Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, or TDS, refers to the blend of minerals, salts and small metals dissolved in your household water. These dissolved solids can come from natural sources such as rock and soil or from the way water is treated and delivered through pipes. When TDS climbs high enough, homeowners often notice metallic, salty or bitter tastes and more spotting on faucets, glass and dishes. Because TDS is a measurement of many constituents rather than a single contaminant, the right approach depends on which dissolved salts and ions are present in your Perdido Heights water.
High TDS commonly reflects dissolved salts like sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. Even though some are naturally occurring minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and increase wear on appliances that heat or evaporate water. You might also see faster scale buildup, cloudy glassware, soap that doesn’t lather well, or film on shower doors. A test that measures overall TDS can help confirm whether dissolved salts are driving these issues in your Perdido Heights home.
To actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, reverse osmosis (RO) is the most effective single filter technology. Unlike typical 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 capability makes reverse osmosis well suited for addressing dissolved solids from a variety of sources, and it’s the filter homeowners ask for when they want to target TDS specifically.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system installed at the point of entry treats all water reaching every tap, shower and appliance in your Perdido Heights residence. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are usually paired with prefiltration to protect the membrane and extend its service life. The combined setup tends to deliver 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.