Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, commonly called TDS, refers to the blend of minerals, salts and metals that are dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural geology, the water treatment process, or the distribution system that delivers water to your Ocean Ridge home. When TDS rises, you might detect a slightly salty, bitter or metallic taste and notice more spotting on glassware and fixtures. Because TDS measures a mixture rather than a single substance, the ideal treatment depends on which dissolved constituents are present.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts and ions like sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate, along with other small dissolved particles. While some are naturally occurring minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make tap water less appealing and increase wear on appliances that heat water. In coastal Palm Beach County homes, where hard water scale is a common concern, you may also see faster scale buildup, cloudy glass, and soap that won’t lather as well. A proper water test will report overall TDS and help determine whether dissolved salts are driving the issue in your system.
To actually reduce dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike basic 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-based approach is uniquely suited to tackle dissolved solids from a variety of sources, so when Ocean Ridge homeowners ask for a solution aimed specifically at TDS, reverse osmosis is the recommended option.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system installed at the point of entry treats every tap, shower and appliance throughout your Ocean Ridge residence. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are normally paired with prefilters to protect performance and extend membrane life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels more consistent across the home—helpful in our warm, humid South Florida climate where hard water scale can be an ongoing issue. Mr. Pure Water can test your water, confirm whether high TDS is present, and advise if a whole-house RO system fits your plumbing and household needs.