Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, or TDS, refers to the blend of minerals, salts and metals that are dissolved in your household water. These dissolved solids can come from natural sources — like local rock and soil — as well as from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS rises, many homeowners notice a salty, metallic or bitter flavor and more water spotting on faucets, glass and dishes. Because TDS is a measurement of many different dissolved components rather than a single substance, the best approach depends on which dissolved salts or ions make up the total.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate, along with other small ions. While some of these are naturally occurring minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make water less enjoyable to drink and put extra strain on appliances that heat or evaporate water. You might also see faster scale buildup, a filmy residue on shower doors, and soap that seems to rinse poorly. Testing your water will show overall TDS and help pinpoint whether dissolved salts are driving the issue in your Dellwood home.
To actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike typical carbon filters, which primarily improve taste and reduce many organic contaminants, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That membrane makes RO well-suited to address dissolved solids from a variety of sources. When Dellwood homeowners want a system specifically aimed at reducing TDS, reverse osmosis is the recommended choice.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system installed at the point of entry reduces TDS for every tap, shower and appliance in your Dellwood residence. Because RO membranes can be sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are commonly paired with prefiltration to protect the membrane and extend its service life. The outcome is water that generally tastes cleaner, leaves fewer dry-water spots and feels more consistent throughout the home. Mr. Pure Water can test your water in Dellwood and advise whether whole-house RO is the right solution for your plumbing and household needs.