Why RO suits Miami Beach living
Miami Beach has many condominium and apartment buildings, and in those buildings water reaches your unit through shared risers, often by way of building pumps and storage. You can not filter the building, but you can filter your own kitchen tap. RO sits entirely inside your unit, which also makes it easy to take with you if you move.
The water itself is bought by the City of Miami Beach from the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (WASD) and disinfected with chloramine. Many residents simply prefer the taste of filtered water for drinking, coffee and ice.
What is in Living Water's alkaline RO
- Sediment and carbon pre-filters
- A reverse osmosis membrane
- An alkaline stage that adds minerals back for taste
- A dedicated faucet
It is designed for homes, offices, apartments and gyms. For any specific contaminant, check that the exact model is certified for it under NSF/ANSI 58. Details on the compact alkaline RO page.
Before you install in a condo
- Check association rules. Some buildings require notice or a licensed installer for any plumbing work.
- Look at the cabinet. Space, the cold-water valve and the drain all matter.
- Countertop. Stone counters may need a faucet hole, or an existing hole can be reused.
- Water pressure. Pressure on upper floors depends on the building's system and affects RO output; Jorge checks it.
- Leak protection. In a unit above neighbors, ask about a leak detector or shutoff under the sink.
Fluoride, PFAS and certifications
WASD stopped adding fluoride as of June 6, 2025, and the City of Miami Beach's report notes fluoride is no longer added. RO is a common method for reducing fluoride; if that matters to you, check the model's certification. For PFAS, only systems certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 for PFOA and PFOS should be trusted. See fluoride and PFAS on Miami Beach.
Upkeep and water use
Filters and the membrane are replaced on a schedule based on your water and use. RO also sends some water to drain. The city's smart meters let you watch usage in the EyeOnWater app. More on reverse osmosis cost on Miami Beach.
Book the free test
Call, text or WhatsApp Jorge at (305) 793-5974.
https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/New-Water-Quality-Brochure-2025-final.pdf
https://www.miamidade.gov/resources/water/documents/2025-water-quality-report.pdf
https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/public-works/water-conservation/
Updated 2026-10-17 · Living Waters · Jorge Canela, Water Quality Specialist