Including filter system and high-performance PFTrDA filter.
PFTrDA is one of the PFAS family of chemicals that can enter drinking water when these persistent compounds move from industrial uses and consumer products into the environment. Because PFAS break down very slowly, they can remain in water supplies long after the original source is gone. When local water testing includes PFAS panels, individual chemicals such as PFTrDA may be listed separately, and many Frontenac homeowners seek practical, whole-home solutions when that happens.
PFTrDA won’t change the look, smell, or taste of your water, so lab testing is the reliable way to confirm its presence and concentration. Even if municipal results meet regulatory limits, some residents in Frontenac—whether on city water or private wells—prefer an extra layer of protection for everyday uses. A whole-house system treats water used for showers, cooking, laundry and toothbrushing so every tap delivers consistently treated water.
For PFTrDA, a single high-capacity activated carbon filter is the most effective whole-house option we recommend—usually granular activated carbon (GAC). Carbon media adsorbs many long-chain PFAS as water flows through the tank, and PFTrDA, being a longer-chain compound, is often more effectively captured by quality carbon than shorter-chain alternatives. Proper tank size and sufficient contact time are important to maintain removal performance at normal household flow rates in Frontenac homes.
A whole-house GAC system is installed at the point where water enters your Frontenac home so every faucet and appliance receives treated water without needing multiple under-sink units. To keep PFTrDA reduction steady, the carbon media must be replaced on a schedule tied to your water usage and the system’s rated capacity. Adding a sediment pre-filter protects the carbon bed from clogging and channeling, maintaining effectiveness. Mr. Pure Water can help size and specify the right whole-house activated carbon system for your household’s needs.