Including filter system and high-performance Tungsten filter.
Tungsten is a naturally occurring metal that can enter drinking water at low levels. In places where groundwater flows through certain rock or soil, or where human activities affect local sources, concentrations can be higher. Because tungsten is usually colorless and odorless in water, you won't notice it without lab testing. Many City Point homeowners, especially those dealing with hard, mineral-rich groundwater common in coastal Florida, begin by testing to identify metals of concern like tungsten.
While scientific understanding of tungsten in drinking water continues to develop, a practical approach is to act when tests show elevated amounts. Water that looks clear and tastes normal can still carry dissolved metals. If you use a private well in the City Point area, periodic testing is a sensible habit because water quality can change with seasons and usage in our humid subtropical climate; if you’re on a municipal supply, check local water quality reports and consider sampling at the tap to confirm what’s entering your home.
To reduce tungsten at the point of entry, the most effective single-filter solution is a whole-house reverse osmosis system. RO employs a semipermeable membrane that rejects many dissolved metals and inorganic contaminants, lowering tungsten before it reaches faucets, showers, and appliances. Simpler media that target taste or odor won’t reliably stop dissolved tungsten, so a properly designed whole-house RO with prefiltration is recommended to protect the membrane from sediment and chlorine where applicable.
A whole-house reverse osmosis setup can include dedicated storage and distribution so treated water reaches every tap. Long-term performance depends on correct sizing, sufficient water pressure, and regular replacement of filters and the RO membrane, since fouling reduces effectiveness. Because City Point’s groundwater tends to be hard and mineral-rich, well owners may need additional pretreatment for hardness, iron, or particulates to preserve membrane life. Mr. Pure Water can review your test results and recommend a whole-house RO system tailored to address tungsten for your City Point home.