Including filter system and high-performance Enteric Viruses filter.
Enteric viruses are tiny infectious agents that can enter household water when sewage or animal waste reaches a source. Because they’re invisible, water in a Chason home can appear clear while still posing a potential risk. These concerns come up most often with private wells, after heavy rains or flooding, or following breaks in a distribution line, but any homeowner who wants peace of mind should understand the issue. If you’re worried about viruses in your water, a professional test is the best way to know for sure.
Viral contamination doesn’t announce itself with bad taste or visible cloudiness, and levels can fluctuate depending on upstream conditions. That uncertainty is why many Chason homeowners choose a whole-house strategy that treats water as it enters the residence, protecting kitchens, bathrooms, laundry and showers rather than relying on a single faucet device. A whole-home system delivers consistent treatment across all points of use.
For enteric viruses, the top single whole-house option is ultraviolet (UV) disinfection installed on the main service line. UV systems inactivate microorganisms by exposing flowing water to a high-intensity UV lamp inside a sealed chamber, treating every gallon that enters your Chason home without altering taste. When sized to your household’s peak flow rate, a properly selected UV unit keeps disinfection effective even during heavy demand.
UV disinfection performs best when the water arriving at the chamber is clear, so correct installation and pretreatment matter. Sediment, turbidity, or staining minerals can block UV light, which is why a sediment prefilter is commonly paired with UV to keep the sleeve clean and flow steady. Routine upkeep—lamp replacement and cleaning the quartz sleeve—also maintains performance. With proper pretreatment and maintenance, UV offers Chason homeowners a reliable whole-house option for addressing viral concerns without adding chemicals at the tap.