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 make their way into the environment. You may also see it reported as o-Dichlorobenzene on lab results. Because even small amounts can affect water quality, many Rosemont homeowners choose to treat water where it enters the house so every faucet, shower and appliance receives the same filtered water.
When 1,2-Dichlorobenzene is present it can cause chemical-like tastes or odors, though smell alone isn’t a reliable indicator. The best way to know what’s in your water is a current test or to review available water quality information. In Rosemont’s humid subtropical climate, having confidence in your home water — for bathing, cooking and laundry — often starts with reducing contaminants like 1,2-Dichlorobenzene to protect fixtures and improve everyday water use.
For treating 1,2-Dichlorobenzene in a home supply, 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 entry to a Rosemont home, this single system treats all taps without needing multiple point-of-use devices, which is helpful when the contaminant could affect drinking water, showers and laundry.
Correct sizing and the right carbon grade are critical because removal depends on contact time and the amount of media available. A whole-house carbon tank also reduces other taste- and odor-causing compounds, making water throughout your Rosemont home more pleasant. Carbon media must be serviced or replaced on schedule to maintain effectiveness; Mr. Pure Water can help select a whole-house activated carbon system sized to your home’s flow rate and usage so 1,2-Dichlorobenzene is addressed reliably.