Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids — often shown as TDS — refers to the blend of minerals, salts and metals dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural sources like local rock and soil or from how water is treated and moved through the pipes. When TDS gets high, you might notice a slightly salty, metallic or bitter taste and more spotting on glassware and fixtures around your Highland Beach home. Because TDS is a measurement of everything dissolved in the water rather than one specific contaminant, the right approach depends on what those dissolved components actually are.
High TDS commonly includes dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. In Palm Beach County’s warm, humid climate and naturally hard water, elevated dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and contribute to faster scale buildup in water-using appliances and fixtures. You may also see film on shower doors, reduced soap lathering, and mineral deposits forming more quickly; testing your water will show total TDS and help determine whether dissolved salts are the main cause.
To actually remove dissolved salts and reduce total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike typical carbon filters that mainly improve taste and remove many organic contaminants, RO uses a semi-permeable membrane to reject the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That makes reverse osmosis the go-to option when homeowners want a system designed specifically to lower dissolved solids from a variety of sources.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system installed at the point of entry treats all water flowing to taps, showers and appliances, helping reduce residue and provide more consistent water quality throughout Highland Beach residences. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are usually paired with prefilters to protect performance and lengthen membrane life. Mr. Pure Water can test your water, confirm whether high TDS is present, and recommend whether a whole-house RO setup fits your plumbing and household needs.