Including filter system and high-performance 1,1,1-Trichloroethane filter.
1,1,1-Trichloroethane is a synthetic solvent that can reach drinking water when industrial degreasers or related chemicals enter groundwater. As a volatile organic compound (VOC), it can affect more than just drinking water — the water you use for cooking, showering, and cleaning can be involved too. Because it often doesn’t change water’s appearance and any smell may be faint, many Peck homeowners rely on laboratory water testing to know whether this contaminant is present.
If testing shows 1,1,1-trichloroethane above recommended guidelines, treating water at the point it enters your Peck home is a common choice. A whole-house system protects every tap and appliance, not only the kitchen faucet, and reduces routine exposure from everyday activities without asking you to alter how you use water. The right whole-house setup targets VOCs while maintaining steady water pressure and flow for normal household use.
The most effective single filter type for reducing 1,1,1-trichloroethane in household water is a high-quality activated carbon filter engineered for VOC removal. Activated carbon removes many solvent-type compounds through adsorption as water passes through the media. For whole-house protection in Peck properties, this is typically installed as a large carbon tank instead of a small cartridge so there’s adequate contact time to treat the home’s full flow, covering both hot and cold water lines.
Because 1,1,1-trichloroethane is a VOC, filter performance depends on carbon quality, the amount of media, and how quickly water flows through the tank. A whole-house activated carbon system should be sized for your household’s demand so water moves slowly enough for effective adsorption, and media replacement on a schedule is important since carbon can become exhausted. Mr. Pure Water can help Peck homeowners interpret water test results and choose a carbon-based whole-house system that fits each home’s needs.