A Guide to Reverse Osmosis
Drinking water is an essential element of a healthy lifestyle, and Americans seem to agree. Water consumption in the United States increased by 120% between 2000 and 2015. But is this safe? A recent report by the EPA revealed that there are about 202 unregulated chemicals in tap water. Both naturally occurring contaminants and dangerous chemicals can negate the life-sustaining power of water. To eradicate impurities from their drinking supply, many discerning families are turning to reverse osmosis systems. Here's all you need to know and more.
What Is Reverse Osmosis?
Reverse osmosis is a process that purifies water by using pressure to push it through a semi-permeable membrane. This membrane then removes unwanted molecules to produce clean, drinkable water.
How Does Reverse Osmosis Work?
Reverse osmosis is very simple. Every filter is a semi-permeable membrane, which means only certain things can pass through. Think of how a screen door keeps out mosquitos and other pests. The air flows freely through the mesh, but the bugs can't pass through and get left outside. Reverse osmosis uses the same principle to separate water from unwanted particles.
Selecting the Right Filter System
There are three types of filters in a reverse osmosis system namely:
Benefits of Reverse Osmosis
Sodium in Soft Water is Reduced
Even though soft water is better for cleaning, skincare, and your plumbing system, it still contains sodium. With reverse osmosis, because sodium molecules are larger than water molecules, they get trapped on one side of the filter. Purified water emerges on the other side, ready to drink.
Food Quality Is Improved
Have you ever wondered why beer and scotch taste better when they come from certain areas? It's because of the taste of the water used in the manufacturing process. The sodium, chemicals, and other contaminants found in untreated water hurt the taste of otherwise flavorful dishes. Reverse osmosis removes these unwanted elements.
The importance of providing your family with clean, healthy water cannot be overstated. Canyon State Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing has both point of use and multi-stage filtration systems to help purify your water. They remove bacteria, viruses, unwanted metals, and other impurities from the water your family depends on. Make the choice today to protect your family by installing a reverse osmosis system in your home.
