Osmosis Water System Functionality
What is a Reverse Osmosis Water System?
Reverse Osmosis is a multi-stage filtration system designed to remove up to 97% of all dissolved minerals from your water. In this intensive process, your water will come out just as good, if not better, than any bottled water you can buy in a store. At Culligan Water, serving Oklahoma City, we know water quality and minerality are diverse from neighborhood to neighborhood, requiring custom solutions designed to filter contaminants local to your household. We’ve worked hard to develop an under sink Reverse Osmosis filtration system that uses specialized filtration cartridges to customize the treatment process to your home’s water. Our custom solutions offer among the best reverse osmosis systems in the OKC area. Unsure of your water quality? Click here to arrange a completely free water test, no strings attached!
How Does a Reverse Osmosis Water System Work?
Reverse Osmosis systems use pressure to force water molecules through a semipermeable membrane that filters, contaminates, and flushes them out, leaving you with a clear, clean, tasty glass of high-quality water. This membrane is capable of filtering out most contaminants. Much of Oklahoma City’s water comes from surface sources like Lake Atoka and Lake Hefner, so our water is more likely to contain agricultural runoff and pollutants. Our filtration system can filter up to 97% of those dissolved contaminants and give you and your family peace of mind. Have questions about other reverse osmosis water benefits there are? Contact us today!
Signs You Need Reverse Osmosis Filtration
When it comes to determining if a Reverse Osmosis water filtration system is suitable for your household, there are a couple of warning signs to look out for:
- High levels of lead: Lead is rarely found naturally in water and is typically due to old lead pipes. Drinking water with high lead levels is not healthy over the long haul and should be avoided.
- High levels of Chromium 6: Chromium 6 is a more recent contaminant found in some drinking water. Suspected to be a carcinogen, Chromium 6 should not be ingested by anyone if possible. If you’re worried about Chromium 6 in your water, have us test it. If levels are low, you have peace of mind. If not, it may be time to invest in a Reverse Osmosis system.
- Water smells like Chlorine: Water treatment systems often use Chlorine to clean their water, but it can be overpowering. We can fix that right up!
- Water tastes salty: Salty water is a sign of high sulfate concentrations.
- Water tastes bitter: This is a sign your water’s pH balance is incorrect.
- High levels of Arsenic: Arsenic can be naturally occurring or a result of agricultural products. At high levels, it can affect your health.
If you’ve noticed any of these signs or aren’t sure what’s in your water, call us today so we can test it and provide you peace of mind!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Reverse Osmosis units run on electricity?
- No, they run on water pressure.
Is Reverse Osmosis water as good as bottled water?
- Yes, the Reverse Osmosis system provides a great-tasting product. Most bottled water companies use Reverse Osmosis on their water before bottling it, so you get bottled water quality from the tap.
Do I need a Reverse Osmosis system when my refrigerator water is filtered?
- Most fridge filters filter out carbon, which is a great starting point, but they can miss other dissolved minerals and chemicals. Reverse Osmosis offers a more complete filtering process, giving you more confidence in your water.
How can I get a Reverse Osmosis filter installed?
- At Culligan Water, we’ve got all the tools you need to provide you with a great glass of water every pour. Our team will test your water, and if a Reverse Osmosis system is required, we will install it for you.