Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, often called TDS, refers to the mix of minerals, salts and metals that are dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural sources like rock and soil or can enter the system through treatment and distribution processes. When TDS gets high, homeowners in Redbay may notice a salty, bitter or metallic taste and more spotting on faucets, glassware and fixtures. Because TDS is a measurement representing many different dissolved components, the best approach depends on which dissolved salts or ions are present.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate plus other small ions. Even though some of these are common minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make tap water less appealing to drink and can be tough on water-using appliances that heat or evaporate water. You might also find quicker scale buildup, a filmy residue on shower doors, and soap that won’t lather as well. Testing your Redbay home's water will show the overall TDS and reveal whether dissolved salts are driving the issue.
If your aim is to actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike standard carbon filters that mainly improve taste and reduce many organic contaminants, RO relies on a semi-permeable membrane to reject the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That capability makes RO well suited for addressing dissolved solids from a variety of sources, and when homeowners want a filter that specifically targets TDS, reverse osmosis is the recommended choice.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point of entry so lowered TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance in your Redbay home. Because RO membranes can be sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are usually installed with prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels consistent throughout the house; Mr. Pure Water can test your water and help determine whether whole-house RO fits your plumbing and household needs.