Phone: 850-772-1365
info@bestwaterheater.com
Phone: 850-772-1365
info@bestwaterheater.com
Phone: 850-772-1365
info@bestwaterheater.com
Including filter system and high-performance Enteric Viruses filter.
Enteric viruses are tiny pathogens that can enter drinking water when human or animal waste reaches a source. Because they’re microscopic, water in a Franklin home can look clear yet still pose a risk. These viruses are commonly considered when private wells, storm flooding, or breaks in a distribution system occur, but any homeowner in our area can benefit from understanding the issue. If you’re worried about your household water, a proper test is the best way to determine whether viruses are present.
Viral contamination isn’t something you can reliably spot by taste, smell, or sight, and levels can fluctuate with conditions upstream or after heavy rains. That uncertainty leads many Franklin homeowners to choose a whole-home solution that treats water as it enters the house, protecting kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, and showers rather than relying on a single point-of-use device.
For enteric viruses, the most effective single whole-house option is ultraviolet (UV) disinfection installed on the main supply line. UV inactivates microorganisms as water flows past a high-intensity lamp in a sealed chamber, treating every gallon reaching your Franklin home without altering water taste. A correctly sized UV unit is matched to your home’s flow rate so it continues to disinfect during peak household demand.
UV systems perform best when installed with proper pretreatment because turbidity, sediment, or staining minerals can block UV light. That’s why UV is commonly paired with a sediment prefilter to keep the chamber clear and preserve steady flow for Franklin homes. Regular upkeep—lamp replacement and cleaning the protective quartz sleeve—is also important; with the right installation and maintenance, UV offers a straightforward whole-house way to address viral concerns without adding chemicals at the tap.
850-772-1365
info@bestwaterheater.com
