Including filter system and high-performance ADONA filter.
ADONA is a manufactured chemical that’s grouped with other PFAS and can turn up in drinking water. Many Highland View homeowners first hear about it from a utility notice, local news, or results from private well testing. Though often mentioned with other PFAS, ADONA is a distinct compound and may call for a specific treatment approach. If ADONA is on your mind, it’s useful to know the common sources and the treatment options available in our area.
Because ADONA is used in certain industrial applications, it can enter waterways through releases and then remain in the environment for a long time. It typically won’t change the taste, smell, or look of your water, so you can’t rely on sensory clues to detect it. That’s why testing and targeted solutions are important for Highland View homes. A properly installed whole-house system treats water at every tap, not just at the kitchen sink, lowering household exposure.
For whole-home removal of PFAS-type compounds such as ADONA, the most commonly chosen option is a high-capacity activated carbon filter. Granular activated carbon (GAC) provides extensive internal surface area to adsorb trace organic contaminants as water passes through. When sized correctly for your home’s flow and usage, a whole-house carbon setup treats water for bathing, laundry and cooking—helping reduce what Highland View families use throughout the house. Contact time and media capacity affect performance, so proper sizing is key.
A whole-house carbon filter is normally placed at the point where water enters your Highland View home so it works automatically without changing daily habits. To maintain consistent ADONA reduction the carbon media must be replaced on a regular schedule determined by your water use and contaminant load. If your house relies on a private well, a sediment prefilter ahead of the carbon can protect the media from clogging. Mr. Pure Water can recommend and install a whole-house activated carbon system tailored to your plumbing and local water conditions to help keep ADONA reduction reliable across the home.