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 listed as tetrachloromethane. As a VOC it can travel with water and sometimes become noticeable when water is aerated at the tap, though taste or smell aren’t reliable indicators. If you live in Maitland or elsewhere in Orange County and are worried about contaminants, the sure way to know what’s in your water is to have it tested.
Many contaminants, including certain VOCs, can be dissolved in water even when it appears clear—so treating water where it enters your home is a common choice for Maitland homeowners. A whole-house system protects everything from drinking and cooking to showers, laundry, and cleaning, and helps prevent volatile compounds from evaporating into your indoor air during bathing or dishwashing. If testing shows carbon tetrachloride or tetrachloromethane on your results, opt for a system built specifically 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 passes through instead of merely trapping particles. Catalytic carbon provides improved performance for a range of organic chemicals compared with standard activated carbon, making it a strong selection when your priority is VOC removal throughout the house. Installed at the main water line, it treats water before it reaches any faucet, appliance, or fixture in your Maitland residence.
Because carbon tetrachloride (also called tetrachloromethane) is dissolved in water, effective removal depends on adequate contact time and properly sized catalytic carbon media. Whole-house catalytic carbon systems are designed to handle typical flow rates so homeowners in Maitland’s hard-water area won’t have to sacrifice water pressure. These systems can also reduce other organic compounds that cause off-odors and improve overall taste. Mr. Pure Water can help you choose a catalytic carbon setup sized for your home’s usage and your water test results.