Reverse osmosis
What this service covers
Reverse osmosis pushes water through a semi-permeable membrane, leaving dissolved solids, chlorine byproducts and off-tastes behind. For most homeowners the practical result is simple: water and ice that taste clean, coffee that tastes better, and no more hauling cases of bottles.
The install details matter. A dedicated faucet, a properly connected drain saddle, a fridge and ice maker line where you want one, and a tank with correct air pressure are what separate a system that performs for years from one that trickles and gets abandoned.
RO services
- Under-sink RO system installation
- Dedicated RO faucet mounted and finished cleanly
- Refrigerator and ice maker line connection
- Drain saddle and air gap installed to code
- Storage tank pressure set correctly
- Filter and membrane replacement service
- Whole-home filtration paired with point-of-use RO
- Free basic water test to confirm what you need
Our process
How we handle reverse osmosis
Test and plan
We check your water, confirm cabinet space and decide whether a fridge line is part of the scope.
Install
System mounted, faucet fitted, drain and supply connected neatly with serviceable valves.
Commission
Membrane flushed, tank pressure set, production and taste verified before we leave.
Service reminders
You get the filter interval in writing and can put the change-outs on our schedule.
Common questions
Reverse Osmosis FAQs
Q. How often do RO filters need changing?
Pre- and post-filters typically every 6 to 12 months, and the membrane every 2 to 3 years depending on incoming water quality and use.
Q. Does RO waste water?
Older systems sent several gallons to drain per gallon produced. Modern units are far more efficient, and we install high-recovery systems.
Q. Can RO feed my refrigerator?
Yes. We run a line to the fridge and ice maker as part of the install when the cabinet layout allows.
Q. Do I need a softener too?
If your home has hard water, a softener protects the whole plumbing system while RO handles drinking water. They solve different problems and work well together.
Areas we serve
Where we handle reverse osmosis
We work out of San Marcos and cover North County San Diego from there. Pick your city for the local details that change how this job goes.
Business information
Swift Flow Plumbing — licensed plumbing in North County San Diego
Based in
San Marcos, CA. We are a mobile, service-area company — our crews come to you, so there is no public storefront to visit.
License
CSLB #1136062 — licensed and insured California plumbing contractor, locally operated out of San Marcos.