Including filter system and high-performance 1,2-Dichloroethane filter.
1,2-Dichloroethane is a synthetic solvent that can enter drinking water when industrial chemicals reach supply sources. Because it has little or no taste or smell, you won’t necessarily detect it without testing. Homeowners in Marathon Shores and elsewhere in Monroe County who want confidence in their water often choose treatments that protect the whole house — covering drinking, cooking, bathing and laundry — rather than only a single faucet.
If you’re worried about unhealthy concentrations of 1,2-Dichloroethane, start by testing your water so you know what you’re treating. Different contaminants need different media, and not every “all-purpose” cartridge handles solvent-type chemicals well. Even in the clear, hard water common around the Keys, trace organics can be present, so pick a system based on proven performance. The aim is reliable reduction at every tap without changing how you live in your Marathon Shores home.
The most effective single-filter solution for reducing 1,2-Dichloroethane is a whole-house granular activated carbon (GAC) system sized for your household. GAC’s large surface area adsorbs many organic compounds as water flows through, and a properly sized tank gives the contact time needed for dependable removal. Installed at the point of entry in your Marathon Shores plumbing, a GAC tank treats water before it reaches kitchens, bathrooms and appliances.
A whole-house GAC filter is a simple, non-electric option that treats water automatically whenever you use it. To maintain performance in a humid, hurricane-prone place like the Florida Keys, choose a system matched to your home’s flow rate and usage so contact time isn’t compromised. Many installations in the area add a sediment prefilter ahead of the carbon to protect the media from the hard, debris-prone water. Mr. Pure Water can help Marathon Shores homeowners pick and size a GAC configuration focused on reducing 1,2-Dichloroethane throughout the house.