Including filter system and high-performance Chlorite filter.
Chlorite is a chemical byproduct that can appear when utilities use chlorine dioxide to disinfect water. It’s distinct from chlorine, but like other disinfectant byproducts it can dissolve into drinking water without affecting taste, smell, or appearance. Lewis homeowners often discover chlorite through a utility notice or a private water test, since it’s not obvious just from using the tap.
If chlorite levels make you uneasy, it can undermine confidence in the water you use for cooking, drinking, and bathing around Lewis. Many families choose to lower exposure for children or other sensitive household members even when water seems normal. Because chlorite is dissolved, simple pitcher filters or basic sediment cartridges usually won’t do the job — a whole-house solution treats water at the point it enters your home so every faucet and shower receives the same protection.
The single most effective whole-house filter type for chlorite is catalytic carbon. Unlike standard activated carbon, catalytic carbon is formulated to encourage reactions on the carbon surface that help reduce certain oxidizing byproducts. To treat dissolved chlorite reliably you need appropriate contact time and the correct media, which is why a properly sized catalytic carbon tank installed at the main service line is recommended for Lewis homes.
A whole-house catalytic carbon system is normally placed after the main shutoff so it protects plumbing, fixtures, and everyday water use without changing how you live in Lewis. It’s common to add a sediment prefilter to preserve the carbon bed, but the catalytic carbon remains the primary stage for reducing chlorite. Mr. Pure Water can help you select the right tank size and configuration to meet your household flow needs and water quality goals.