Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, often called TDS or dissolved salts, refers to the mix of minerals, salts and tiny ions dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can come from natural sources like rock and soil or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS rises, homeowners in Bascom may notice a salty, metallic or bitter taste and more spotting on faucets and glassware. Because TDS is a general measurement rather than a single substance, the right approach depends on which dissolved components are present.
High TDS typically reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. While some of these are common minerals, higher dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and can be rougher on appliances that heat or evaporate water. You might see faster scale build-up, film on shower doors, and soap that won’t lather as well around your Bascom home. A water test will show overall TDS and reveal whether dissolved salts are driving the issue.
If your goal is to lower dissolved salts and reduce total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike standard carbon filters that mainly improve taste and remove many organic chemicals, RO uses a semi-permeable membrane to reject dissolved ions that make up high TDS. That membrane-based approach makes RO well suited to address dissolved solids coming from many different sources, and it’s the technology homeowners ask for when they want a filter specifically targeting TDS.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system sized for your Bascom property treats water at the point of entry so lower TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are commonly installed with prefiltration to protect the membrane and extend service life. The end result is water that tastes cleaner, leaves fewer residues as it dries, and feels more consistent throughout the house — and Mr. Pure Water can help test your water and determine whether whole-house RO is the right fit for your plumbing and household needs.