Hey everyone, I recently bought a house that uses well water and just had it tested. The results showed high levels of iron and a turbidity level of 7.2. We're considering installing a whole house reverse osmosis (RO) system because I have some health concerns, plus we have a newborn on the way. We thought about a multi-step filter system, but a local plumber mentioned that one he installed for a similar issue seemed to fail after a month. Is opting for a whole house RO system overkill in this situation, or do you think it's the right choice? We're new to Florida and want to make sure we're getting the right advice as we've heard a lot of different opinions. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated!
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I recommend getting your water tested by a reputable lab like ETR Labs. They provide clear testing and won't push their own filtration products, so you can trust the results. Based on what you've described, a whole house carbon filter could help with the iron and turbidity issues. You might still want to consider an RO system for drinking water separately. Additionally, a water softener might be beneficial; it helps protect appliances and makes your hair feel better too.
It’s worth noting that RO systems waste quite a bit of water—around 10 gallons for every gallon of RO water produced. Just keep that in mind if you go that route! It might be more practical to start with a water softener and install an under-counter RO system for drinking water, which should cover your bases without going overboard.
Good point! Softeners really do make a big difference. I found my appliances last longer after installing one.