Reverse Osmosis
Reverse Osmosis | Water Purification | Plumbing | Fayetteville
Imagine turning on your tap in Fayetteville and tasting nothing but fresh, crisp H₂O—no chlorine tang, no lingering odors, just pure refreshment. HEP’s licensed plumbers install high-efficiency reverse osmosis systems that strip away up to 99% of dissolved solids, heavy metals, and micro-contaminants. Each custom setup fits neatly under your sink, delivering bottle-quality water on demand while reducing plastic waste and saving you money on store-bought alternatives.
From the first phone call to final pressure test, our team handles everything: free in-home water analyses, fast installation, and ongoing filter maintenance reminders. You’ll enjoy quieter appliances, spot-free dishes, and the peace of mind that comes from reliable water purification backed by a hometown crew that’s been serving Fayetteville for decades. Ready to raise a glass to cleaner water? Give HEP a call today and taste the difference for yourself.
FAQs
What contaminants will a reverse-osmosis (RO) system remove from Fayetteville’s municipal water?
Fayetteville’s drinking water comes primarily from the Cape Fear River and is treated by Fayetteville PWC, yet trace amounts of chlorine, chloramines, hardness minerals, dissolved salts, PFAS (so-called “forever chemicals”), lead from older plumbing, and sediment can still reach the tap. A properly sized RO unit forces water through a semipermeable membrane that rejects 90–99 % of total dissolved solids. It also employs pre-filters that trap rust, sand, and chlorine, and a post carbon filter that polishes taste and odor. The result is water that is virtually free of heavy metals, PFAS, nitrates, fluoride, pharmaceuticals, and most microorganisms, giving your family an extra layer of protection beyond city treatment.
How is an RO system installed in my kitchen plumbing?
A compact RO module is typically mounted in the cabinet beneath your kitchen sink. Our technicians install a dedicated feed line from the cold-water shut-off valve to the pre-filter, route purified water to a 2–4 gallon storage tank, and add a separate lead-free faucet on the sink deck for dispensing purified water. A small drain saddle is attached to the sink’s drain line to carry reject water away. If you have a refrigerator or ice maker nearby, we can T-off the RO line so your ice cubes and water dispenser benefit as well. The entire installation usually takes 2–3 hours, requires only minor drilling for the faucet, and is completely reversible if you remodel later.
How often do I need to change the filters and membrane?
For average Fayetteville households (4–5 gallons of RO water per day), the sediment and carbon pre-filters should be changed every 6–12 months to prevent chlorine from damaging the membrane. The RO membrane itself lasts 2–3 years, depending on incoming water quality and pressure (Fayetteville PWC averages 50–70 psi, which is ideal). The final carbon polishing filter is also replaced annually. Our service plans include annual visits where we perform a complete sanitization, pressure-test the tank, change filters, and check TDS to verify membrane performance, so you never have to track dates or buy cartridges yourself.
Does a reverse-osmosis system waste water?
All undersink RO units send a portion of feed water to the drain to flush away dissolved contaminants. Modern 4-stage systems we install use a 1:1 to 2:1 ratio—about one to two gallons of drain water for every gallon of purified water, far lower than older 4:1 units. At typical household usage, this adds only a few dollars per year to your water bill. We can also incorporate a permeate-pump upgrade that uses the system’s own reject flow (no electricity) to boost efficiency to nearly 1:1 while raising production speed.
What does it cost to purchase and maintain an RO system in Fayetteville?
A high-quality, NSF-certified 5-stage RO system with professional installation by our licensed Fayetteville plumbers ranges from $450–$650, depending on options such as a designer faucet finish or refrigerator hook-up. Annual maintenance (filter set, labor, sanitization) runs $120–$150. Over five years, the cost averages less than $0.40 per gallon—far cheaper and greener than bottled water, with the convenience of unlimited supply at your sink.
Why should I hire a local Fayetteville plumber rather than install an RO kit myself?
While big-box DIY kits exist, professional installation ensures leak-free connections to your copper, PEX, or CPVC plumbing, correct sizing of saddle valves (which must meet NC Plumbing Code), and proper air-gap drainage to prevent backflow. We pressure-test every joint, register your system’s warranty, and haul away packaging. As a Fayetteville-based company, we’re minutes away if you ever need service, and our work is backed by a one-year labor warranty plus full manufacturer coverage on parts. The peace of mind—and the protection of your cabinets and floors—far outweigh the small savings of a DIY attempt.