Does RO work with South Miami's chloramine water?

Yes. Pre-filters reduce chloramine before the membrane, and the membrane handles dissolved solids.

Will RO wastewater affect my septic?

RO sends some water to the drain. Jorge can talk through it if your home is still on septic.

Can I install RO in a condo?

Usually, under the kitchen sink. Check building and owner rules first.

Does it remove fluoride?

RO is a common method for reducing fluoride. Check the exact model's certification.

How often are filters changed?

On a schedule for each stage; Jorge explains it for the model he installs.

Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis in South Miami

How it works

Pre-filters catch sediment and reduce chlorine and chloramine to protect the membrane.
The RO membrane reduces dissolved solids such as salts and minerals.
Post-filter and alkaline stage polish taste and add minerals back.
A dedicated faucet on the sink delivers the water.

RO sends a portion of water to the drain as it works. That drain line ties into your sink drain, which is worth knowing on a South Miami property still on septic.

Where South Miami's water starts

WASD's Orr plant lime-softens and filters Biscayne Aquifer water, then adds chloramine; the 2025 report lists sodium up to 33 ppm in the main system. RO reduces dissolved solids like these at your faucet, which is why many people find RO water tastes noticeably different from tap water.

Why South Miami households choose it

Drinking water without the chloramine taste WASD's disinfection can leave.
Lower dissolved solids for coffee, tea, ice and baby formula preparation (follow your pediatrician's guidance on formula water).
No more hauling bottled water from the store.
It works the same whether you own a house near the city center or rent a condo off US-1.

What RO does and does not do

RO treats only the faucet it is connected to. It will not change shower water or protect appliances. For reduction of a specific contaminant, the model must be certified under NSF/ANSI 58 for that contaminant; check the exact model's listing. RO is also a common method for reducing fluoride, which matters to some households since WASD stopped adding fluoride in June 2025 and only natural levels remain.

Alkaline or standard?

Living Water's under-sink systems are alkaline RO, which adds minerals after the membrane. If you are weighing the two styles, read alkaline vs. standard reverse osmosis.

Maintenance you can expect

Each stage has its own replacement interval: pre-filters protect the membrane from sediment and chloramine, the membrane lasts longer, and the post-filter and alkaline stage refresh taste. Skipping pre-filter changes shortens membrane life. Jorge gives you the schedule for the exact model, and it is listed on the quote so you can plan for it.

If your fridge has an ice maker or water dispenser, RO can often feed it too; that's an extra line to plan for at installation.

Installation

Jorge checks space under the sink, the countertop for the faucet hole, the drain connection and water pressure. Renters should get the owner's OK first. After the free test, he gives you an itemized quote. Call, text or WhatsApp (305) 793-5974.

Sources:
https://www.miamidade.gov/resources/water/documents/2025-water-quality-report.pdf
https://www.southmiamifl.gov/806/Septic-to-Sewer-Information

Updated 2026-10-17 · Living Waters · Jorge Canela, Water Quality Specialist