Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, often called TDS, refers to the mix of minerals, salts and small ions dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can come from natural sources — like the rock and soil common in Highlands County — or from treatment and distribution systems. When TDS runs high, you might notice a salty, metallic or bitter taste and more spotting on faucets, glass and dishes. Because TDS is a measurement of many different constituents rather than a single contaminant, the best remedy depends on which dissolved materials are present.
High TDS often indicates dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate among other small ions. In Lake Placid and other inland Central Florida communities with hard groundwater, those minerals can also contribute to faster scale buildup, soap that won’t lather as well, and film on shower doors and fixtures. A proper water test will report overall TDS and help determine whether dissolved salts are the primary cause of your symptoms.
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. For homeowners wanting a solution targeted specifically at dissolved solids, RO is the filter designed to do that job.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point of entry so reduced TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance in your Lake Placid home. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are commonly paired with prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life. The combined setup tends to produce water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels more consistent across the house — and Mr. Pure Water can help test your supply and determine whether whole-house RO fits your plumbing and household needs.