Including filter system and high-performance 1,1,1-Trichloroethane filter.
1,1,1-Trichloroethane is a synthetic solvent that can enter drinking water when industrial degreasers or similar chemicals reach groundwater. As a volatile organic compound (VOC), it can affect more than just drinking water — think cooking, bathing, and laundry too. It often won’t change the color of water and any smell may be faint, so many Southchase homeowners rely on professional water testing to know whether this contaminant is present in their supply.
If testing shows 1,1,1-trichloroethane above guideline levels, treating at the main service line is a common choice for Orlando-area homes, including those in Southchase. A whole-house system protects every faucet and appliance, not only the kitchen sink, reducing daily exposure during routine uses without requiring behavior changes. The right system removes VOCs while maintaining steady water pressure and flow for bathing, cooking and irrigation in humid subtropical climates like ours.
The single most effective filter type for reducing 1,1,1-trichloroethane is a high-quality activated carbon filter rated for VOC removal. Activated carbon captures solvent-type compounds by adsorption as water passes through the media. For whole-house treatment you’ll typically see this as a large carbon tank instead of a small cartridge so there’s enough contact time to treat the full household flow — important for homes in Orange County that often have hard groundwater and higher mineral loads.
Because 1,1,1-trichloroethane is a VOC, removal performance rests on carbon quality, media volume, and how fast water flows through the tank. A whole-house activated carbon system should be sized to your household demand so water moves slowly enough for effective adsorption, and media must be replaced periodically since carbon eventually becomes exhausted. Mr. Pure Water can work with Southchase homeowners to interpret water test results and select a properly sized carbon-based whole-house system that fits your home’s needs.