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 degreasers or related chemicals get into the environment. You may also find it listed as o-Dichlorobenzene on lab reports. Because even small amounts can affect water quality, many Salem homeowners choose to treat water at the main line so the same filtered water reaches every faucet, shower, and appliance in the house.
When present, this contaminant can produce chemical-like tastes or odors, though smell alone won’t tell you for sure what’s in your water. The best way to know is with a recent water test or by reviewing the available water quality information for your area. If 1,2-Dichlorobenzene is a concern for your Salem home, lowering its level can protect plumbing fixtures and give you greater confidence in water for bathing, cooking, and everyday use.
To reduce 1,2-Dichlorobenzene throughout a residence, a whole-house activated carbon filter is often the top single-filter choice. Activated carbon adsorbs many organic and solvent-type chemicals, including o-Dichlorobenzene, as water flows through the media. Installed at the main water entry to your Salem home, this single system treats water for every tap so you don’t need multiple point-of-use units for drinking, showering, and laundry.
Effectiveness comes down to selecting the right carbon type and sizing the carbon tank correctly so there’s sufficient contact time and media to capture contaminants. A whole-house carbon system also helps reduce other taste- and odor-causing compounds, making water more pleasant across the home. Carbon media requires periodic replacement or servicing to maintain performance; Mr. Pure Water can evaluate your Salem home’s flow rate and water use to recommend a whole-house activated carbon system that addresses 1,2-Dichlorobenzene reliably.