Including filter system and high-performance cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene filter.
cis-1,2-dichloroethylene is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter drinking water when industrial solvents or degreasers break down and move into groundwater. Because it can dissolve and travel through subsurface flows, it may spread beyond the original release point and linger. Homeowners typically won’t notice it by taste or smell at normal concentrations, so testing is the only reliable way to know if it’s present. If your well or municipal water tests indicate heightened cis-1,2-dichloroethylene, taking steps to reduce exposure throughout your Chain O'Lakes home is a prudent choice.
Water matters beyond the kitchen tap — cooking, bathing, and laundry all put household water to use. Addressing VOCs like cis-1,2-dichloroethylene at the point where water enters a Chain O'Lakes property treats every faucet and appliance, helping stop contaminants from circulating through plumbing and machines. A whole-house system gives consistent protection for daily routines across your home, so you aren’t relying on a single filter or pitcher for safety.
For cis-1,2-dichloroethylene, an activated carbon whole-house system is the most effective single-filter option. Carbon media adsorbs many organic compounds as water flows through the tank, providing the contact time needed to reduce VOCs before water reaches fixtures. When sized correctly for your home’s flow, a carbon tank quietly treats water for the kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry, making it a practical choice for homeowners around the Harris Chain of Lakes and elsewhere in Lake County.
Whole-house carbon filters are installed on the main service line so incoming water is treated before it splits to fixtures. Performance depends on factors like flow rate, media volume, and water chemistry — important considerations in Chain O'Lakes where hard, mineral-rich water and limescale can affect system sizing and longevity. Carbon media has a finite service life and needs routine replacement to maintain VOC removal. Mr. Pure Water can help size a whole-house carbon system for your home and arrange follow-up testing to confirm cis-1,2-dichloroethylene reduction if you’d like.