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 some industrial solvents or degreasers break down and move into groundwater. Because it can dissolve and travel away from its original source, it may persist in aquifers and wells. At the low levels most homeowners would notice, it often has no distinctive taste or smell, so testing is the reliable way to detect it. If testing for your McDavid home shows elevated cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene, it’s reasonable to take steps to reduce exposure throughout the house.
Contamination of household water affects more than just drinking: cooking, bathing, and laundry all use the same supply. For McDavid households, treating water at the point it enters the house means every faucet, shower and appliance benefits. A whole-house system also helps keep contaminants from cycling through plumbing and appliances, delivering consistent water quality across daily routines rather than relying on a single under-sink unit or pitcher.
The most effective single-filter solution for cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene in a whole-house setup is an activated carbon system formulated for VOC reduction. Carbon media adsorbs many organic compounds as water flows through the tank, providing the contact needed to capture more of this compound before it reaches fixtures in a McDavid home. Properly sized carbon systems operate automatically in the background and protect kitchens, bathrooms and laundry without extra steps from the household.
A whole-house carbon filter is normally mounted on the main supply line so incoming water is treated before it splits to the rest of the home. Because reduction performance depends on flow rate, media volume and water chemistry, correct sizing is key to reliably lower cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene in McDavid plumbing. Carbon media also has a finite service life and must be replaced periodically to maintain adsorption capacity. Mr. Pure Water can help choose the right whole-house carbon system for your home and arrange follow-up testing if you’d like confirmation.