Yes and no but kind of. Well, it's complicated. The simple answer is yes, it is generally safe to drink U.S. tap water. Tap water in the U.S. is regulated by the EPA Safe Drinking Water Act. This legislation monitors over 90+ contaminants, ensuring their levels are within acceptable limits. However, the oversight and maintenance of water systems are managed locally by more than 50,000 utilities across the country. Primarily funded through usage rather than federal initiatives, these utilities face challenges due to aging infrastructure, with most built in the 1970s. Consequently, despite federal regulations, the overall quality of US tap water has declined, and it doesn't even rank among the top 20 countries globally for the cleanest drinking water.

So in short, while tap water undergoes regulatory monitoring and is generally within acceptable limits, it may still contain trace contaminants. An RO system provides an extra layer of purification, removing impurities like chlorine, heavy metals, pesticides, and more, ensuring your drinking water is of the highest quality and taste. It's a proactive step towards enhancing the purity and taste of your water, offering peace of mind for you and your family.

Aquasure's advanced RO systems uses multi-stage reverse osmosis filtration technology to eliminate 99% of toxins in your tap including the nastiest ones like PFAS, lead, fluoride, pesticides, pharmaceuticals and nuclear particles. Simply put any contaminants that you are worried about, our RO systems can help you remove and/or reduce. Reverse osmosis is a powerful filtration method, and while all filters are not created equally, you can rest assured knowing that a high quality RO system is the most robust filtration method available for residential use.

For the most part... they are one and the same. Most bottled water manufacturers use reverse osmosis to filter their water - yes, RO works that well. Some companies like SmartWater will add in minerals to adjust the taste and pH, while other bottled water companies simply deliver straight RO water. If you like bottled water and you are thinking about switching to your own filtration, then RO is a perfect solution. It will give you bottled water quality water on tap, without the waste or microplastics.

Choosing between our RO system with alkaline remineralization our RO system with post-carbon taste refinement depends on your preferences and health considerations. If you want a higher pH level in your water and the potential health benefits associated with alkaline water, our RO system with alkaline filter is a great choice. On the other hand, if you prioritize excellent taste and odor removal without altering the pH, our Premier Advanced RO system is a suitable option. Consider your personal preferences, health goals, and the specific qualities you want in your drinking water to make the best decision for your needs. Even if you initially choose our RO system with post-carbon filter, you can easily purchase the alkaline filter later if your preferences change.

Kind of but not really… well, it’s complicated. The reverse osmosis process is one of the most powerful purification processes on earth. To answer the question, we need to take a step back to fully understand how the filter works. Using concentrated pressure, water is pushed through an RO (reverse osmosis) membrane: a semi-permeable, compact filter that even micro-sized heavy metals, pesticides and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can’t slip through. All of the nasty toxins are forced one way, and pure water is forced the other way. The dirty water, filled with toxins, also referred to as grey water, is sent packing down your drain pipe. You are left with pure drinking water. So, does Aquasure's RO waste water? Technically yes, the ratio of dirty water to clean drinking water is about 1.5:1. This is also the reason we only recommend using the RO process for drinking and cooking water supplies and not whole house systems. And while the dirty water is technically “waste” we want to emphasize that grey water is unfit for human consumption.

It is also important to remember that not all RO systems are the same, and some do waste A LOT of water. A traditional RO system can waste anywhere from 4-10 gallons of water for every gallon of pure water produced. We agree this is way too much. But the technology is improving. Our RO system only wastes 1 gallon of water for every 1.5 gallon dispensed (1.5:1 ratio). The average American family uses upwards of 300 gallons of water at home per day, so installing an efficient RO system would likely account for a less than 1% increase in total water usage. We think 1% additional water usage is likely worth having pure water on tap. Cutting out 1 min from your daily shower would balance your water budget if you were to install our RO system.