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 small ions dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural contact with rock and soil or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS rises, you might notice a salty, metallic or bitter taste and more spotting on glasses and plumbing fixtures. Because TDS measures the total concentration rather than one specific substance, the best approach depends on which dissolved constituents are present in your Chapel Hill water.
High TDS commonly reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other tiny ions. While many are naturally occurring minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make tap water less enjoyable, contribute to faster scale buildup on water heaters and fixtures, and leave film on shower doors—making soap feel like it doesn’t lather as well. A proper test will report overall TDS and help determine whether dissolved salts are the main contributor in your Chapel Hill home.
If you want to reduce dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the single most effective filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike carbon filters, which mainly improve taste and remove many organic chemicals, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That makes reverse osmosis a strong choice when homeowners in Chapel Hill ask for a solution that specifically targets dissolved solids.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system installed at the point of entry treats water for every tap, shower and appliance in your Chapel Hill home. Because RO membranes can be harmed by sediment and chlorine, these systems are usually paired with prefilters to protect performance and extend membrane life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves fewer spots and residues as it dries, and feels more consistent throughout the house—Mr. Pure Water can help test your water and determine whether whole-house RO fits your plumbing and needs.