, and dedicated faucet that meet local plumbing code. Properly routed tubing prevents leaks, and we sanitize the system before use. A professional installation protects your cabinets, preserves warranty coverage, and maximizes membrane efficiency—saving you money over the long term.
How often should RO membranes and filters be replaced in the Dayton area?
With Dayton’s average household water usage and hardness, we recommend: • Sediment filter every 6–12 months (earlier if you notice pressure drop). • Carbon pre-filters every 6–12 months to keep chlorine away from the membrane. • The RO membrane every 24–36 months, or when the total dissolved solids (TDS) rejection rate falls below 80 %. • Post-carbon polishing filter every 12 months for optimal taste. We offer annual service plans that include TDS testing, sanitization, and all filter changes so you never have to guess. These intervals may shorten if you rely on well water or have exceptionally high TDS; our technicians will advise after on-site testing.
Is an RO system wasteful of water, and can it be optimized?
Traditional 4-stage RO units produce about 3–4 gallons of brine for every gallon of purified water. Newer high-efficiency membranes we install in Dayton reduce the waste ratio to as low as 1:1 by using larger, low-back-pressure flow restrictors and permeate pump technology. We can also route the reject line to your garden or sump pit if local code allows. Because the average family drinks only 2–3 gallons of RO water a day, total rejected water is roughly equal to one toilet flush—minimal compared with other household uses. Our team will size the system for your family’s exact needs to keep waste to a minimum.
What maintenance and support services do you provide after installation?
We offer three levels of ongoing support: 1) Annual Tune-Up—includes complete sanitization, filter replacement, pressure check, and TDS test. 2) Priority Plan—everything in the Tune-Up plus on-call leak response within 24 hours and a 10 % discount on parts. 3) Full-Care Subscription—covers unlimited service visits, all filters and membranes, and free upgrades to new technology every five years. All plans come with digital reminders and detailed service logs for warranty proof. Should you sell your home, we provide a transfer certificate to reassure buyers of system integrity.
Will installing an RO system lower water pressure or require changes to my existing plumbing?
A standard under-sink RO has its own 3- to 4-gallon pressurized storage tank that delivers water to a dedicated faucet at 30–40 psi—comfortable for filling pots and bottles. It does not noticeably affect the pressure at your regular kitchen tap or appliances. During installation we add a simple feed adapter to the cold-water line and a saddle valve to the drain; no major re-piping is needed. If you want RO water at your refrigerator or ice maker, we can run ¼-inch tubing through the basement ceiling cavity with minimal drywall disturbance. All work complies with the Ohio Plumbing Code and passes local inspection if required.