Are All Reverse Osmosis Systems The Same

When you want to improve your home’s drinking water, you have several options. For purified water, you need a reverse osmosis system. Yet, one frequent question that arises is, “Are all reverse osmosis systems the same?” There are differences between reverse osmosis systems, which means they are not all the same. Learning more about these differences can help you choose the best home water filtration system for Las Vegas.

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What Is a Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System?

A reverse osmosis (RO) water filtration system uses pressure to force water through various filter stages and a semi-permeable RO membrane. After the water is passed through the system, it will have removed up to 99% of impurities from drinking water.

The Benefits of a Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System

There are several benefits of filtering water with a reverse osmosis system, especially here in Las Vegas, including:

Removes impurities: RO systems remove up to 99% of impurities, such as heavy metals, chemicals, and bacteria, from drinking water.
Improves taste: With the impurities removed, drinking water is cleaner and tastes better.
Easy maintenance: RO systems are easy to maintain by simply changing the filters and RO membrane at set intervals.
Saves money: You no longer have to buy bottled water since you can create your own purified water whenever you want.
Energy efficient: RO systems use little electricity, if any, to create clean, filtered water.
Improves health: Adding an alkaline filter to an RO system provides several health benefits.

How Does Reverse Osmosis Filtration Work?

RO filtration forces water through the various filters and reverse osmosis membrane. The water is gradually purified at each stage until it comes out the other side, and up to 99% of the contaminants are removed.

Stages

Sediment pre-filter: The water is passed through a sediment filter to remove rust, dirt, and other larger particles from the drinking water.
Activated carbon filter: The second stage pushes the water through an activated carbon filter to remove odors, heavy metals, and chlorine, improving the smell and taste of drinking water.
Reverse osmosis membrane: During this stage, the water is forced through the RO membrane, where any remaining contaminants are removed.
Activated carbon post-filter: The water is carbon filtered a second time to remove any trace metals and chlorine still in the water.
Remineralization filter: This stage adds some calcium and magnesium back into the water, which is healthy for the body.

Depending on the type of RO system, not all systems will have all of these stages. Basic systems generally have three stages, while more advanced systems can have four or five. You can also replace the remineralization filter with an alkaline one, providing additional health benefits.

Types of Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration Systems

There are generally two types of reverse osmosis water filtration systems people have installed in their homes. These are on-the-counter models and under-sink systems. There are also whole-home RO water filtration systems that create filter water for the entire house, but these are very expensive. This is why people usually get an RO system installed in their kitchen since this is typically where most drinking water is obtained.

On-The-Counter Water Filters

This type of RO system sits on top of a counter. It is compact in size, easy to install, easy to maintain, and can be taken with you whenever you move. For this reason, on-the-counter RO systems are highly popular with renters. However, they can take longer to create filtered water than under-sink systems.

Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Water Filters

Under-sink RO water filters are installed under the sink where you want filtered water. While primarily installed in the kitchen, some people also install them in their bathrooms. Some of the various options available with under-sink models include:

Tank or tankless: Tank systems have a storage tank to store filtered water, which provides water without having to wait. Tankless systems take up less space, and most people think the water tastes fresher because it is being made on demand.
Specialized filters: Under-sink systems allow you to use specialized filters, such as remineralization and alkaline filters.
Easy monitoring and touch-free filter replacement: Some of our under-sink models make it easy to monitor filter and RO membrane status so you know when they need to be replaced. The replacement process is touch-free, which makes it quick and easy to change filters and the RO membrane.

The Best Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration Systems for Las Vegas

When you want the best RO water filtration system in Las Vegas, you have a few different options depending on your specific needs:

GRO-450 Reverse Osmosis System: The GRO-450 system provides efficient filtered water for your home. It has a 1:1 efficiency rating, producing one gallon of filtered water for every one gallon of wastewater. It can make up to 50 gallons of filtered water daily and also includes a storage tank.
Alkaline Water Reverse Osmosis System: Alkaline water RO systems are gaining popularity due to the health benefits alkaline water provides. These systems also balance the PH of water and reduce acidity.
RWQC Reverse Osmosis System: The RWQC RO system features quick, touch-free filters and built-in water quality monitors, so you always know the quality of your drinking water.

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Get a Free Reverse Osmosis System With the Purchase of a Quad 80 Water Softener System

When considering RO systems for your Las Vegas home, it is important to remember Las Vegas has some of the hardest water in the country. Even when it is passed through an RO system, the hard water will create scale and lime buildup inside the filters and RO membrane. This reduces their efficiency and requires you to replace them more often.

Additionally, your RO system could wear out much sooner because of the damage caused by excessively hard water. The best way to treat hard water and improve your home’s water quality is to get a Quad 80 water softener system and get your RO system for free from Rain Water Conditioning of Las Vegas.

Softened water is easier on your RO system and allows it to purify water more quickly since minerals, calcium, and magnesium are already removed. You can still add back healthy levels of calcium and magnesium with a remineralization filler or alkaline filter.

Some of the benefits of softened water include:

Easier on your home’s plumbing
Water heaters, washing machines, and dishwashers operate more effectively
Less soap and cleaning products are needed when bathing, doing dishes, mopping, or running laundry
Clothes washed in softened water last longer and do not fade as quickly
Hair, skin, and nails feel softer

Call the Pros at Rain Water Conditioning of Las Vegas

Rain Water Conditioning of Las Vegas is one of the top providers of water softeners, reverse osmosis systems, and whole-house solutions in Las Vegas. We are happy to assist you in determining which type of RO system is best for your home and if you could also benefit from a water softener.

We are a family-owned business and do not operate on commissions or pushy sales tactics. We enjoy helping people find the water filtration and condition solutions that work best for their homes. We also can custom-design solutions and have unrivaled warranties on our water softeners and RO systems.

Our range of services includes:

Water softener and RO system repairs and maintenance
Salt delivery service
RO filter and membrane changes
Water softener and RO system installation

For further assistance in choosing a water softener and RO system, please feel free to visit our Las Vegas showroom or contact us to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation.

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