Including filter system and high-performance Tungsten filter.
Tungsten is a naturally occurring metal that can dissolve into drinking water at low levels. In areas like Lakemont, where many homes draw from mineral-rich groundwater, interactions between water and local rock or soil can influence which metals are present. Tungsten in water is usually colorless and odorless, so the only way to know if it’s there is with a lab test. Lakemont homeowners who want added peace of mind often begin by testing for metals, including tungsten.
Because research on tungsten in drinking water is still developing, many Lakemont residents take a practical, precautionary route when tests show higher levels. Clear-looking water can still contain dissolved metals, so periodic testing is a good practice—especially for private wells, whose quality can vary with seasons and usage. If your water comes from a municipal source, check local water quality reports and consider sampling at the tap to confirm what’s entering your Lakemont home.
To reduce tungsten at the point where water enters your house, a whole-house reverse osmosis system is generally the single-filter option that performs best. Reverse osmosis forces water through a semipermeable membrane that rejects many dissolved metals and other inorganic contaminants, lowering tungsten before it reaches faucets, showers, and appliances. Simpler media that treat taste or odor usually won’t remove dissolved tungsten, so a properly designed whole-house RO includes prefiltration to protect the membrane from sediment and chlorine when present.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system for a Lakemont house can be set up with storage and a delivery system to provide consistent treated water throughout your home. Long-term performance relies on correct sizing, sufficient water pressure, and routine filter and membrane servicing, since fouling will reduce removal efficiency. Because much of central Florida uses hard, mineral-rich groundwater that can cause limescale, homes with wells may need additional pretreatment for hardness, iron, or particulates to protect RO membranes. Mr. Pure Water can review your Lakemont water test and recommend a whole-house RO system tailored to address tungsten effectively.