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 similar chemicals reach the environment. You may also see it reported as o-Dichlorobenzene on lab results or water quality reports. Because even small amounts can affect water quality, many Upper Grand Lagoon 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, people sometimes notice a chemical taste or smell, though odor alone isn’t a reliable indicator of what’s in your water. The best way to know is a recent water test or review of whatever water quality information is available for your property. If you’re concerned in Upper Grand Lagoon, lowering 1,2-Dichlorobenzene can protect fixtures, improve the taste and smell, and give you greater confidence in water used for bathing, cooking and laundry.
For whole-house reduction of 1,2-Dichlorobenzene, an activated carbon filter is typically the single most effective option. Carbon media adsorbs many organic solvent-type compounds, including o-Dichlorobenzene, as water flows through the tank. Installed at the main water entry for an Upper Grand Lagoon home, this approach treats every outlet without needing separate under-sink units, which is useful when the contaminant can affect both drinking water and water used for showers and laundry.
Sizing the carbon tank correctly and choosing the appropriate carbon type matters because removal depends on contact time and the amount of media available to capture contaminants. A whole-house carbon system also helps with other taste- and odor-causing compounds, improving water throughout your Upper Grand Lagoon home. Carbon media needs periodic servicing or replacement to maintain effectiveness; Mr. Pure Water can assess your household flow and water use and recommend a whole-house activated carbon system that fits your needs.