Including filter system and high-performance Enteric Viruses filter.
Enteric viruses are tiny infectious agents that can get into drinking water when human or animal waste reaches a source. Because they’re invisible, water from a Hanson tap can look clear yet still carry risk. While these viruses are often a concern for private wells, flood-affected areas, or after breaks in distribution systems, any Hanson homeowner who wants peace of mind should understand the issue. If you suspect a problem, a proper water test will show whether enteric viruses are present in your household supply.
You can’t rely on sight or smell to detect viral contamination — it often shows no taste, odor, or cloudiness and can vary over time depending on conditions upstream. That variability is why many Hanson residents choose a whole-home strategy that treats water at the point it enters the house, ensuring kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, and showers all receive consistent protection rather than treating only a single faucet.
For enteric viruses, the single most effective whole-house option is ultraviolet (UV) disinfection installed at the main water line. UV systems inactivate microorganisms as water flows past a high-intensity lamp inside a sealed chamber, treating every gallon before it reaches taps in your Hanson home and doing so without altering water taste. Selecting a UV unit sized to your household flow rate ensures reliable disinfection even during peak use.
UV reliability depends on proper installation and good pretreatment, since sediment, turbidity, or staining minerals can block UV light and reduce effectiveness. That’s why UV units are commonly paired with a sediment prefilter to protect the chamber and maintain steady flow for Hanson households. Routine upkeep — lamp replacement and cleaning the quartz sleeve — keeps the system working well; with correct setup and maintenance, UV offers a simple whole-house solution for viral concerns without adding chemicals to your water.