Including filter system and high-performance Chlorate filter.
Chlorate is a chemical byproduct that can appear in drinking water when certain disinfectants break down, and it can also come from some industrial processes. It may be present in either municipal or well supplies depending on the source, and because chlorate is usually colorless and odorless, you won’t detect it by taste or smell alone. The only reliable way to know what’s in your Skipper water is to have it tested and then follow a clear treatment plan tailored to your home.
When tests show elevated chlorate, many homeowners around Skipper prefer a solution that protects every tap in the house instead of just a point-of-use filter. Treating water at the point it enters your home covers everyday uses like cooking, ice-making, brushing teeth, and bathing, and it avoids the hassle of maintaining several separate units. A whole-house approach is built to provide consistent treatment as water conditions vary, giving reliable protection for the whole household.
For reducing chlorate, a dedicated reverse osmosis (RO) system is one of the most effective single-filter options because the semipermeable membrane rejects many dissolved salts and oxidized byproducts. Chlorate behaves like a dissolved ion in water, which RO is designed to target, and in a whole-house arrangement the RO membrane serves as the primary treatment stage—sending concentrated reject water to drain while supplying treated water for the home. Properly sizing the system helps preserve flow and performance for everyday Skipper household demand.
A whole-house RO installation typically includes sediment and carbon prefilters to protect the membrane and extend its life by removing particles and other oxidizers before they reach the RO element. Because reverse osmosis generates a wastewater stream, planning the install around drain access and storage or delivery ensures steady pressure and reliable supply. Mr. Pure Water can review your Skipper water test results and usage to help determine whether whole-house RO is the right fit for your home.