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. You may also see it listed as tetrachloromethane on lab reports. As a VOC it can travel with water and sometimes becomes noticeable when water is aerated at the tap, though taste and smell aren’t a reliable way to detect it. If you live in Middle River Manor and are worried about what’s in your water, the only way to know for sure is to have it tested.
Some dissolved VOCs won’t affect water clarity, which is why many Middle River Manor homeowners choose treatment where water enters the house. A whole-house system protects every use — drinking, cooking, showering, laundry, and more — and is especially useful here where humid, subtropical conditions mean frequent bathing and water use. Volatile compounds can be released into the air during showers or dishwashing, so if testing finds carbon tetrachloride or tetrachloromethane, opt for a system made to reduce VOCs rather than a basic sediment filter.
For whole-home reduction of carbon tetrachloride, a catalytic carbon filter is generally the most effective single-filter choice. Carbon media adsorbs many VOCs as water flows through instead of just trapping particles. Catalytic carbon improves on standard activated carbon for a variety of organic chemicals, making it a reliable option for VOC control throughout your Middle River Manor house. When installed on the main water line, it treats water before it reaches faucets and appliances.
Because carbon tetrachloride (also called tetrachloromethane) is dissolved in water, a catalytic carbon system needs adequate contact time and properly sized media to perform well. Whole-house catalytic carbon setups are designed to handle typical flow rates so you don’t sacrifice pressure for treatment — a helpful feature in South Florida’s hard water conditions, which can contribute to mineral scale on fixtures and appliances. It can also reduce other organics that cause off-odors and improve taste; Mr. Pure Water can help size and specify the right catalytic carbon system for your home based on your water test results.