Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, often called TDS, describes the combined minerals, salts and metals dissolved in your drinking water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural sources — like the ground your water flows through — or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS gets high, homeowners sometimes notice a salty, metallic or bitter taste, and more spotting on faucets, glass and fixtures. Because TDS is a measure of many components rather than a single contaminant, the best approach depends on which dissolved substances are present in your Millers Ferry water.
High TDS commonly reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate, plus other small ions. Even though some of these are harmless minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make water less enjoyable to drink and can strain appliances that heat or evaporate water. You may notice quicker scale formation, soap that won’t lather well, and film on shower doors or fixtures. A proper test will report overall TDS and help determine whether dissolved salts are the main contributor in your Millers Ferry home.
To actually lower dissolved salts and reduce total dissolved solids, the single most effective filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike 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 makes reverse osmosis a strong choice when dissolved solids from varied sources are the concern. When Millers Ferry residents want a filter specifically aimed at cutting TDS, RO is the technology designed for that purpose.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point it enters your Millers Ferry home, so lower TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are usually paired with prefiltration to protect the membrane and extend its life. The result is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels consistent throughout the house. Mr. Pure Water can test your water and help determine if whole-house RO is the right match for your plumbing and household needs.