Reverse-osmosis Drinking
Reverse-osmosis Drinking | Water Purification | Plumbing | Powell
Imagine crystal-clear, great-tasting water flowing from every designated tap in your Powell home—no clunky pitchers, no plastic bottles, just pure refreshment on demand. HEP’s reverse-osmosis systems pressurize ordinary supply lines through multiple micro-membrane stages, stripping away dissolved solids, chlorine, heavy metals, and even microscopic contaminants that most filters miss. The result is a noticeably smoother mouthfeel and a clean, neutral flavor that lets coffee, tea, and cooking ingredients truly shine.
Our licensed plumbers install each unit discretely under the sink or in the basement, routing sleek, dedicated faucets or refrigerator lines while maintaining full water pressure throughout your household. Ongoing support is just a phone call away; we offer reminder alerts for cartridge changes, annual wellness checkups, and direct-to-door filter delivery, so your commitment to water purification never slips through the cracks. Taste the difference, feel the peace of mind, and enjoy the hometown service Powell families have trusted for decades.
FAQs
What is reverse-osmosis (RO) drinking water, and how does it work?
Reverse-osmosis forces household water through a semipermeable membrane that has microscopic pores (≈0.0001 micron). Dissolved salts, lead, arsenic, PFAS, nitrates, pesticides, and most bacteria or viruses are rejected, while clean H₂O molecules pass through. A series of pre-filters (sediment and carbon) protects the membrane, and a final carbon “polishing” filter improves taste before the water reaches your dedicated RO faucet.
Is an RO system really necessary in Powell if our municipal water is already treated?
Powell’s city water meets federal safety standards, but those standards do not require removal of emerging contaminants such as PFAS, pharmaceutical residues, or dissolved minerals that affect taste. An RO system provides an extra barrier, giving you bottled-water quality at the tap, removing up to 99% of total dissolved solids and many substances that standard treatment or refrigerator filters miss.
Where is the RO unit installed, and will it take up much space?
Most residential RO systems fit under the kitchen sink. The package includes pre-filters, the membrane housing, a 3–4-gallon pressurized storage tank, and a separate drinking-water faucet we mount on the sink or countertop. Typical footprint is about 15" × 15" and 18" tall, leaving room for cleaning supplies in most cabinets. If space is tight, we can install slimline or remote-tank models in a nearby basement or utility room.
How often do I need to replace filters and the membrane?
For Powell’s water conditions, sediment and carbon pre-filters should be changed every 6–12 months, depending on usage and chlorine levels. The RO membrane typically lasts 3–5 years. A simple total-dissolved-solids (TDS) meter reading above 15–20 ppm or a noticeable drop in flow indicates it’s time to change the membrane. Our service plans handle all filter changes, sanitization, and performance testing on schedule.
What does installation cost, and can it be integrated with my refrigerator or ice maker?
Standard under-sink installation in the Powell area starts around $425 for labor, plus the cost of the RO unit (most homeowners choose systems in the $350–$600 range). We can run an additional ¼" line to your refrigerator or ice machine for about $75–$125, giving you RO-quality ice and chilled water. Estimates are free, and we offer financing and military/senior discounts.
How much water does an RO system waste, and is it environmentally friendly?
Modern 1:1-efficiency membranes produce one gallon of pure water for every gallon sent to the drain—far better than older 4:1 ratios. The wastewater is comparable to a few extra toilet flushes per day for a family of four. Because each RO gallon replaces a purchased plastic bottle, most homeowners see a net environmental benefit within a few weeks, along with significant cost savings over store-bought water.