Including filter system and high-performance Chlordecone filter.
Chlordecone is a long-lasting pesticide that can remain in the environment long after use and sometimes make its way into source water at very low concentrations. Because it has little taste or smell, families in Alafaya often won’t notice it without testing. Many homeowners in Orange County choose to address such invisible contaminants where water enters the house so every tap and appliance gets consistent protection.
Even if your water from UCF-area neighbors or Waterford Lakes looks clear, trace chemicals like chlordecone can be present without visible signs. Treating only one faucet leaves other household uses exposed, so many Alafaya residents opt for whole-house filtration to protect showers, sinks, laundry and appliances from potential contaminants without changing daily routines.
For reducing chlordecone, an activated carbon whole-house filter is generally the most effective single-filter option. Carbon media adsorbs many organic, pesticide-type compounds by trapping them on its surface and within its pores, making it suitable for contaminants present in small amounts that sediment filters won’t catch. Installed on the main water line into your Alafaya home, it treats water before it reaches any fixture.
A correctly sized whole-house carbon system gives water enough contact time and media volume for strong adsorption performance. As water passes through the carbon bed, chlordecone is captured while your hard Alafaya water—which can contribute to mineral scale on fixtures and appliances—continues to flow uninterrupted. Like any single-media system, it performs best when matched to your home’s flow rate and kept on a regular maintenance schedule; Mr. Pure Water can help determine the right size for your goals and any available test results.