Including filter system and high-performance Sulfur Bacteria filter.
Sulfur bacteria are naturally occurring microbes that can appear in private wells and sometimes other water supplies. In Pace homes they’re often first noticed as a rotten-egg smell—especially from hot water—along with cloudy water or a slippery feel. While these bacteria aren’t typically tied to illness, heavy growth makes water unpleasant for everyday tasks and can lead to staining or buildup on fixtures and plumbing over time.
What many homeowners call a sulfur problem is frequently linked to hydrogen sulfide gas and the conditions that let sulfur bacteria thrive. These organisms consume sulfur compounds and can form slimy layers inside pipes, water heaters, and toilets, creating a haven for other nuisance microbes and making routine cleaning more difficult. In Pace, if the odor is intermittent or grows stronger after water sits in the plumbing, it’s a common sign the issue is developing inside your system rather than at the source.
For a single whole-house solution that handles sulfur bacteria challenges well, a backwashing catalytic carbon system is the recommended choice. Catalytic carbon targets hydrogen sulfide odor more effectively than standard carbon media, helping address the smell associated with sulfur bacteria. The backwashing cycle is important because it routinely cleans the media bed and flushes trapped material from the tank, reducing the chance of rapid clogging when nuisance growth or debris are present.
A whole-house catalytic carbon filter treats water at the main inlet so Pace homeowners see the difference at showers, sinks, laundry, and outdoor faucets. These systems are often paired with proper pre-screening and, where active bacterial growth exists, a targeted disinfection step to deal with well and plumbing issues. Mr. Pure Water can size the tank and set the flow rate to match your household demand so odor control stays consistent without frequent maintenance or masking scents.