Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, or TDS, refers to the mix of minerals, salts and metals dissolved in your drinking water. These dissolved solids can come from natural sources such as surrounding rock and soil or from treatment and distribution systems. When TDS rises, many homeowners notice a metallic, bitter or slightly salty taste and more spotting on glasses and fixtures. Because TDS measures the total concentration rather than a single substance, the best solution depends on which dissolved salts and ions are present in your Fidelis water.
High TDS is often made up of dissolved salts like sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate plus other small ions. While some are simply common minerals, higher levels of dissolved solids can make tap water less enjoyable and strain appliances that heat or evaporate water. You might also see quicker scale buildup, soap that won’t lather well, and films on shower doors; testing in Fidelis can measure overall TDS and reveal whether dissolved salts are the main cause.
To actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single filtration technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike typical carbon filters that mainly improve taste and remove many organic contaminants, RO relies on a semi-permeable membrane to reject the dissolved ions that make up high TDS. That membrane approach makes RO the right choice when homeowners in Fidelis specifically want to reduce dissolved solids.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system installed at the point of entry provides TDS reduction to every tap, shower and appliance in your Fidelis home. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are commonly paired with prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and performs consistently throughout the house — and Mr. Pure Water can help test your water and determine whether whole-house RO is a good fit for your plumbing and household needs.