Including filter system and high-performance 8:2 FTS filter.
8:2 FTS is one member of the PFAS family—persistent, human-made chemicals that can turn up in drinking water. Folks in Lois may hear about it from local testing, news, or their utility’s reports, but it isn’t something you can taste, see, or smell. If you’re worried about exposure at home, a sensible next step is choosing treatment that targets PFAS as a group, including 8:2 FTS.
When 8:2 FTS is present in a household supply, it travels with water used for cooking, bathing, laundry and more. Many under-sink or faucet filters only protect a single point, leaving other taps and appliances unfiltered. A whole-house filter installed for Lois homes treats water at the main line so every shower, washer and fixture sees the same protection and you’re not guessing which outlets are safe.
The most effective single-filter choice for whole-house reduction of 8:2 FTS is a PFAS-rated activated carbon system, typically high-capacity granular activated carbon (GAC). Activated carbon removes many organic contaminants by adsorption and is commonly used for PFAS treatment. Because PFAS compounds behave differently, effectiveness depends on using sufficient carbon media and ensuring adequate contact time rather than relying on a small cartridge—so a properly sized whole-house GAC unit is recommended for Lois properties.
A whole-house GAC filter is fitted on the main water line so treated water reaches showers, faucets and appliances throughout your Lois home. System performance varies with flow rate, water chemistry and how long the carbon has been in service, so choosing a unit with appropriate media capacity, routine replacement and often a sediment prefilter is important. For consistent reduction of PFAS like 8:2 FTS, pick a system engineered for whole-house flow and maintenance rather than a small point-of-use cartridge.