Including filter system and high-performance Chlorite filter.
Chlorite is a disinfectant byproduct that can form when utilities use chlorine dioxide to treat water. It’s different from chlorine, but like other dissolved contaminants it can be present without changing taste, odor, or appearance, so you might never notice it by eye or smell. Palmetto Estates homeowners typically find out about chlorite through a water quality report or a lab test, especially in our Miami‑Dade groundwater system which is naturally mineral‑rich and used year‑round.
If chlorite levels feel concerning, many families in Palmetto Estates choose to lower exposure for drinking, cooking, and bathing—particularly when caring for children or sensitive household members. Simple pitchers or basic sediment cartridges usually won’t remove chlorite effectively, so a whole‑house solution is often preferred: treat the water once at the entry point and every faucet, shower, and appliance in your home receives the same protection.
The single most effective whole‑house option for chlorite is catalytic carbon. Unlike standard activated carbon, catalytic carbon is designed to promote surface reactions that reduce certain oxidizing byproducts, making it better suited for dissolved chlorite. Because Palmetto Estates sits on Miami‑Dade’s hard, groundwater‑based supply, you need sufficient contact time and the correct media volume—so a properly sized catalytic carbon tank on the main line is the reliable way to treat your household water.
A catalytic carbon whole‑house system is usually placed after the main shutoff to guard plumbing, fixtures, and daily water use without altering how you live. Pairing it with a sediment prefilter can protect the carbon bed from particulate matter common in hard groundwater, but catalytic carbon remains the primary stage for reducing chlorite. Mr. Pure Water can assess your Palmetto Estates home’s flow needs and recommend the right tank size and configuration so every tap and appliance gets consistent treatment.