Including filter system and high-performance cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene filter.
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter groundwater when certain industrial solvents or degreasers break down in the environment. Because it dissolves in water, it can migrate beyond its source and remain in the subsurface for extended periods. At the levels homeowners commonly encounter it usually won’t be obvious by smell or taste, so testing is the reliable way to know if it’s present. If your Union Park water test shows elevated cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene, it’s wise to consider steps to lower household exposure throughout your home.
Exposure isn’t limited to drinking water — water used for cooking, bathing and laundry matters too, especially in Orange County homes where hard groundwater can affect appliances and fixtures. Treating the water where it enters the house ensures every faucet, shower and appliance in Union Park gets the same protection. A whole-house solution also keeps VOCs from cycling through plumbing and water-using machines, giving you steadier water quality for everyday tasks rather than relying on a single point-of-use device.
The most effective single-filter option for whole-house reduction of cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene is an activated carbon system engineered for VOC removal. Carbon media adsorbs many organic contaminants as water flows through the tank, providing the contact time needed to capture these compounds before water reaches fixtures in your Union Park residence. Properly sized carbon systems operate automatically and guard the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry at once, making them a practical choice for VOC concerns.
Whole-house carbon filters are installed on the main water line so they treat incoming supply before it splits to the rest of the home; correct sizing matters because flow rate, media volume and water chemistry affect performance. In Union Park and nearby neighborhoods, hard water can contribute to mineral scale, so selecting the right system and keeping the carbon media replaced on its service schedule preserves adsorption capacity. Mr. Pure Water can help size a whole-house carbon tank for your house and arrange follow-up testing to verify reduction if you’d like.