Including filter system and high-performance trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene filter.
Trans-1,2-dichloroethylene is a volatile organic compound that can enter drinking water when industrial solvents or degreasers reach groundwater. Because it readily evaporates, you might notice a chemical-like smell when hot water runs — for example during showers or when filling a basin. Even without an obvious odor, homeowners in Garnier often choose to address VOCs at low levels, and a whole-house solution helps limit exposure across all the water you use daily.
Most people in Garnier find out about trans-1,2-dichloroethylene from a lab test or their utility’s report rather than by sight or taste. This contaminant stays dissolved in water, so ordinary sediment screens or basic cartridge filters that trap dirt, rust, or scale won’t remove it. Because it can transfer from water into indoor air during hot-water use, treating just one faucet won’t fully protect the home; installing treatment at the main line gives consistent coverage for drinking, cooking, bathing, and laundry.
The best single-filter choice for whole-house removal of trans-1,2-dichloroethylene is a quality activated carbon system using granular activated carbon (GAC) with sufficient contact time. Activated carbon adsorbs many VOCs onto its surface as water flows through, which is why it’s commonly specified for solvent-related contaminants. When properly sized for a Garnier home, a whole-house carbon filter delivers treated water to every tap — important for reducing VOCs during showers and other high-use activities.
Performance hinges on correct design: choose a whole-house carbon filter sized for your household flow rate, with enough carbon volume and adequate contact time. Larger carbon beds and slower flow generally boost VOC reduction, while undersized systems can experience early breakthrough under heavy use. Mr. Pure Water helps Garnier homeowners match carbon configuration to their plumbing and peak demands; with scheduled maintenance and timely media replacement, a whole-house activated carbon system provides dependable reduction of trans-1,2-dichloroethylene throughout the home.