Whole-home Reverse-osmosis
Whole-home Reverse-osmosis | Water Purification | Plumbing | Walland
Imagine turning on any tap in your Walland home and tasting crisp, refreshing water that’s free from chlorine, heavy metals, micro-plastics, and lingering odors. HEP’s whole-home reverse-osmosis system filters contaminants down to the molecular level, delivering bottled-quality hydration to every faucet, shower, and appliance. Beyond better flavor, you’ll notice softer skin, brighter laundry, and longer-lasting water heaters and dishwashers—because pure water means less scale and sediment buildup.
Our local, certified technicians handle everything from custom design to clean, code-compliant installation, usually in a single visit. You’ll gain real-time monitoring, low-maintenance filter changes, and the peace of mind that comes with dependable water purification right at the source. Ready to elevate daily life for your family and protect your investment in your Walland property? Call HEP today and experience the pure difference.
FAQs
What is a whole-home reverse-osmosis (RO) water purification system and how does it work?
A whole-home RO system is a point-of-entry treatment unit that purifies all the water coming into your Walland residence. Incoming water first passes through one or more sediment and carbon pre-filters that trap rust, sand, chlorine and organic chemicals. It is then forced, under pressure, through a semi-permeable RO membrane that removes dissolved solids down to 0.0001 microns—including salts, heavy metals and many microbes. The purified "permeate" water is collected in a pressurized storage tank, sent through a post-carbon or remineralizing filter for taste balancing, and finally delivered to every tap, shower and appliance in the house.
Why would homeowners in Walland benefit from installing a whole-home RO system?
Walland’s water—whether it comes from the local utility or a private well—often contains high hardness minerals, sediment from mountain runoff, and traces of agricultural chemicals. While municipal treatment meets federal standards, many families want an extra layer of protection and better-tasting water. A whole-home RO unit: • Protects plumbing, water heaters and appliances from scale buildup • Delivers bottle-quality water at every faucet, eliminating the need for countertop filters or bottled water • Removes up to 99% of contaminants of emerging concern (e.g., PFAS, pharmaceuticals) • Provides peace of mind for households with infants, immune-compromised members, or anyone sensitive to chlorine and minerals.
What specific contaminants will the RO system remove from Walland’s water supply?
Laboratory tests on local water samples show an RO membrane can cut 90-99% of: • Hardness minerals (calcium, magnesium) • Total dissolved solids (TDS) and sodium • Lead, arsenic, chromium and other heavy metals • Nitrates and nitrites from fertilizer runoff • Pesticides, herbicides and PFAS • Chlorine, chloramines and their disinfection by-products • Micro-plastics, cysts and many viruses/bacteria (when paired with a UV post-treatment). The result is clean, low-TDS water with improved taste, odor and clarity.
How is a whole-home RO system installed, and will it lower my water pressure?
Our technicians typically install the equipment in a basement, garage or utility room near the main water line. A standard setup includes: pre-filters, the RO membrane housing, a 100-200 gal storage tank, a repressurization pump, and optional UV or remineralization stages. Installation takes one to two days and involves a temporary water shut-off while plumbing connections are made. Because the RO process works slowly, a booster pump maintains household pressure at 40-60 psi—similar to city water pressure—so you should not notice a drop at faucets or showers.
What routine maintenance does a whole-home RO system in Walland require?
Proper upkeep is straightforward: • Sediment & carbon pre-filters: replace every 6-12 months, depending on water quality and usage • RO membrane: replace every 3-5 years (monitored via TDS readings) • Post-carbon/remineralizing filter: replace annually • Storage tank & plumbing: sanitize once a year • Booster pump: inspect annually and service every 5-7 years if needed Our service plans include scheduled filter changes, membrane performance checks and 24/7 support, ensuring your system continues to produce high-quality water.
How much does a whole-home RO system cost and what are the long-term savings?
For an average four-bedroom home in Walland, equipment typically runs $3,000-$8,000, with professional installation adding $1,000-$3,000. Annual operating costs (filters, membrane amortization, electricity for the pump) average $200-$400, or about 3-6 cents per gallon of purified water. Many families offset that expense by eliminating bottled water purchases, refrigerator filter cartridges and scale-related appliance repairs. The payback period is often three to five years, after which you continue to enjoy premium water quality and lower maintenance costs throughout the home.