Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids — often called TDS — refers to the blend of minerals, salts and metals dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can come from natural contact with rock and soil, or from treatment and distribution systems that move water to places like Marathon Shores. When TDS rises, people commonly notice a salty, bitter or metallic flavor and more visible spotting on faucets, glass and fixtures. Because TDS is a measurement of many dissolved components rather than a single contaminant, the right response depends on which salts and ions make up the dissolved load.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. While some are harmless minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make water less pleasant to drink and can stress appliances that heat or evaporate water — a concern in hard-water areas like Marathon Shores. You might also spot faster scale buildup, soap that won’t lather as well, or film on shower doors. A proper test 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 polish taste and reduce many organic compounds, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That membrane-based approach is well suited to addressing dissolved solids from a variety of sources. For Marathon Shores homeowners who want a solution specifically targeting TDS, reverse osmosis is the recommended option.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point it enters your Marathon Shores home so every tap, shower and appliance benefits. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, whole-house installations are usually paired with prefiltration to protect the membrane and extend service life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue, and feels more consistent throughout the house — and Mr. Pure Water can help test your water and determine if whole-house RO fits your plumbing and household needs after coastal exposure or storms.