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For homeowners in Knoxville looking for clean, refreshing drinking water at every tap, Tennessee Standard Plumbing provides top-quality Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems. Our experienced team specializes in the installation, maintenance, and repair of point-of-use RO systems that deliver pure, great-tasting water directly from your kitchen sink.

With an RO system, you can enjoy water free from contaminants, unpleasant tastes, and odors—eliminating the need for bottled water.

Contact us today for a free quote and start enjoying fresher, cleaner water right from your tap.

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Why Reverse Osmosis is Essential for Your Home

Tap water may look clean, but it can still contain contaminants like chlorine, lead, bacteria, and heavy metals. Reverse Osmosis (RO) filtration is one of the most effective ways to purify water.

An RO system uses a semipermeable membrane to remove impurities, delivering water that is as clean and pure as possible from your kitchen sink. In addition to purifying the water, RO also improves taste and removes unpleasant odors, making it ideal for drinking, cooking, and even making ice.

Whether you’re concerned about local water quality or simply want filtered water readily available, a point-of-use RO system is a smart choice.

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Signs Your Knoxville Home Should Upgrade to a Reverse Osmosis System

If you notice any of these signs, it might be time to install an RO system:

  • A chlorine taste or unpleasant smell in your tap water

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    Cloudy, discolored
water

  • A metallic taste or
aftertaste

  • Frequent buildup of minerals or scale in appliances like coffee makers or dishwashers

A reverse osmosis system addresses these issues, providing cleaner, better-tasting water directly from your faucet.

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What Sets Tennessee Standard Plumbing Apart
  • Highest rated plumbing company in Knoxville
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  • The owner is a fifth-generation master plumber
  • Smart, licensed plumbers you can trust
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    You’ll always receive multiple options and a clear price before any work begins. Once you approve, that price won’t change.

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    We respect your schedule. If we miss our arrival window, we waive the service fee.

Benefits of Installing a Reverse Osmosis System
  • Cleaner, better-tasting water free from chlorine, heavy metals, and other impurities
  • Improved water quality for resulting in better-tasting meals and beverages
  • Convenience of having purified water at your kitchen sink, eliminating the need for bottled water
  • Cost savings over time by reducing your need for bottled water and minimizing appliance repairs due 
to scale buildup
  • Environmental benefits by reducing plastic waste from bottled water

By investing in an RO system, you ensure that your family has access to clean, safe water whenever you need it.

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Common Questions About Reverse Osmosis System in Knoxville

Yes. A properly configured RO system reduces lead and removes chlorine when the unit includes the right pre- and post-filtration stages. Performance depends on the membrane and the full filter setup.

Many RO systems reduce fluoride but removal depends on membrane type and system design. If fluoride removal is important, choose a system or membrane rated for that purpose.

Yes. RO water is safe when the system is installed and maintained correctly. Some people add a remineralization stage for taste and to restore small amounts of minerals.

An RO system provides comparable purity at the tap and reduces plastic waste. Over time it is usually more economical than buying bottled water.

RO systems are not equally effective against every contaminant. Certain dissolved gases and some very small VOCs can pass through unless the system includes specific additional filtration stages.

With regular maintenance, a residential RO system can last 10 to 15 years. Replacing filters and membranes on schedule extends life and maintains performance.

Yes. We work with GoodLeap to offer financing options for qualifying plumbing repairs and installations. The application involves a quick soft credit check, and approval is based on the strongest score from the three major credit bureaus. Our team is happy to walk you through the process.

We occasionally run special offers on select plumbing services. Available deals can be found on the Specials section of our website and may change throughout the year.

You can request a plumbing service by completing the contact form on our website. After we receive your details, a member of our team will reach out to confirm your appointment and find a time that fits your schedule.

Yes. Our services include warranty coverage for both labor and installed parts, giving you added confidence in the quality and reliability of our work.

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