Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, commonly called TDS, refers to the mixture of minerals, salts and small metals dissolved in your household water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural sources like local rock and soil, or be introduced during treatment and distribution. When TDS rises, many homeowners notice a salty, bitter or metallic taste and spotting on faucets, glass and fixtures. Because TDS measures the combined dissolved load rather than one single substance, the right approach depends on which minerals and salts are present in your water.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other ions. In South Apopka and the surrounding Orange County area—where groundwater-fed supplies and private wells are common—these minerals can contribute to hard water that’s tougher on appliances and plumbing. Elevated dissolved solids can make water taste unpleasant, accelerate scale buildup, cause film on shower doors, and reduce soap lather. A TDS test will show the total level and point toward whether dissolved salts are the main 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 improve taste and reduce many organic contaminants, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That makes RO a strong choice for addressing dissolved solids from diverse sources common around South Apopka and the Orlando metro area. When homeowners want a solution targeted at TDS, reverse osmosis is the technology designed for that purpose.
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 South Apopka home. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are normally paired with prefilters to protect performance and extend membrane life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue on fixtures and feels more consistent throughout the house—especially helpful in hard-water areas—and Mr. Pure Water can test your supply and advise if whole-house RO is the right option for your plumbing and household needs.