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 in your household water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural sources — like the rocks and soils of the Floridan aquifer that supply much of St. Johns County — or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS is higher, you might notice a metallic, salty or bitter taste, plus spotting on fixtures and glass. Because TDS is a measurement that covers many different constituents, the right approach depends on which dissolved substances are present.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts and ions such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate. In places like Saint Johns River Estates, where the Floridan aquifer commonly produces hard, scale-forming water, elevated dissolved solids can make water less pleasant to drink and tougher on water heaters and other appliances. You may also see quicker scale buildup, film on shower doors, and reduced soap lather. A proper water test will measure overall TDS and indicate whether dissolved salts are the main contributor.
To actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike carbon filters that primarily improve taste and remove 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 well suited to addressing dissolved solids from a variety of sources, and when homeowners in Saint Johns River Estates want a system aimed specifically at reducing TDS, RO is the recommended choice.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point of entry so reduced TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance in your Saint Johns River Estates home. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are normally 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 more consistent throughout the house — and Mr. Pure Water can test your water and advise whether whole-house RO fits your plumbing and household needs.