If you have a massive family, a huge fridge with a water line, or a pathological need for the purest water on earth, welcome to the big leagues. These systems are tanks. They pump out gallons per minute, have multiple filter stages, and look like something from a NASA lab.
You’ll also need a plumber. Professional installation here often runs $400 to $800. And the annual filter costs? Ouch. Expect $150 to $250 per year. A top-tier system like a Home Master TMAFC-ERP (yes, it’s a mouthful) can set you back $800, but it includes remineralization and crazy long filter life.
Total cost over five years for a luxury RO can easily hit $2,500. That’s two plane tickets to Europe. But hey, at least your ice cubes will be crystal clear. (Is it worth it? Only you can answer that, my friend.)
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