Kitchen tap water
Reverse Osmosis & Drinking Water Filtration in Weatherford, TX
Bottled-quality water straight from the tap, from a slim under-sink system. Upright Water Co’s tankless alkaline RO is our primary drinking-water option. It pairs with our whole-home softener and carbon system; a tank-style RO option is also available.
One tap, done well
Made for drinking and cooking water.
Upright Water Co’s system
Bottled-quality water straight from the tap.
A slim under-sink system provides drinking and cooking water on demand. Upright Water Co’s primary RO option is tankless with built-in alkaline remineralization, and it pairs with the Whole-Home Softener + Carbon System.
System features
- 7-stage filtration down to 0.0001 μm, reducing dissolved solids, heavy metals, chlorine and everyday contaminants.
- Built-in alkaline remineralization and a coconut-shell carbon block.
- Automatic membrane flush.
- Saves up to 70% of cabinet space compared with tank systems.
- A faucet is available in 4 finishes.
System specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Tankless under-sink alkaline reverse osmosis |
| Filtration | 7 stages; down to 0.0001 μm |
| Daily production | 800 gallons per day on demand |
| Flow | 0.53 GPM |
| Pure-to-drain ratio | 2:1; about 2 cups of pure water per 1 cup drained |
| Water-use comparison | Up to 6× less waste than standard RO |
| Cabinet-space comparison | Saves up to 70% versus tank systems |
| Power | Requires a 110 V outlet under the sink |
| Faucet | 4 finishes |
Not intended for treating water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
Tank-style RO option
Upright Water Co’s tank-style option uses a pressurized storage tank and does not need electricity. Its five stages run from sediment filtration through two carbon stages, an RO membrane and a post-carbon polishing filter. An optional alkaline mineral filter adds minerals back for taste and balanced pH.
Tank-style RO option specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Stages | 5: sediment → carbon → carbon → RO membrane → post-carbon polish |
| Production | 100 GPD |
| Storage | Pressurized tank |
| Power | No electricity |
| Option | Alkaline mineral filter |
Not intended for treating water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
System gallery
Why people want it
Better water at the kitchen sink
Most of the water you drink and cook with comes from one place: the kitchen faucet. That makes it a smart spot to focus on.
A few everyday problems can make homeowners think about drinking water filtration. The coffee tastes off. The ice has a funny smell. Someone in the house just will not drink tap water. Or the family is tired of hauling cases of bottled water home from the store every week.
How reverse osmosis works
Inside a reverse osmosis system
A reverse osmosis (RO) system cleans water in stages. Systems vary, but most follow the same basic path. Here is what each part does.
Sediment prefilter
Catches sand, rust flakes and other bits that would clog the parts after it.
Carbon filter
Reduces taste and odor and protects the membrane from chlorine.
RO membrane
A very fine, semi-permeable layer that holds back many dissolved solids.
Polishing filter
A last pass that freshens the water before it reaches your glass.
Tank or tankless
Some systems store water in a small tank. Tankless designs make it on demand.
Dedicated faucet
A small separate faucet at the sink so you always know which water is which.
As it works, an RO system sends some water to the drain. This concentrate carries away what the membrane held back. Some systems also offer an optional remineralization stage that adds a little mineral content back for taste.
Filtration vs. RO
Carbon filter or reverse osmosis?
A carbon filter is mainly about taste and odor. It is a good fit when the water is fine for your goals but you do not like how it tastes or smells.
Reverse osmosis goes further. On top of carbon filtration, the membrane reduces many dissolved solids. It is the step up when you want more than a taste fix.
In Weatherford, the disinfectant matters too. The city uses chloramines, and standard carbon is not always enough for those. Chloramine needs the right media, such as catalytic carbon.
The City of Weatherford disinfects its water with chloramines.
Source: City of Weatherford 2024 Water Quality Report
Your home’s water can differ from the city average. A free test shows what’s actually at your tap.
Dissolved solids
What TDS tells you
TDS stands for total dissolved solids. It is a general measure of everything dissolved in your water, including minerals like calcium and magnesium and salts like sodium.
TDS is a useful number, but it is not a safety score. A higher number does not prove water is unsafe, and a lower number does not prove it is safe. It mostly helps show how much an RO system has to work with.
The same report lists total dissolved solids at 305 ppm.
Source: City of Weatherford 2024 Water Quality Report
Your home’s water can differ from the city average. A free test shows what’s actually at your tap.
Is it right for you?
When a drinking water system fits
RO is a strong choice when the kitchen tap is where you care most. It tends to fit homes that:
Want better drinking and cooking water
Coffee, tea, soups, baby bottles, pet bowls and the water pitcher in the fridge.
Have a bottled water habit
Filling a glass at the sink is easier than carrying cases in from the car.
Already have a softener
RO removes most of the sodium a softener adds, so drinking water stays lower in sodium.
Keep in mind that RO treats one tap, not the whole house. If you want filtered water in showers, laundry and bathroom sinks too, look at whole-home filtration.
Install & upkeep
Installation and filter care
An RO system usually lives under the kitchen sink. It needs room for the filters and any tank, a spot for the dedicated faucet, and a drain connection. Installation is performed by a licensed plumber we partner with.
Look at how you use the space under your sink before choosing a layout. A full cleaning cabinet may leave little room for a tank. Filters also need enough space to be changed without a struggle. If you rent your home, check with the owner before planning changes to the sink or a new faucet hole. Those practical questions belong in the recommendation, not after the system is chosen.
Plan for yearly RO filter care as a general guide. The schedule for individual filters and the membrane depends on the system, your water and use. Upright Water Co offers annual service and filter care; follow the equipment guidelines for the actual replacement schedule.
An alkaline option is available for the under-sink RO setup. It is a drinking-water choice, not a replacement for the whole-home system. We can discuss that option alongside the results from your free hardness, chlorine and TDS test.
Read the guide
Plain answers, with sources
- Water Softener vs. Reverse Osmosis vs. Whole-Home FilterA plain comparison of water softeners, reverse osmosis and whole-home filters: what each one is for, where it installs, general upkeep and how they pair up.Read the guide
- Why Does My Tap Water Taste Like a Pool? Chloramine 101If your tap water tastes or smells like a pool, chloramine may be why. Learn what it is, why Weatherford uses it, and which filter options can help with taste.Read the guide
How it works
Three steps, no pressure
The same simple path for every service. It always starts with your water.
About water testing- 01
Free water test
We come to your home and test hardness, chlorine and TDS at your tap. The test is free, there is no obligation, and we explain the results in plain English. - 02
A clear recommendation
We tell you which system, if any, fits your water and your household, before you commit to anything. - 03
Professional installation
Installation is performed by a licensed plumber we partner with.
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Other ways we can help
Upright Whole-Home Softener + Carbon System
A single mixed-bed tank targets hardness, chlorine taste and odor, and sediment. Our usual whole-home city-water system starts with a free in-home test.
Learn moreWater Testing
Every recommendation starts here. We test the water at your tap, explain hardness, taste and what we find in plain English, and tell you honestly if you don’t need anything.
Learn more
Well Water Systems
Start with a water test for iron, sulfur odor and sediment concerns. Bacteria and nitrates require a certified lab, not an in-home screen.
Learn more
Salt-Free Systems
A salt-free conditioner is an option for city-water homes. It does not remove hardness minerals and is not a true softener.
Learn moreUV Water Treatment
UV is an add-on when the water and home call for it. It does not replace filtration, a water test or a certified lab analysis.
Learn moreAnnual Service & Filter Care
Ask about annual service, filter care and ongoing support for your Upright Water Co system.
Learn moreDoes reverse osmosis remove minerals?
Yes. The membrane reduces many dissolved solids, including minerals like calcium and magnesium. Some systems offer an optional remineralization stage that adds a little back for taste.
Does an RO system waste water?
An RO system sends some water to the drain by design. That water carries away what the membrane held back. How much depends on the system and your water.
Do I need whole-home treatment too?
Not always. RO handles drinking and cooking water at one tap. Upright’s usual city-water system combines softening and carbon filtration for the whole house. The two can work alongside each other when the test and your goals support it.
How often do the filters need changing?
Plan for yearly RO filter care as a general guide, and follow your equipment’s schedule for filters and membrane care. Upright Water Co offers annual service and filter care.
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