Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, or TDS, is the collective amount of minerals, salts and metals dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids may come from natural sources like rock and soil or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS is elevated you might notice a metallic, salty or bitter taste and spotting on glass and fixtures. Because TDS is a measurement of many substances rather than a single contaminant, the best approach depends on which dissolved salts and ions make up the total.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. In Palm Beach County, where groundwater tends to be hard and the warm, humid climate encourages mineral scale, elevated dissolved solids can make water taste worse and accelerate scale on water heaters, faucets and shower doors. You may also notice soap not lathering well or more film on surfaces; testing your water will show total TDS and whether dissolved salts are driving those issues.
To actually lower dissolved salts and reduce total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike carbon filters that improve taste and remove many organic chemicals, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects the dissolved ions that contribute to high TDS. That makes RO the right choice when homeowners specifically want to reduce dissolved solids across different water sources.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system sized for your Palm Beach County home treats water at the point of entry so TDS reduction is delivered to every tap, shower and appliance. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are usually paired with prefilters to protect the membrane and prolong its life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and performs more consistently throughout homes from West Palm Beach to Wellington; Mr. Pure Water can test your supply and advise whether whole-house RO fits your plumbing and household needs.