Including filter system and high-performance Carbon Tetrachloride filter.
Carbon tetrachloride is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter drinking water when industrial chemicals or stored solvents reach groundwater. On lab reports you may also see it called tetrachloromethane. As a VOC it can travel with water and sometimes become noticeable when water is aerated at the tap, though it often has no obvious taste or smell. For homeowners in Coral Gables who are curious or concerned about their water, the only way to know for sure is to have your water tested.
Many VOCs remain dissolved even in clear water, which is why Coral Gables residents commonly choose treatment at the point where water enters the house. A whole-house system protects every use — drinking, cooking, showers, laundry and cleaning — and that’s important because volatile compounds can release into indoor air during baths or dishwashing. If your test shows carbon tetrachloride or tetrachloromethane, opt for a system built for VOC reduction rather than a simple sediment or particulate filter.
For whole-home reduction of carbon tetrachloride, a catalytic carbon filter is generally the most effective single-filter option. Carbon media adsorbs many VOCs as water flows through, rather than just mechanically straining particles, and catalytic carbon delivers improved performance against a broader range of organic chemicals compared with standard activated carbon. Installed at the main water line in your Coral Gables home, it treats water before it reaches any faucet or appliance.
Because carbon tetrachloride (tetrachloromethane) is dissolved, a catalytic carbon filter needs adequate contact time and properly sized media to perform well. A whole-house catalytic carbon system is designed to handle typical flow rates so Coral Gables homeowners don’t have to sacrifice water pressure, and it can also help reduce odors and improve taste by removing other organics. Mr. Pure Water can help select the right catalytic carbon setup for your home, considering local factors like South Florida’s hard water and your household usage.