What drives the installed price
- System design: number of stages, membrane capacity, tank or tankless.
- Alkaline remineralization: an extra stage that adds minerals back for taste.
- Faucet: a dedicated drinking faucet, and whether the sink or counter needs a new hole.
- Plumbing: drain access, cabinet space, and a line to the fridge or ice maker if wanted.
- Water pressure: low pressure can call for a booster pump.
Miramar specifics that affect it
City of Miramar water reaches homes after membrane treatment and with a chlorine residual. Because the dissolved solids going in are already lower than raw groundwater, the RO membrane is not doing the heavy lifting a plant does, but its carbon pre-filter still has to handle chlorine. On a private well, as some Country Club Ranches homes have used, an RO may need more pre-treatment upstream, which adds to the project.
Ownership costs to ask about
- Pre-filter and post-filter replacement intervals.
- Membrane life under your water conditions.
- Alkaline cartridge replacement, if included.
- Water sent to the drain per gallon produced.
- Whether service visits are included or billed.
See RO maintenance and operating costs and RO filter replacement cost.
Compared with bottled water
Many Miramar families compare an RO system with what they spend on bottled water and delivery. Run your own numbers with the bottled water vs. RO calculator. Remember to include filter changes.
What should not be in an RO quote
- Health promises or scare claims about local water.
- Contaminant claims without a model number and certification.
- Pressure to sign the same day.
- Vague "service plans" with no schedule.
A good quote lists the model, stages, faucet, installation, filter schedule and warranty, and nothing you have to guess about.
Owners vs. renters in Miramar
Miramar has many townhome and rental communities. If you rent, an under-sink RO is usually the practical choice, but get the owner's written approval before install and ask what happens to the system if you move. Owners may want a fridge line or ice-maker connection added, which changes the scope of the job.
Financing and quotes
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, call, text or WhatsApp (305) 793-5974.
https://www.miramarfl.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/utilities/documents/water-report-2025.pdf
https://www.miramarfl.gov/Departments/Utilities/Country-Club-Ranches-Infrastructure-Project
Updated 2026-10-17 · Living Waters · Jorge Canela, Water Quality Specialist