Why Reverse Osmosis?
Reverse osmosis pushes water through a very fine membrane that rejects dissolved solids and many contaminants. Paired with carbon pre and post filters, it is one of the most thorough ways to treat drinking water at home. Most systems install neatly under the kitchen sink with a dedicated faucet, and tankless models save cabinet space.
What RO Helps Reduce
- PFAS (forever chemicals)
- Lead and other dissolved metals
- Chlorine taste and odor
- Nitrates and total dissolved solids
- Many pharmaceuticals and organic compounds
PFAS and Tacoma Water
Tacoma Water's 2025 Water Quality Report shows low-level PFAS detections, including PFHxS at an average of 2.4 parts per trillion. Reverse osmosis is recognized as one of the most effective home treatments for PFAS, which is why many Tacoma families add it for drinking and cooking water.
A Note on Fluoride
Tacoma Water adds fluoride to the public supply. Reverse osmosis removes most fluoride from the water it treats, so if fluoride matters to your family, talk with your dentist and let us know during the assessment.
Water data: Tacoma Water 2025 Water Quality Report.
Reverse Osmosis Systems FAQs
What happens when I ask for a water assessment?
We call you, ask a few questions about your home and where your water comes from, and review what your utility publishes about it. Then you get the system we would install and the exact price. The assessment is free and there is no obligation.
What maintenance is involved?
For a softener, top up the salt in the cabinet when it runs low. Carbon media and reverse osmosis filters get changed on a schedule we set up for you. Your setup notes cover it all.
Does the price change once work starts?
No. The number we put in writing is the number. If something about your home would change it, you hear about it before any work starts, not after.