Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, or TDS, is the term for the mix of minerals, salts and metals dissolved in your tap water. These dissolved solids can come from natural sources like rock and soil underground, or from treatment and distribution systems before the water reaches your home. In Jerome and nearby Collier County areas that rely on mineral-rich groundwater, higher TDS can show up as a salty, metallic or bitter taste and more spotting on fixtures and glass. Because TDS measures the total load rather than a single substance, the best fix depends on which salts and ions are present.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. While many are common minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make water less enjoyable to drink and can be tough on water heaters, coffee makers and other appliances that heat or evaporate water. You may also notice faster scale buildup, soap that won’t lather as well, or film on shower doors — all familiar issues in hard-water communities near the Everglades and Big Cypress areas. A TDS test will reveal the total level and help determine whether dissolved salts are the primary cause.
When the aim is to actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, reverse osmosis (RO) is the single most effective filter technology. Unlike standard carbon systems that mainly improve taste and cut many organics, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That makes RO a strong choice for dealing with dissolved solids from a variety of sources, and it’s the option homeowners most often request when they want measurable reductions in TDS.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system sized for your Jerome home 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 normally paired with prefiltration to protect performance and lengthen membrane life. The overall result is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels more consistent around the house; Mr. Pure Water can test your supply and advise whether whole-house RO is the right fit for your plumbing and needs.