Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, or TDS, refers to the combined minerals, salts and metals dissolved in your household water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural sources like rock and soil or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS climbs high enough, many Betts homeowners notice off tastes—salty, bitter or metallic—and more spotting on glassware and fixtures. Because TDS is an aggregate measurement rather than a single substance, the best approach depends on which dissolved components are present.
High TDS is often driven by dissolved salts and small ions such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate, among others. Although some are simply common minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and increase wear on water-using appliances. You might observe faster scale buildup, soapy film in showers, and reduced lathering—issues homeowners around Betts may recognize. A water test that measures overall TDS and profiles dissolved salts will show whether those ions are the main contributors.
To actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike basic carbon filters that mainly improve taste and cut many organic contaminants, RO pushes water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. Because of that membrane action, RO is a strong choice when dissolved solids are the target. When Betts homeowners ask for a system aimed specifically at reducing TDS, RO is the recommended solution.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system sized for your Betts property treats water at the point of entry so lower TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance. RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, so systems are typically installed with 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 throughout the home. Mr. Pure Water in Betts can arrange testing to confirm whether high TDS is present and whether whole-house RO is the right fit for your plumbing and household needs.