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 dissolved metals present in water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural contact with rock and soil or enter your plumbing through treatment and distribution systems. When overall TDS rises, Leonia homeowners may detect a salty, metallic, or bitter taste and notice more spotting on glass and fixtures. Because TDS measures the combined dissolved load rather than a single substance, the best solution depends on which ions and salts are contributing to the reading.
High TDS readings are often driven by dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate, plus other small ions. While many of these are common minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make tap water less appealing, shorten the life of water-heating appliances and increase scale buildup. In homes around Leonia you might spot soap that won’t lather well, film on shower doors, or faster mineral deposits on fixtures. A TDS test will show the total level and help determine whether dissolved salts are the primary cause.
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 dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That makes RO well suited to address dissolved solids from a variety of sources; when Leonia homeowners want a system aimed specifically at reducing TDS, reverse osmosis is the recommended choice.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system installed at the point of entry treats all water entering your Leonia home, so TDS reductions reach every tap, shower and appliance. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are commonly paired with prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life. The outcome is water that often tastes cleaner, leaves fewer mineral residues as it dries, and feels more consistent throughout the house — and Mr. Pure Water can help determine if whole-house RO is appropriate for your plumbing and needs.