Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, or TDS, refers to the mix of minerals, salts and metals dissolved in your household water. These dissolved solids can come from natural sources such as rock and soil or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS gets high, you might notice a salty, metallic or bitter taste and more spotting on glassware and fixtures. Because TDS is a measurement of many different constituents rather than a single contaminant, the right approach in Seaglades depends on which dissolved substances are present.
High TDS commonly reflects dissolved salts like sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. Though some are harmless minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make tap water less pleasant, shorten appliance life where water is heated, and speed scale buildup. You may also spot soap that won’t lather well or film on shower doors. A proper test in Seaglades will show overall TDS and indicate whether dissolved salts are the primary cause.
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 address taste and many organic chemicals, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That membrane-based approach makes RO the go-to choice when homeowners in Seaglades want a system specifically aimed at reducing dissolved solids.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats incoming water so every tap, shower and appliance benefits from reduced TDS. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are normally installed with prefiltration to protect performance and lengthen membrane life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels consistent throughout your Seaglades home—Mr. Pure Water can help confirm TDS levels and whether whole-house RO suits your plumbing and household needs.