Including filter system and high-performance Trichloroethylene filter.
Trichloroethylene, commonly called TCE, is a synthetic solvent that can enter drinking water when released into the environment and moves through soil into groundwater. It’s widely used in industrial degreasing and can remain in the environment for long periods. Because TCE often has no noticeable taste or smell at low concentrations, Willis homeowners wouldn’t detect it without testing — lab analysis is the only reliable way to know if it’s present in your water.
If testing shows trichloroethylene in a household water supply, many Willis residents prefer a solution that treats every tap — not just the kitchen sink. A whole-house system covers daily uses like bathing, showering, teeth brushing, cooking, and ice making, and addresses the concern of ongoing exposure rather than an obvious taste or odor problem. Once you know what’s in your water, treating the whole home gives you consistent protection and peace of mind throughout your property.
To reduce trichloroethylene at the point where water enters a Willis home, a whole-house granular activated carbon (GAC) filter is typically the most effective single-filter choice. GAC removes many volatile organic compounds, including TCE, by adsorbing them as water flows through a deep carbon bed. Because removal depends on contact time, a properly sized carbon media and system flow design are crucial for meaningful reduction. A whole-house GAC system treats water for every faucet and shower in your home.
A correctly sized GAC whole-house filter for trichloroethylene should match your household water use in Willis so the carbon has sufficient contact time to work. Carbon media will need periodic replacement based on capacity and usage, and follow-up testing is recommended to verify ongoing performance. In many installations, sediment pretreatment is added to help prevent the carbon bed from clogging or channeling. If TCE is your concern, Mr. Pure Water can help design a whole-house carbon system tailored to your home and water conditions.