Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids — called TDS, dissolved solids, or dissolved salts — refers to the mix of minerals, salts and small ions floating in your water. These dissolved materials can originate from natural rock and soil, or enter through treatment and distribution systems. When TDS rises, homeowners often notice a salty, metallic or bitter taste and spotting on fixtures and glass. Because TDS is a measure of everything dissolved rather than one specific contaminant, the appropriate treatment in an Alliance house depends on which minerals or salts make up that dissolved load.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts like sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate alongside other tiny ions. Although some are harmless minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and strain appliances that heat or evaporate water. You might see quicker scale buildup, a film on shower doors, or soap that won’t lather as well around your Alliance home. A simple water test will show total TDS and indicate whether dissolved salts are the main concern.
To actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike standard carbon filters that mainly improve taste and cut many organic pollutants, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That makes RO especially suited for tackling dissolved solids from a variety of sources. When Alliance homeowners want a solution targeting TDS specifically, reverse osmosis is the recommended choice.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system sized for your Alliance property treats water at the point of entry so reduced TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are normally paired with prefilters to protect performance and lengthen membrane life. The end result is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels consistent throughout your home — and Mr. Pure Water can help test your water and determine whether whole-house RO is the right fit.