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 metals dissolved in your tap water. These dissolved solids can come from natural contact with rock and soil or from treatment and distribution processes before water reaches Madison homes. When TDS climbs high, people commonly notice a salty, metallic or bitter flavor and more spotting on glassware and fixtures. Because TDS is a measurement of many different dissolved substances rather than a single contaminant, the best approach depends on which dissolved salts or ions are present.
High TDS is often driven by dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. While several of these are naturally occurring minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and can stress appliances that heat or evaporate water. You might notice faster scale buildup, film on shower doors, and soap that doesn’t lather as well in your Madison home. A water test will show overall TDS 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 typical 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 RO an appropriate choice when dissolved solids from various sources are the concern, and when homeowners request a filter specifically aimed at lowering TDS.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point of entry so the reduction in TDS applies to every tap, shower and appliance in your Madison residence. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are usually installed 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 the home—Mr. Pure Water can test your water and advise whether whole-house RO fits your plumbing and household needs.