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 metals dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural sources like rock and soil or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS levels become elevated you might notice a salty, metallic or bitter taste and increased spotting on faucets and glass. Because TDS is a measurement of many substances rather than a single contaminant, the best approach depends on which dissolved constituents are present in your Ocean City water.
High TDS usually reflects dissolved salts and ions such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate, along with other small charged particles. While some are routine minerals, higher dissolved solids can make drinking water less pleasant and put extra wear on water-using appliances. You may also find faster scale buildup, cloudy films on shower doors, or soap that won’t lather as well. Testing is the reliable way to measure overall TDS and determine whether dissolved salts are the primary cause in your Ocean City home.
To actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike 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 membrane approach makes RO well suited to address dissolved solids from a variety of sources. When Ocean City homeowners want a system specifically aimed at reducing TDS, reverse osmosis is the recommended choice.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point of entry so reduced TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance in your Ocean City house. Because RO membranes can be sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are typically combined with prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life. The overall effect is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels more consistent throughout the home — and Mr. Pure Water can help test your water and determine whether whole-house RO is the right fit for your plumbing and household needs.