Including filter system and high-performance Trichloroethylene filter.
Trichloroethylene, commonly called TCE, is a manufactured solvent that can enter drinking water when it’s released into the environment and migrates through soil into groundwater. Historically used for degreasing and other industrial tasks, it can remain in the environment for extended periods. At low concentrations TCE usually has no noticeable taste or smell, so New Eden homeowners shouldn’t rely on sensory clues; testing is the only reliable way to know whether trichloroethylene is present in your water.
When trichloroethylene is detected or suspected, many families in New Eden prefer a solution that protects every tap rather than treating only the kitchen sink. Whole-house treatment covers showers, baths, teeth brushing, cooking and ice makers, addressing the ongoing exposure concerns that TCE can present. Because the risk is about long-term exposure rather than visible or taste issues, a whole-home approach gives broader peace of mind once you’ve confirmed the problem with a water test.
To reduce trichloroethylene at the point where water enters a New Eden home, a whole-house granular activated carbon (GAC) filter is commonly the single most effective filter choice. GAC removes many volatile organic compounds, including TCE, by adsorbing contaminants as water flows through a deep carbon bed. Contact time and proper sizing matter, so a correctly designed carbon system with adequate flow rates is important for meaningful removal. Installed at the main line, this style of filter treats water for every faucet and shower in the house.
A properly sized GAC whole-house system for trichloroethylene should match your household’s water demand so the carbon has sufficient contact time to work. Carbon media eventually becomes exhausted, so replacement schedules should reflect your usage and, ideally, be confirmed with follow-up testing. In Florida, local water quality and hardness can vary by utility or well use, so many New Eden homes also install sediment prefilters to protect the carbon bed from clogging and channeling. If TCE is your concern, Mr. Pure Water can help design a whole-house carbon setup suited to your home and water supply.