Including filter system and high-performance Arsenic filter.
Arsenic is a naturally occurring element that can leach into drinking water when groundwater or surface water contacts certain rocks and soils. Because it typically has no taste, smell, or color at levels homeowners notice, it often shows up first on a lab report rather than by smell or appearance. In Athena, whether you’re on a private well or evaluating utility testing, a detected result is a good reason to consider steps that limit long-term exposure at every tap in your house.
Arsenic appears in water in different chemical forms, most commonly arsenic(III) and arsenic(V), and that difference affects which treatments will work best. Concentrations can shift over time, so a single test might not reflect ongoing conditions. The right move is to match a treatment to your specific water chemistry so the system performs reliably for Athena households regardless of fluctuations.
For whole-house arsenic control, a dedicated adsorptive media filter is often the most effective single-filter solution for homes. These systems use specialized media—frequently iron oxide–based or similar—that captures arsenic as water flows through the tank. Installed at the main water entry to your Athena home, they treat water used for showers, sinks, laundry and cooking, and they target dissolved arsenic rather than just sediment or taste-and-odor issues.
Because effective arsenic removal depends on your water’s chemistry, adsorptive media systems are sized and configured based on your test results and household flow requirements. If arsenic is present in a form the media doesn’t remove as well, a simple pre-treatment step like oxidation may be suggested so the media can capture it more consistently. Regular media or cartridge replacements keep the system working properly over time, and Mr. Pure Water can help Athena homeowners select and install a whole-house arsenic filter that matches their water report and needs.