Including filter system and high-performance 1,2-Dichlorobenzene filter.
1,2-Dichlorobenzene is a man-made solvent that can enter water supplies when industrial chemicals contaminate the environment. You may also see it reported as o-Dichlorobenzene on lab results or water quality notices. Because even small amounts can affect water quality, many Coral Way Village residents choose to treat water where it comes into the house so every faucet, shower and appliance receives the same filtered water.
When 1,2-Dichlorobenzene is present it can cause a chemical taste or odor, but you shouldn’t rely on smell alone to judge safety. The best step is a current water test or checking available water quality information for your Miami-Dade County supply. Addressing this contaminant can improve how water tastes and smells for everyday tasks like cooking and bathing, and give Coral Way Village homeowners greater confidence in their household water.
To reduce 1,2-Dichlorobenzene in a home system, a whole-house activated carbon filter is typically the most effective single-filter choice. Activated carbon adsorbs many organic and solvent-type compounds, including o-Dichlorobenzene, as water flows through the media. Installed at the main water inlet, it treats all water used in the house—helpful in Coral Way Village where hard municipal water can leave mineral scale and where homeowners want protection for showers, laundry and appliances without installing multiple point-of-use units.
Performance comes down to choosing the correct carbon type and a tank sized for your home’s flow and usage so the water has enough contact time with the media. A whole-house carbon system also reduces other odor- and taste-causing compounds, improving water aesthetics across your Coral Way Village property. Like any filter, carbon must be serviced or replaced on schedule to stay effective—Mr. Pure Water can help select and size an activated carbon system that fits your home and water needs.