Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids — often called TDS, dissolved solids, or dissolved salts — refers to the mixture of minerals, salts and small metals that are dissolved in your water. These dissolved constituents can originate from natural sources in the ground, from treatment and distribution, or from plumbing materials. When TDS levels climb, you might notice a salty, metallic, or bitter flavor and more spotting on fixtures and glass around your Greenwood home. Because TDS is a measurement that covers many different dissolved components, the right approach depends on which substances make up the total.
High TDS is most often driven by dissolved salts and ions like sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate, alongside other small dissolved particles. While some are harmless minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and increase wear on appliances that heat or evaporate water. You may also notice faster scale buildup, cloudy dishes, film on shower doors, or soap that won’t lather as well in your Greenwood residence. A proper test will show overall TDS and reveal whether dissolved salts are the main cause.
To actually reduce dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single-filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike carbon filters that mainly improve taste and remove many organic contaminants, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That makes reverse osmosis a strong choice for addressing dissolved solids from a variety of sources. When Greenwood homeowners want a system that targets TDS specifically, RO is the filter designed for that purpose.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system sized for your Greenwood property treats water at the point of entry so lower TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are typically installed with prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life. The end result is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels more consistent throughout the home — and Mr. Pure Water can help test your water and determine whether whole-house RO fits your plumbing and household needs.