Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, often called TDS, refers to the mix of minerals, salts and metals dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural sources like rock and soil or from treatment and distribution systems. When TDS levels get high, people often notice a salty, metallic, or bitter taste and more spotting on glass and fixtures. Because TDS measures the combined dissolved material rather than a single contaminant, the best approach depends on which dissolved substances are present in your Aurora home’s water.
High TDS usually means dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate are present alongside other small ions. Though many of these are common minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make water less enjoyable to drink and can stress appliances that heat or evaporate water. You may also notice faster scale buildup, cloudy glassware, film on shower doors, or soap that won’t lather well. A simple test will measure overall TDS and help pinpoint whether dissolved salts are driving the issue in your Aurora household.
If your goal is to actually reduce dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the single most effective filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike standard carbon filters, which mainly improve taste and remove many organics, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That makes reverse osmosis particularly suitable for treating dissolved solids from a variety of sources; when homeowners in Aurora want a system aimed specifically at TDS reduction, RO is the recommended choice.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point of entry so reduced TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance in your Aurora home. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, whole-house installations typically include prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels more consistent through the house — and Mr. Pure Water can help test your water and determine whether a whole-house RO setup is the right solution for your plumbing and household needs.