Including filter system and high-performance 1,1,2-Trichloroethane filter.
1,1,2-Trichloroethane is a synthetic solvent that can reach groundwater when industrial chemicals enter the environment. As a volatile organic compound (VOC), it may be present even when water looks and tastes normal, so the only reliable way to know it’s there is through testing or a utility report. For homeowners in City Point who want confidence in the water throughout their house, treating the supply at the point of entry helps protect every faucet and appliance.
VOCs such as 1,1,2-trichloroethane can be a concern when the same water is used for drinking, cooking, bathing and laundry every day. This contaminant has been used as a solvent and can persist in water without obvious signs. If you rely on a private well near City Point, regular testing is especially important because private systems don’t get routine municipal monitoring; if you’re on public water, adding a home filtration layer can give extra peace of mind beyond standard treatment.
The most effective single-filter option for reducing 1,1,2-trichloroethane throughout a house is a whole-house activated carbon system. Catalytic or coconut shell activated carbon is commonly used to adsorb many VOCs as water flows through the media. Installed at the main water entry for a City Point home, this filter treats water used for drinking, showering, laundry and sinks all at once and is a practical alternative to multiple point-of-use units.
Carbon performance depends on contact time and the amount of media, so choosing the right tank size and managing flow rate are key for reliable VOC reduction. A properly sized whole-house carbon system will maintain better removal during varying demand—from a single faucet to multiple showers—while also addressing hard-water mineral concerns common in coastal Florida plumbing. Like any carbon filter, the media needs periodic replacement to prevent breakthrough; Mr. Pure Water can size a system for your household and verify results with follow-up testing if you’d like.