Including filter system and high-performance Silica filter.
Silica is a naturally occurring mineral that may appear in tap water as dissolved silica or as silicates. While it doesn't always change flavor, it can cause noticeable nuisances around Capps homes—especially on glassware and fixtures. When water heats or evaporates, silica deposits can leave stubborn residue that’s tougher to remove than typical scale, and homeowners often spot more buildup on faucets, shower glass, and appliance surfaces.
Because silica often stays dissolved and stable in water, it doesn’t respond well to the same treatments that handle ordinary hardness. Standard water softeners target calcium and magnesium, not dissolved silica or silicates, so they may leave the issue unresolved in Capps households. Some silica also exists as very fine particles, which behave differently from dissolved forms—meaning spotting and buildup can persist even when other water concerns seem under control.
For most residences, the single most effective whole-house option for cutting silica is a reverse osmosis system. RO uses a semipermeable membrane to strip many dissolved minerals, including silica and silicates, rather than relying on sediment or carbon alone. Properly sized and installed for a Capps home, an RO system addresses the dissolved portion of the problem at its source instead of merely reducing visible symptoms on surfaces.
A whole-house reverse osmosis arrangement is usually paired with pretreatment to preserve membrane life and steady performance. Sediment and carbon stages reduce fouling and remove other contaminants that can interfere with the RO membrane, while the RO stage handles dissolved silica; pretreatment also helps capture any fine particulate silica before it reaches the membrane. Mr. Pure Water can assess whether silica or silicates are contributing to buildup in your Capps home and recommend the right pretreatment and RO configuration.