A common question first
Hialeah already has a reverse osmosis plant, so why pay for RO at home? The Hialeah RO plant supplies part of the city's water; the rest is county water from the Biscayne Aquifer, disinfected with chloramine. All of it travels through miles of pipe with a disinfectant added. An under-sink system polishes water right at your kitchen faucet for drinking and cooking. Whether that is worth it depends on what you notice and what the test shows.
Equipment choices that change the quote
| Choice | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Number of stages | More pre- and post-filters, more parts to buy and replace |
| Alkaline stage | Adds minerals back after the membrane; Living Water's systems include it |
| Tank or tankless | Different cabinet footprint and design |
| Faucet | Finish and style |
| Fridge or ice-maker line | Extra tubing and labor |
Install work in Hialeah kitchens
- Faucet hole: using an existing sprayer or soap hole is simpler than drilling granite or quartz.
- Cabinet room: garbage disposals and older cabinets can limit space.
- Drain connection: the system needs a drain line for the membrane's rinse water.
- Rentals: if you rent, get the owner's permission; it may also shape how the install is done.
Ownership costs to ask about
Filters and membranes are the ongoing cost. Ask:
- Which stages are replaced, and how often for your household?
- How long does the membrane typically last on your water?
- Are filters standard sizes or proprietary?
- Is service included, and for how long?
The full breakdown is in RO maintenance and operating costs and RO filter replacement cost.
Comparing two RO quotes
If you collect more than one quote, line them up the same way: the exact model and its certification listing, number of stages, whether an alkaline stage is included, what the install covers (faucet, drain, fridge line), the first set of replacement filters, and the service and warranty terms. Two quotes that look far apart often differ mostly in what they leave out. The guide how to compare water treatment quotes has a checklist you can print.
Financing and your quote
Living Water offers financing through its financing partners. You apply with a credit application, and a co-applicant can apply with you. To get an itemized quote for your kitchen, call, text or WhatsApp Jorge at (305) 793-5974.
https://www.hialeahfl.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=534
https://www.miamidade.gov/water/library/reports/water-quality-2024.pdf
Updated 2026-10-17 · Living Waters · Jorge Canela, Water Quality Specialist