Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, or TDS, refers to the combination of minerals, salts and metals that are dissolved in your household water. These dissolved solids can come from natural sources like rock and soil or from treatment and distribution steps before water reaches Wausau homes. When TDS rises, you might notice a salty, metallic or bitter flavor and more spotting on glassware and fixtures. Because TDS is an aggregate measurement rather than a single contaminant, the right response depends on which salts or minerals are present in your water.
High TDS commonly reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. Though many are naturally occurring minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make drinking water less pleasant and accelerate scale on appliances that heat or evaporate water. In Wausau households you may see faster scale buildup, cloudy spots on shower doors and dishes, or soap that doesn’t lather well. A TDS test will show the overall dissolved solids level and help determine if 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 typical carbon filters that mainly improve taste and reduce many organic contaminants, RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That membrane approach makes RO well suited to address dissolved solids from a variety of sources, and when homeowners want a filter specifically targeting TDS, RO is the standard solution.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system sized for your Wausau property treats water at the point of entry so reduced TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance. Because RO membranes can be sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are usually paired with prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels consistent throughout the home — and Mr. Pure Water can test your water and advise whether whole-house RO is the right fit for your plumbing and needs.