DIY Installing A Reverse Osmosis

A reverse osmosis is a water treatment device used to improve many different kinds of impurities. Commonly known as an "RO" they are very easy to install and no big heavy equipment either. They are very small and can be installed easily right under your sink in that little bit of space. They do not weigh more than 15 pounds when completely full of water. A reverse osmosis device is used for removing a ton of minerals, disinfectants, bacteria, minerals, metals, and many volatile organic chemicals. These are a very well sought after water treatment device. It ranges in price form anywhere between $200 - $2000. A must have for anyone concerned about themselves or their families.

There are many places you can purchase a reverse osmosis, what you need to ask yourself is do you want to install it yourself or have someone deal with the hassle for you. If you decide to have someone install it for you the best two rated companies are the following.

Entek Water & Air Treatment - Best company I have found thus far. They have a transferable lifetime warranty. Low price in the market of water treatment. Also always on time for service calls and best patent for reverse osmosis design.

Culligan - very well known for there great services. Although a little more expensive for a less quality product than Entek.

Steps To Installing A Reverse Osmosis

1. Make sure you have all the tools needed for the job. I have compiled a list of useful tools and accessories in the picture to the right. By getting these before hand you save yourself the trouble of running out of the home numerous times for one project.

2. Determine were you want to place the reverse osmosis. I put mine under my kitchen sink for easy access for eating and cooking. Many people place them in a bathroom so they are out of the way.

3. Turn off your main water supply to the house. Also turn off the cold and hot water supply you are currently working in front of. This will prevent any water from unpurposely getting through while your working. The cleaner and dryer it is the easier the unit will be to install.

4. Imagine where the reverse osmosis will be located and cut all the tubing before proceeding with the project. Make it a few inches longer than you had guessed just in case of any error.

5. Secure the reverse osmosis to what ever wall you will be installing it on. Place the storage container where ever you would want it to be. Set it all up as you want it to look when you are done.

6. Install the "T connector" to the cold water supply. Make sure without a benefit of the doubt that is the cold water supply. Hot water will kill the entire unit. Also make sure when installing you use Teflon tape or plumbing tape to prevent any small leaks.

7. Run the plumbing and hook all the tubing into its appropriate spots. I certainly recommend adding a turn off valve right after the cold water supply and right before the faucet or reserve.

8. If you choose to install a faucet to your reverse osmosis I have a video to the right that explains the faucet very in depth.

9. After everything is all hooked into place have someone turn on your main water supply for you. I say this because it is always best to have someone else do it in case you forgot one little tube and water goes everywhere. Also helps because you have more time to react.

10. If no leak after the main water line is turned back on proceed to turn on the cold and hot water lines under the sink you installed the reverse osmosis. If no leaks wonderful job!

11. Let it run its course for several hours. During this time check on it prioridically to make sure of no small leaks. If it is all dry you are almost done.

12. Let your reverse osmosis run its course and make about 2-5 gallons of water. Then empty that water do not drink it just dispose of it and the rest is good for consumption.

1. Adjustable wrench

2. Reversible Screwdriver.

3. Tape measure

4. Pliers or pipe wrench

5. Drill & drill bits if required

6. Several foot of 1/4in and 3/8in tubing