Maintenance Guides / Plumbing & Water

Replace reverse osmosis membrane

Difficulty: moderateTime: 25 minsEst. Cost: $40 - $120

Why it matters

A degraded RO membrane fails silently; homeowners trust RO systems, so contaminated water goes undetected.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Locate the RO filter housing under the kitchen sink.

  • 2

    Turn off the feed-water supply to the RO system.

  • 3

    Unscrew the old membrane cartridge by hand or with a wrench.

  • 4

    Install the new membrane, ensuring O-rings are clean and seated.

  • 5

    Turn the feed-water supply back on.

  • 6

    Flush the system with waste water for 5 minutes before drinking.