Reverse-osmosis Drinking Stations
Reverse-osmosis Drinking Stations | Water Purification | Plumbing | Delano
HEP brings Delano residents crystal-clear confidence with our expertly plumbed reverse-osmosis drinking stations, engineered to strip away sediments, chlorine tastes, and microscopic contaminants in one efficient sweep. From the moment water enters our multi-stage membranes to the final polished sip, every droplet is shepherded through food-grade tubing, pressure-balanced valves, and leak-proof fittings—installed and tested by certified local technicians who treat your home as carefully as their own.
Whether you’re filling a baby’s bottle, brewing café-quality coffee, or just quenching a post-workout thirst, our systems deliver peace of mind through advanced water purification you can taste. Schedule an on-site assessment today and discover how seamlessly HEP can integrate healthier, better-tasting water into your kitchen, office, or community space—backed by transparent pricing, rapid service calls, and a satisfaction guarantee that flows as reliably as the water we provide.
FAQs
What is reverse-osmosis (RO) and how does it improve the drinking water quality in Delano?
Reverse-osmosis is a multi-stage filtration process that forces water through a semi-permeable membrane. The membrane has pores small enough (0.0001 microns) to block dissolved salts, lead, nitrates, arsenic, volatile organic compounds, micro-plastics and many other contaminants frequently detected in municipal and well supplies around Delano. The result is fresh-tasting, low-TDS water that meets or exceeds EPA and State of California drinking standards without the odor, chlorine taste or hardness associated with tap water.
Does my home or business need special plumbing modifications to install an RO drinking station?
Most installations only require a dedicated cold-water feed under the sink, a 110-volt outlet for the booster pump (on larger systems) and a drain connection for the reject water line. Our technicians typically add an angle-stop adapter valve, food-grade tubing and a small air-gap faucet on the countertop. For commercial break-rooms or schools we can also tie the purified line into existing drinking fountains, ice makers and coffee brewers. No structural changes or new drain lines are normally needed, and the system fits neatly in the base cabinet.
How often do I have to change RO filters and is maintenance complicated?
Routine service is straightforward: 3 pre-filters (sediment and dual carbon) are replaced every 6–12 months; the membrane generally lasts 2–4 years depending on Delano’s incoming water quality; and the post-carbon polishing filter is swapped annually. We sanitize the storage tank and check pressure at each visit. Homeowners can do it themselves with quick-connect cartridges, but most customers choose our low-cost annual maintenance plan, which includes parts, labor and water-quality testing to verify the system is performing within specification.
What happens to the ‘waste’ water produced by an RO system?
During purification, RO units send a concentrated stream of impurities to the drain—typically 3 parts waste to 1 part purified on older systems, and as low as 1:1 on our high-efficiency models. The brine is harmless tap water with elevated minerals and chlorine. For eco-conscious users, we offer permeate-pump upgrades and zero-waste kits that route the concentrate to your hot-water line or irrigation, cutting municipal water usage by up to 80 %.
How does an RO drinking station compare with bottled water in terms of cost and environmental impact?
At typical Delano utility rates, producing one gallon of RO water costs about $0.02—including filter replacement—versus $0.89–$1.29 for most single-serve bottles. Over a year a family of four can save $550–$750 and eliminate roughly 1,500 plastic bottles (40 lb of plastic waste). In addition, local delivery trucks no longer need to transport pallets of water, lowering CO₂ emissions.
Is reverse-osmosis water too ‘pure’? Will it remove beneficial minerals my body needs?
RO does strip out the majority of dissolved minerals, but drinking water contributes less than 5 % of your daily mineral intake—the rest comes from food. To satisfy customers who prefer the taste of mineralized water, we offer optional pH-balanced remineralization cartridges that add back healthy calcium and magnesium, raising alkalinity to a natural 7.5–8.2. Either way, RO water is perfectly safe and hydrating according to the World Health Organization.