Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, or TDS, is the term used for the mixture of minerals, salts and metals that are dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can enter tap water from natural sources like rock and soil, and they may also come from treatment and distribution systems. When TDS gets high, you might notice a salty, metallic or bitter taste and increased spotting on glass and fixtures around your Mount Dora home. Because TDS measures the total load rather than identifying a single substance, the right approach depends on which dissolved materials are present.
High TDS commonly reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. Some of these are routine minerals, but elevated dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and put extra wear on water-heating appliances—especially in hard-water areas like Mount Dora, where limescale buildup on fixtures and appliances is already a concern. You may also see faster scale, soap that won’t lather as well, or film on shower doors; testing can reveal overall TDS and show whether dissolved salts are the main cause.
To actually remove dissolved salts and reduce total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike standard carbon filters—which mainly improve taste and reduce many organic chemicals—RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That makes RO a strong choice for addressing dissolved solids from a variety of sources, and it’s the filter homeowners typically choose when they want to target TDS directly.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system sized for your Mount Dora property treats water at the point of entry so reduced TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are usually installed with prefiltration to protect membrane life and performance. The end result 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 help determine whether whole-house RO is the right solution for your plumbing and household needs.