Reverse-osmosis Solutions
Reverse-osmosis Solutions | Water Purification | Plumbing | Kingston
In Kingston, HEP’s licensed plumbers bring crystal-clear confidence to every kitchen with advanced reverse-osmosis technology that filters up to 99 % of dissolved solids, chlorine, and micro-contaminants. Our compact systems slip neatly under the sink, run whisper-quiet, and deliver a refreshing difference you can taste—perfect for morning coffee, baby formula, or that post-workout bottle. From century-old limestone homes to modern waterfront condos, we tailor each install to the unique demands of your space and water chemistry.
What truly makes the experience seamless is our end-to-end care. We handle precise sizing, expert installation, and automatic filter-change reminders so you never have to question your water purification again. Enjoy transparent pricing, same-week appointments, and HEP’s 100 % satisfaction guarantee—then raise a glass to the purest pour in Kingston.
FAQs
How does a reverse-osmosis (RO) system purify my water?
Reverse-osmosis forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that has pores about 0.0001 microns wide. Pressurised feed water is separated into two streams: purified permeate that passes through the membrane and a concentrated reject stream that carries dissolved solids, chemicals, and microorganisms to the drain. Pre-filters remove sediment, chlorine, and organics before the membrane; a post-filter polishes taste and odour after. The result is exceptionally low-TDS water ideal for drinking, cooking, and specialty appliances.
What contaminants will your RO solutions remove from Kingston’s municipal or well water?
Our NSF-certified RO systems typically remove 90-99 % of total dissolved solids (TDS) and effectively reduce lead, arsenic, nitrates, fluoride, sodium, hardness minerals, PFAS, pharmaceuticals, chlorine, chloramine by-products, cysts (Giardia, Cryptosporidium), and most bacteria and viruses. Independent water tests for Kingston samples show TDS reduction from ~300 ppm to <15 ppm and lead levels below the detection limit (<1 ppb) after treatment.
What capacity options are available for homes and businesses in Kingston?
• Residential under-sink units: 50–100 gallons per day (GPD) with 3–5-stage filtration and 3–4 gal storage tanks. • Whole-home (point-of-entry) RO: 500–1,500 GPD with atmospheric storage and repressurisation pump—popular for private wells with high salt or nitrate. • Light commercial models: 300–2,000 GPD for cafés, medical clinics, aquariums, and breweries. We size each system after analysing feed-water quality, required flow, and peak-demand patterns to ensure continuous supply and membrane longevity.
How often do I need to change filters and membranes, and do you provide maintenance?
Sediment and carbon pre-filters are replaced every 6–12 months depending on water quality and usage. The RO membrane typically lasts 3–5 years, but we verify performance annually with TDS testing. Post-carbon filters are changed yearly. We offer affordable maintenance plans that include reminders, on-site service, filter changes, system sanitisation, and a 10-point inspection. DIY customers can purchase OEM filters from our Kingston showroom or online store with step-by-step guides.
Does an RO system waste a lot of water? How efficient are your units?
Conventional RO units send 3–4 gallons of reject water down the drain for every gallon of purified water. Our high-efficiency models use pressure-boost pumps and 1:1 or 2:1 recovery membranes, cutting waste by up to 75 %. Reject water can be routed to a grey-water line for toilet flushing or irrigation if local by-laws permit. During installation we measure feed pressure and optimise flow restrictors to ensure the lowest practical wastewater ratio.
What is the installation process and do you handle local permits and inspections?
1. Free on-site assessment and water test. 2. Written proposal with equipment specs, costs, and plumbing layout. 3. Scheduling: most under-sink installs take 2 hours; whole-home systems 4–6 hours including storage tank setup. 4. Our licensed Kingston plumbers handle all plumbing modifications, dedicated drinking-water faucet installation, drain saddle placement, and electrical work for booster pumps. 5. We pull any required municipal backflow or building permits and coordinate inspections. 6. Final hand-over includes water-quality verification, customer training, and a 5-year workmanship warranty.