Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, commonly called TDS, refers to the blend of minerals, salts and metals dissolved into your tap water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural sources like rock and soil, or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS gets high, homeowners in Greenacres might notice a metallic, salty or bitter taste and more spotting on faucets and glass surfaces. Because TDS is a measure of everything dissolved in the water rather than a single contaminant, the best approach depends on which dissolved substances are present.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. In Palm Beach County’s typically hard municipal water, elevated dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and contribute to faster scale buildup in water heaters, pipes and fixtures. You may also see soap that lathers poorly, film on shower doors, or mineral deposits around taps. A proper test will show overall TDS and indicate whether dissolved salts are driving the issue in your Greenacres home.
To actually lower dissolved salts and reduce total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike standard carbon filters that primarily improve taste and remove many organic contaminants, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane to reject the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That makes reverse osmosis well suited to address dissolved solids from a variety of sources — it’s the go-to choice when homeowners specifically want to target TDS.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point of entry so every tap, shower and appliance in your Greenacres residence benefits from lower TDS. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine often present in municipal supplies, systems are usually installed with prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and behaves more consistently throughout the home; Mr. Pure Water can test your water and advise whether whole-house RO fits your plumbing and household needs.