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 dissolved into your tap water. Those dissolved solids can originate from natural rock and soil, or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS is elevated, homeowners may detect a salty, metallic or bitter taste and notice spotting on glass and fixtures. Remember that TDS is a measurement of many constituents, so the most appropriate solution depends on which dissolved substances make up the total.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts like sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate plus other small ions. In Riverside Acres — where groundwater is frequently mineral-rich and water tends to be hard — those dissolved minerals can make water less pleasant, promote faster scale buildup, leave film on shower doors and reduce soap lathering. A simple TDS test shows the overall level and points toward whether dissolved salts are driving the issue.
To actually reduce dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter type is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike carbon filters, which mainly improve taste and target many organic contaminants, RO uses a semi-permeable membrane to reject the dissolved ions that contribute to high TDS. That capability makes RO the right choice when homeowners ask for a system specifically designed to address dissolved solids.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system sized for your Riverside Acres home treats water at the point of entry so TDS reduction reaches every tap, shower and appliance. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are typically installed with prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life. The end result is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels more consistent throughout the house — and Mr. Pure Water can help determine whether whole-house RO suits your plumbing and needs.