Phone: 321-400-9302
info@bestwaterheater.com
Phone: 321-400-9302
info@bestwaterheater.com
Phone: 321-400-9302
info@bestwaterheater.com
Including filter system and high-performance trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene filter.
Trans-1,2-dichloroethylene is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter drinking water when industrial solvents or degreasers reach groundwater. Because it evaporates readily, you may notice a chemical-like scent when running water in your Aurora home, especially during showers or while filling a sink. Even without a noticeable odor, VOCs are typically assessed at low concentrations, so many homeowners choose a whole-house strategy to reduce exposure across all daily water uses.
Most Aurora residents find out about trans-1,2-dichloroethylene from a water test or utility report rather than by sight or taste. Unlike sediment or scale, this contaminant is dissolved and won’t be removed by simple screens or basic cartridge filters designed for dirt and rust. Because it can transfer from water into indoor air during hot-water use, treating only a single tap leaves other points of use unprotected. Installing treatment at the main line helps ensure consistent reduction for drinking, cooking, showering, and laundry throughout the house.
The most effective single-filter option for a whole-house system targeting trans-1,2-dichloroethylene is a quality activated carbon unit, typically using granular activated carbon (GAC) with adequate contact time. Activated carbon adsorbs many VOCs onto its surfaces as water flows through, which is why it’s commonly selected for solvent-type contaminants. When sized properly for an Aurora home, a whole-house carbon filter treats every tap rather than just a point-of-use faucet, helping reduce VOC exposure during bathing and other high-use activities.
Performance depends on system design, so choose a whole-house carbon filter based on flow rate, carbon bed volume, and contact time. Larger carbon beds and slower flow generally yield better VOC reduction, while undersized units may allow earlier breakthrough under heavy use. At Mr. Pure Water we’ll match the carbon configuration to your home’s plumbing needs in Aurora so the system performs during peak demand. With scheduled maintenance and timely media replacement, a properly installed whole-house activated carbon filter gives dependable, home-wide reduction of trans-1,2-dichloroethylene.
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