Reverse Osmosis System Installation in Gatineau
If you want the purest possible drinking water in your home, reverse osmosis (RO) is the answer. RO systems remove up to 99% of contaminants, providing water that rivals or exceeds bottled water quality—right from your tap. Plombier Gatineau installs and services reverse osmosis systems throughout Gatineau, giving families access to premium drinking water.
How Reverse Osmosis Works
The Process
Reverse osmosis forces water through a semi-permeable membrane with pores so tiny that only water molecules pass through. Contaminants are left behind and flushed away.
Multiple Filtration Stages
Typical RO systems include multiple stages: a sediment pre-filter removes particles that could damage the membrane, a carbon pre-filter removes chlorine and organic compounds, the RO membrane removes dissolved contaminants, and a carbon post-filter polishes the water for best taste.
What RO Removes
Reverse osmosis effectively removes dissolved minerals and salts, lead, arsenic, and heavy metals, nitrates and nitrites, fluoride, bacteria and viruses, pharmaceuticals, and chlorine and chloramine.
Benefits of RO Water
Superior Taste
Without contaminants affecting flavor, RO water tastes clean and pure. Coffee and tea taste better, and cooking water doesn't affect food flavors.
Health Protection
Removing contaminants provides peace of mind, especially for families with young children, elderly members, or those with compromised immune systems.
Cost Savings
Stop buying bottled water. An RO system pays for itself while providing unlimited pure water.
Environmental Benefits
Eliminating plastic water bottles reduces environmental impact.
Installation Options
Under-Sink Systems
The most common residential installation, under-sink RO systems treat water at a dedicated faucet, typically in the kitchen. They include a small storage tank for treated water.
Whole-House Systems
For complete coverage, whole-house RO treats all water entering your home. More complex and expensive, but provides pure water at every tap.
Refrigerator Connection
We can connect your RO system to your refrigerator's water and ice dispenser for pure drinking water and ice.
Considerations
Wastewater
RO systems produce wastewater as contaminants are flushed away. Modern systems are more efficient than older models.
Minerals
RO removes minerals including beneficial ones like calcium and magnesium. Some people add a remineralization stage or get minerals from food.
Maintenance
Filters require periodic replacement (typically annually), and membranes last several years with proper care.
Complementary Systems
RO works well in combination with water softeners (softening extends RO membrane life), iron filters (iron damages RO membranes), and whole-house filtration.
Areas Served
We install RO systems throughout Gatineau, Hull, Aylmer, Chelsea, and surrounding areas.
Get Pure Drinking Water
Upgrade to reverse osmosis. Call Plombier Gatineau at (819) 317-0262 for RO system installation. Pure water, from your tap.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much water does RO waste?
Standard RO systems produce 3-4 gallons of wastewater per gallon of purified water. High-efficiency models reduce this significantly.
Does RO water taste flat?
Some people notice RO water tastes "flat" due to mineral removal. Adding a remineralization stage or simply getting used to pure water resolves this.
How often do filters need changing?
Pre and post filters typically need annual replacement. The RO membrane lasts 2-5 years depending on water quality and usage.
Can RO be connected to my refrigerator?
Yes, we can connect your RO system to refrigerator water and ice dispensers for pure water and ice throughout.
Do you offer maintenance services for RO systems?
Yes, we provide filter replacement and maintenance services to keep your RO system performing optimally.