Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, commonly called TDS, refers to the collection of minerals, salts and metals dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural sources like rock and soil or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS levels become noticeable, homeowners often report a salty, metallic or bitter taste and more spotting on glass and fixtures. Because TDS is a measurement of many substances rather than a single contaminant, the best approach depends on which dissolved ions are present in your Lakemont water.
High TDS typically reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. Many of those are the same minerals that make central Florida groundwater hard and contribute to limescale on pipes and appliances. Elevated dissolved solids can make water less pleasant to drink, increase scale buildup, leave film on shower doors, and reduce soap lathering. Testing your water in Lakemont will show overall TDS and reveal whether dissolved salts are the main cause.
To actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the single most effective filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike typical 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 capability makes RO well suited to address dissolved solids from a variety of sources. When Lakemont homeowners want a system focused specifically on reducing TDS, RO is the technology designed for that purpose.
A properly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point of entry so reduced TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance in your Lakemont home. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine—common concerns with hard, mineral-rich groundwater—these systems are usually installed with prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life. The result is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels more consistent throughout the house; Mr. Pure Water can help determine if whole-house RO is the right choice for your plumbing and household needs.