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 levels that aren’t obvious without testing. Because it usually has no strong taste or smell, many Lely homeowners won’t notice it in daily use. That’s why some families in Collier County choose to treat water at the point it enters the house so every tap receives consistent protection.
Even when water in Lely looks clear, trace contaminants such as chlordecone can still be present, and treating only one faucet may leave showers, laundry, and other everyday uses unprotected. A whole-house system treats water at the main line so treated water flows to every fixture—helpful for area homeowners who use water year-round in Southwest Florida’s humid climate and rely on consistent performance despite seasonal heavy rains.
For reducing chlordecone, an activated carbon whole-house filter is usually the single-filter option most effective for homeowners. Carbon media adsorbs many organic pesticide-type compounds by trapping them on its surface and in its pores, making it a suitable choice for small amounts of contaminants that sediment filters won’t remove. Installed at the main water line, this approach treats water before it reaches any faucet or appliance in your Lely home.
A correctly sized whole-house carbon system gives the carbon enough contact time and media volume to improve adsorption, which is important in hard, mineral-rich groundwater common around Lely and the Naples–Marco Island area. As water passes through the carbon bed, chlordecone can be captured while household use continues uninterrupted. Like any single-media solution, it performs best when matched to your home’s flow rate and kept on a regular maintenance schedule—Mr. Pure Water can help confirm the right fit and sizing based on your goals and any available test results.