Homes and businesses in Minneapolis–St. Paul face water challenges such as hardness, chlorine taste, and trace contaminants that municipal treatment leaves behind. These issues affect daily use and long-term water quality.

We install and service Reverse Osmosis filtration systems that remove dissolved solids, metals, and chemical byproducts right at the source. Our systems use NSF-certified RO membranes and meet EPA drinking water standards to ensure safe, effective purification.

For more than four decades, Peterson Salt has served families and commercial facilities with purification solutions that deliver clean, fresh water every single day.

Place an order online and let Peterson Salt solve your salt needs today.

NEED A SALT DELIVERY?

Still have questions? We’re here to help!

CONTACT US

Why Drinking Water Purification Matters

Water that meets basic municipal standards can still carry minerals, chlorine byproducts, and trace contaminants that affect both health and taste. Over time, these substances build up in plumbing and appliances, shorten equipment life, and leave families questioning what they drink.

Reverse Osmosis filtration addresses these problems at the point of use. By removing dissolved salts, lead, arsenic, and chemical residues, RO provides a reliable barrier against issues tied to hard water and aging infrastructure. The result is water that supports healthier living, protects equipment, and tastes clean every time it’s poured.

Our Drinking Water Purification Services

Water Testing and Analysis

We begin with testing water that measures hardness, chlorine levels, dissolved solids, and other contaminants. This gives a clear picture of what’s in your water and how it should be treated.

Customized Filtration Solutions

Based on those results, we configure systems based on water test results. Carbon filters reduce chlorine and organic compounds, while RO membranes remove dissolved solids, metals, and emerging contaminants.

In our region, that often means addressing PFAS from groundwater and nitrates linked to agricultural runoff. By combining methods where needed, we ensure water meets safe drinking standards and tastes clean at the tap.

System Installation and Maintenance

We install professional-grade systems built to national safety standards and maintain them with scheduled service. Regular filter and membrane changes keep performance steady, ensuring you continue to have safe, clean drinking water.

Drinking Water Filtration for Homes

Tap water in local homes often contains chlorine taste, hard water minerals, or contaminants such as PFAS. These affect both flavor and daily use, leaving stains and scale around kitchens. We design RO systems that eliminate these issues so families can enjoy water that is clean and safe every day.

Commercial Water Purification

Businesses and facilities depend on consistent water quality. Restaurants and cafés face scale in brewers and ice that tastes off. Offices need reliable water for staff and customers. Laboratories and healthcare centers cannot risk nitrates, metals, or chemical residues disrupting sensitive processes.

We build purification systems that reduce these problems, protect equipment, and ensure the water you use every day is safe for drinking.

Drinking Water Purification Methods We Use

Sediment and Pre-Filtration

We start with filters that trap rust, sand, and fine particles before water enters sensitive membranes. This extends the lifespan of your RO systems and ensures that purification performance remains consistent over time.

Activated Carbon Filtration

Activated carbon binds with chlorine, chloramine, and organic compounds that affect the taste and odor of your water. It also reduces disinfection byproducts created during municipal treatment. This step improves both the safety and flavor profile of treated water.

RO Membrane Treatment

At the heart of the system, we install NSF/ANSI 58 certified membranes designed to work at the molecular level. This barrier blocks dissolved salts, heavy metals, nitrates, and PFAS, leaving only purified water to pass through. By following EPA drinking water standards, we make sure your water is safe for daily use.

Finally, we install a finishing filter that enhances clarity and flavor so the water at your tap stays consistently clean and fresh.

Commonly Asked Questions

Why is carbon used in the purification of drinking water?

Carbon has a porous structure that adsorbs chlorine, organics, and chemical byproducts from municipal treatment. This improves both the safety and taste of drinking water.

Are carbon filters safe for drinking water?

Yes. Carbon filters are widely used in certified systems and meet safety standards when replaced on schedule. They are proven effective at reducing chlorine, volatile organics, and byproducts linked to disinfection.

Do drinking water purification tablets expire?

Purification tablets have a limited shelf life. After the expiration date, their disinfecting power declines, making them unreliable for treating water.

What is the best purification system for safe drinking water?

For most households and businesses, Reverse Osmosis remains the most effective option. It removes dissolved salts, heavy metals, PFAS, and nitrates while producing water that meets EPA safety benchmarks.