Reverse-osmosis Units
Reverse-osmosis Units | Water Purification | Plumbing | South Pittsburg
Imagine turning on your tap in South Pittsburg and tasting nothing but crisp, clean refreshment—no chlorine bite, no metallic hint, just pure H₂O. HEP’s licensed plumbers make that moment possible by pairing expert craftsmanship with industry-leading reverse-osmosis technology. Our compact units strip away up to 99% of dissolved solids, chemicals, and lingering odors, delivering restaurant-quality hydration straight from your kitchen sink. It’s an effortless form of water purification that protects your family, your appliances, and even your morning coffee.
From the first consultation to routine filter changes, HEP handles every detail in-house, so you can skip the hardware store guesswork and weekend DIY headaches. We size each system for your home’s specific flow rate, tuck the unit neatly beneath the sink, and back our work with the area’s strongest satisfaction guarantee. Ready for better taste, longer-lasting fixtures, and fewer plastic bottles? Call or click today and let South Pittsburg’s local pros upgrade the way you drink, cook, and live.
FAQs
What specific contaminants do reverse-osmosis units remove from South Pittsburg’s water?
RO membranes reject particles down to 0.0001 microns, so they can eliminate more than 95 % of dissolved solids, including lead, arsenic, chromium, nitrates, and fluoride. In South Pittsburg we routinely see elevated hardness minerals (calcium and magnesium), trace iron from older pipes, chlorine by-products (THMs), and occasional agricultural run-off such as atrazine; an RO system paired with activated-carbon pre-filters captures all of these, delivering bottled-water quality straight from the tap.
How often do the filters and membrane need changing?
For an average four-person household using 2–3 gallons of purified water daily, sediment and carbon pre-filters should be replaced every 6 months, the carbon post-filter every 12 months, and the RO membrane every 24–36 months. If your incoming water has high sediment (common on wells around Battle Creek) or you notice a drop in flow/taste quality, change them sooner. Our service plans include automatic reminders and discounted cartridge bundles.
Is installation complicated—can I put an RO unit under my kitchen sink myself?
Most under-sink units are designed for DIY installation: you mount the faucet, connect a feed adapter to the cold-water line, install a drain saddle, and push-fit the tubing. The job takes 2–3 hours with basic tools. However, South Pittsburg homes built before 1986 may have narrow copper drain lines or galvanized supply pipes; in those cases we recommend professional installation to avoid leaks and to ensure compliance with Tennessee plumbing code (§62-6-120). Our technicians can typically complete the job in under an hour and provide a pressure test plus leak inspection.
Does RO water lack healthy minerals or taste "flat"?
Reverse osmosis does strip most dissolved minerals, which is why the water tastes very clean—some describe it as flat. Essential minerals are obtained primarily from food, not drinking water, so there is no nutritional risk. If you prefer a crisper taste, we offer remineralization cartridges that add a controlled amount of calcium and magnesium back into the water, raising the pH to a pleasant 7.5–8.0 without compromising purity.
How much water does an RO system waste and can I reduce it?
Standard residential membranes produce 1 gallon of pure water for every 3–4 gallons sent to the drain (a 25 % recovery rate). Newer high-efficiency systems paired with a permeate pump can reach 1:1 ratios, saving about 700 gallons per year for a family of four. You can also route the reject water to outdoor plants or a utility sink—just avoid watering salt-sensitive species because the concentrate contains all the removed minerals.
Will an RO unit protect my family during boil-water advisories or lead emergencies?
Yes. During a boil-water alert, pathogens such as E. coli can be present; the 0.0001-micron RO membrane blocks bacteria and viruses, and the pre-/post-carbon stages remove chlorine residuals that sometimes spike when the utility disinfects the lines. For lead, the membrane routinely achieves 97–99 % reduction, far exceeding EPA requirements. Keep in mind that the system must be properly maintained—replace filters on schedule and sanitize the storage tank annually to ensure safe operation.