Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, commonly called TDS, refers to the mix of minerals, salts and small dissolved metals in your water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural sources like rock and soil or from the way water is treated and delivered. When overall TDS rises, homeowners often notice a metallic, salty or bitter taste and more spotting on glass and fixtures around the house. Because TDS is a measure of many different dissolved substances rather than a single contaminant, the appropriate solution depends on which salts or ions are present.
High TDS usually reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate alongside other small ions. In coastal Martin County and Sewall's Point, naturally hard water can accelerate scale formation, make soap lather poorly and leave film on shower doors and fixtures. Appliances that heat or evaporate water can also show more buildup when dissolved solids are elevated. A proper water test will report total dissolved solids and help determine whether dissolved salts are driving the issue in your home.
To actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike basic carbon filters that mainly improve taste and reduce some organic contaminants, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That ability makes reverse osmosis well suited to reducing dissolved solids from a variety of sources, and it’s the go-to choice when homeowners want a filter specifically aimed at lowering TDS.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system sized for Sewall's Point treats water at the point of entry so lower TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance. 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 fewer spots as it dries, and feels more consistent throughout the home; Mr. Pure Water can test your supply in Martin County and advise whether whole-house RO is the right match for your plumbing and needs.