Including filter system and high-performance Giardia filter.
Giardia is a tiny parasite that can enter water supplies as resilient cysts; you may also see it called Giardia intestinalis or Giardia lamblia. Because the cysts are invisible and don’t change taste, odor, or appearance, they can go unnoticed in household water. Many New Harmony homeowners choose to add protection at the point where water enters the house to help keep these organisms from reaching faucets and fixtures.
Water can become exposed to contamination through things like pipe problems, cross-connections, or runoff that affects treatment — situations familiar to homeowners everywhere, including in New Harmony. Even when municipal or private treatment is in place, some families prefer an extra barrier for peace of mind, especially if someone in the home is sensitive to water quality. A whole-house solution ensures the same level of protection for every shower, hose and appliance in your New Harmony home.
The most reliable single filter type for addressing Giardia at the whole-house level is an absolute cyst-rated membrane filter. These systems use a true physical barrier with very fine pores to strain out Giardia cysts instead of relying solely on chemicals. Sized correctly for your home’s flow, a membrane filter can protect multiple fixtures at once and provide consistent coverage for New Harmony households.
A whole-house membrane filter designed to block Giardia should be installed on the main incoming line so every drop of water to your New Harmony home passes through the barrier. Performance depends on selecting the proper micron rating and keeping the unit maintained so flow and protection remain steady. Many homeowners add a sediment prefilter upstream to extend membrane life, while the membrane stage is the critical defense against Giardia intestinalis and Giardia lamblia — Mr. Pure Water can assess your plumbing and recommend the right setup.