Including filter system and high-performance 1,1,1-Trichloroethane filter.
1,1,1-Trichloroethane is a synthetic solvent that can sometimes enter groundwater when industrial degreasers or similar chemicals migrate into the subsurface. As a volatile organic compound (VOC), it can affect more than just drinking water — think cooking, showering, and laundry around Lake Clarke Shores. It often won’t change water’s appearance, and any faint smell can be easy to overlook, which is why homeowners in Palm Beach County routinely use lab testing to know what’s actually in their water supply.
If testing shows 1,1,1-trichloroethane above recommended levels, many Lake Clarke Shores homeowners choose to treat water where it enters the house so every faucet and appliance is covered. A whole-house installation treats bathing water, hot water appliances and sinks alike without forcing changes to daily habits. In our tropical monsoon climate and with typically hard water, a whole-house system can be sized and configured to maintain good flow and pressure while addressing VOCs throughout the home.
The single most effective filter type for reducing 1,1,1-trichloroethane in a home is a quality activated carbon filter built for VOC removal. Activated carbon captures solvent-type compounds as water passes through the media; for whole-house use this is usually a large carbon tank rather than a small under-sink cartridge so there’s adequate contact time at full household flow. Properly sized systems treat both hot and cold lines, which is important for homes around Lake Clarke Shores where hard water and routine hot-water use are common.
Because 1,1,1-trichloroethane is a VOC, removal depends on the carbon quality, media volume, and how fast water flows through the tank. A whole-house activated carbon system should be matched to your household demand so water passes slowly enough for effective adsorption, and the media must be replaced periodically once it’s spent. Mr. Pure Water serves Lake Clarke Shores and Palm Beach County and can help you pick the right carbon-based whole-house filtration based on your water test and your home’s needs.