Including filter system and high-performance Enteric Viruses filter.
Enteric viruses are tiny pathogens that can get into water when human or animal waste reaches a source. Because they’re invisible to the eye, water can look clear while still posing a risk. Though discussion often centers on private wells, flooding, or breaks in distribution systems, homeowners in Betts should be aware that any plumbing can be affected. If you’re worried about viruses in your household water, a professional test is the best way to know where you stand.
Viral contamination doesn’t announce itself with taste or smell, and levels can fluctuate with conditions upstream, so a single sample or experience may not tell the whole story. That variability is why many Betts homeowners prefer treating water at the point it enters the house, delivering consistent protection to kitchens, bathrooms, laundry areas and showers rather than relying on a single faucet device.
For enteric viruses, the single most effective whole-house option is ultraviolet (UV) disinfection installed on the main service line. UV systems inactivate microorganisms as water flows past a high-intensity lamp inside a sealed chamber, treating every gallon that enters your Betts home without changing water taste. Proper sizing to match your household flow rate ensures reliable disinfection even during peak use.
UV units perform best when the water is clear, so correct installation and pretreatment are essential—cloudy water, sediment or staining minerals can block UV light. That’s why many installations pair a UV chamber with a sediment prefilter to keep the lamp’s path clear and maintain steady flow for Betts homes. Regular maintenance, including lamp replacement and cleaning the protective quartz sleeve, keeps the system working well without introducing chemicals.