Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, or TDS, is the collective term for minerals, salts and small metals dissolved in your water. These dissolved solids can come from natural geology, groundwater sources like the Floridan aquifer, or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS is elevated you might notice a metallic, salty or bitter taste and extra spotting on glass and fixtures. Because TDS is a measurement of many different dissolved substances rather than a single contaminant, the best approach depends on which salts and ions are present in your supply.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate alongside other ions. In an area like Three Lakes—where groundwater tends to be hard—these dissolved minerals can make drinking water less appealing and accelerate scale buildup in plumbing, water heaters and appliances. You may also see soap that won’t lather easily and mineral film on shower doors; a TDS test will show the overall level and help determine 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 carbon filters that mainly improve taste and reduce many organic contaminants, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects the ions responsible for high TDS. That makes RO a strong choice when homeowners want a system specifically designed to reduce dissolved solids from varied sources.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point of entry so reduced TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance throughout your Three Lakes home. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are normally installed with prefiltration to protect the membrane and extend its life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less mineral residue, and feels more consistent around the house; Mr. Pure Water can test your supply and advise if whole-house RO is the right match for your plumbing and needs.