Reverse Osmosis Systems Are Afforable For Most Families

The statement that Reverse Osmosis (RO) is expensive may be true or false depending on a variety of factors. But generally speaking, reverse osmosis systems do have a greater start-up cost than faucet and counter-top filters. Quality RO systems will last up to 10-15 years and should be looked at as a long term investment.

When it comes to filter replacement, in most instances RO systems only require pre-filters to be changed once a year with the RO membrane needing replacement every 3-5 years. Faucet filters will need replacement filters every 3 months because they usually have only one filter requiring constant attention. Overtime a period of time the RO costs are minimized but the quality of RO water is where the real value lies.
RO systems are typically 5 stage systems that use five separate and unique filter cartridges to address different contaminants. They include one sediment filter pre-filter, two carbon pre-filter, one RO membrane and one polish carbon filter. Countertop and faucet filters typically have one small carbon filter only. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to see why RO systems are the better solution and provide cleaner and purer drinking water. One quick method to test the quality of RO water vs filter is to make separate trays of ice cubes of both types of water. You will notice the RO water will provide much clearer ice cubes — an obvious indication that RO is superior quality water.

RO systems deliver much cleaner, healthier water and in the long run that means less visits to the doctor’s office. Healthier drinking water for ourselves and our families can be summed up in one word, PRICELESS.