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 find their way into groundwater. You may also see it listed as tetrachloromethane on lab reports. As a VOC it can travel with water and sometimes become noticeable when water is aerated at the tap, though you can’t always rely on taste or smell to detect it. If you live in New Harmony and are worried about contaminants, the most reliable step is to have your water tested so you know whether carbon tetrachloride is present.
Even crystal-clear water can hold dissolved VOCs, which is why many New Harmony homeowners opt for treatment where water enters the house. A whole-house system protects every use — drinking, cooking, bathing, laundry and cleaning — and that’s important because volatile compounds can off-gas into the air during activities like showering or dishwashing. If testing shows carbon tetrachloride or tetrachloromethane in your supply, a system engineered for VOC removal is a better choice than a simple sediment or particulate filter.
To reduce carbon tetrachloride throughout the home, a catalytic carbon filter is generally the most effective single-filter option. Carbon media works by adsorbing VOCs as water passes through instead of just straining out particles. Catalytic carbon provides improved performance for many organic contaminants compared with standard activated carbon, making it a solid pick when your priority is VOC reduction across your New Harmony house. When installed at the main water line it treats water before it reaches any faucet or appliance.
Because carbon tetrachloride (also called tetrachloromethane) is dissolved in water, the filter needs enough contact time and properly sized media to be effective. A whole-house catalytic carbon system is designed to handle typical household flow so you won’t sacrifice pressure for treated water. It can also help improve taste and reduce odors by removing other organics that cause off-smells. Mr. Pure Water can work with New Harmony homeowners to choose the right catalytic carbon configuration based on your water test and household needs.