Problem
Contaminants

Symptom
Health Issues

Solution
Reverse Osmosis
Solution: #1 Reverse Osmosis
How Reverse Osmosis Works
A residential reverse osmosis unit relies on the natural water pressure forcing the water through a semi-permeable membrane. This membrane allows the water to filter
* Since the RO unit so thoroughly blocks the drinking water, it is advised to discuss the lack of minerals in the drinking water with a healthcare professional.
Advantages of Reverse Osmosis
- Provides clean and safe drinking water
- Odor-free water
- Better tasting water (No Chlorine taste!)
- Saves money on bottled water
- Low maintenance
A reverse osmosis (RO) unit can be used to treat a number of contaminants that cause unpleasant taste, color, and odor problems. It is often used in conjunction with other forms of water treatment or on household municipal supplied tap water. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set specific guidelines for maximum contaminant levels for about ninety substances, however many people feel more comfortable consuming a higher quality of water.
For residential applications, the RO unit is usually installed at the point of use, i.e. under the kitchen sink, to provide treated drinking and cooking water.
Designer RO Faucets
Solution #2: Drinking Water System
Drinking Water System
3 Stage Ultra Filtration – reduces lead, VOC (pesticides, herbicides, chemicals), THM, chlorine, taste, odor & sediment as small as 0.2 microns.
- Ideal for city water
- Low cost
- Point-of-use treatment option
Symptom: Health Issues
Health issues may arise from using and consuming water containing certain substances. The following are the most commonly detected contaminants in well water that are associated with health concerns:
Refer to the Connecticut Department of Public Health’s Action Level List for Drinking Water. The contaminants listed may present a health risk to those who use contaminated water for drinking, bathing, washing, or cooking.
For information on the health concerns related to regulated contaminants, refer to the U.S. EPA National Primary Drinking Water Regulations (NPDWR):
https://www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/national-primary-drinking-water-regulations
Problem: Contaminants
A reverse osmosis system or other types of whole house filters can effectively remove health-hazardous contaminants such as:
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Lead
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Mercury
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Nitrate
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PCB’s
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PFAS/PFOS
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Radium
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Sodium
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Trichloroethylene
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Trihalomethanes
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Uranium
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Volatile Organic Compounds
An ultra-violet light unit will disinfect the water by destroying:
- Bacteria
- Coliform Bacteria
- Escherichia coli (E. coli)
- Cryptosporidium
- Giardia
- Viruses
Other contaminants, such as manganese and radon, may also require remediation.
For more information, please see the Connecticut Department of Public Health fact sheets for these contaminants:
Lead
https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/Departments-and-Agencies/DPH/dph/environmental_health/private_wells/Publications/05241712LeadinPrivateWellWaterpdf.pdf
PFAS/PFOS
https://portal.ct.gov/DPH/Environmental-Health/Private-Well-Water-Program/PFAS-in-Private-Wells

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