Is Reverse Osmosis an Effective Water Treatment Method?

by | Dec 16, 2021 | Blog

Reverse osmosis water treatment is a process that removes contaminants from water using a semi-permeable membrane.

One of the benefits of reverse osmosis water treatment is that it can reduce the amount of salt in water. This makes reverse osmosis water treatment ideal for treating seawater and other salty water sources.

The best part is it can remove these contaminants without removing the beneficial minerals that are essential for our health.

Other benefits

  1. It is a safe method
    Reverse osmosis water treatment is also used to treat industrial wastewater. This helps protect the environment by reducing the number of pollutants released into waterways.
  2. Can produce drinking water
    In addition, reverse osmosis water treatment can be used to produce drinking water. This makes it an essential tool for providing safe drinking water in areas where access to clean water is limited.
  3. Suitable for small and big establishments
    Reverse osmosis systems are made in various sizes, making them suitable for both small and large-scale applications. They are usable in homes, businesses, and even large buildings.
  4. It is a relatively affordable method of water purification.

Two main classifications of reverse osmosis

There are two types of RO purification: 1) High-pressure and 2) Low-pressure.

  • High-pressure
    This method uses sophisticated filters and membrane filtration to improve drinking water quality.
    It is useful for those who want to make purified water from low-pressure sources such as those found in rural areas and also has additional options like deionization and carbon filtering, which can remove other contaminants like chlorine and herbicides.
  • Low-pressure
    Low-pressure uses a thin membrane that allows water molecules to pass through larger particles like salts or sugars.
    This method is the most common type of RO purification in homes because it requires less maintenance than high-pressure systems.

Note: Reverse osmosis is an effective method, but it can be inefficient and ineffective at removing pollutants from the water supply if not installed correctly.

So, it is crucial to use a professionally-installed system that uses high-quality filters and membranes, and you can get this only from professionals.

Contact The Plumbing Co. For Effective Water Treatment Services in  Santa Fe, NM, and the Surrounding areas

Besides reverse osmosis, we are a full-service plumbing company that provides efficient water treatment services, including:

  • Sediment Filters
  • Water Softeners
  • Backwashable Carbon Filters
  • Water Treatment for City or Well Water

We have 40+ years of experience installing and servicing these systems, and we only use high-quality components to ensure optimum performance.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, please call us today at  505-470-3030. We look forward to helping you get the clean, purified water you need for your home or business.