Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, commonly called TDS, refers to the mix of minerals, salts and metals dissolved in your tap water. These dissolved solids can come from natural sources like rock and soil or enter your supply through treatment and distribution. When TDS rises, homeowners often notice salty, metallic or bitter tastes and more mineral spotting on fixtures and glass. Because TDS is a measurement of many different dissolved components rather than a single contaminant, the best fix depends on exactly which dissolved substances are present in your Killingsworth Crossroads water.
High TDS commonly reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. While some of these are routine minerals, higher levels of dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and can stress appliances that heat or evaporate water. You might see accelerated scale buildup, film on shower doors, and soap that won’t lather as well. A proper test will measure overall TDS and help determine whether dissolved salts are the main cause in your Killingsworth Crossroads home.
To actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike standard carbon filters that mainly improve taste and reduce many organic contaminants, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That makes reverse osmosis well suited to address dissolved solids from a variety of sources, and it’s the go-to choice when homeowners want a system targeted specifically at reducing TDS.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point it enters your plumbing so TDS reduction applies to every tap, shower and appliance in the house. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, whole-house systems are usually paired with prefiltration to protect the membrane and extend its life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels more consistent throughout your Killingsworth Crossroads home — and Mr. Pure Water can help test your water and determine whether whole-house RO is the right fit for your needs.