Pesticides and Herbicides
What are Pesticides and Herbicides?
Pesticides and herbicides are chemicals used to control weeds, insects, and other pests—mostly in farming, landscaping, and lawn care. While they serve a purpose, these chemicals don’t just stay where they’re sprayed. Rain and irrigation can wash them into rivers, lakes, and underground water sources. Once they make their way into drinking water, they can stick around and pose long-term health risks.
How Do Pesticides and Herbicides Enter Water Supplies?
These chemicals enter water systems through runoff from agricultural fields, suburban lawns, and golf courses. They seep into the soil and contaminate groundwater, or they wash directly into surface water supplies. Water treatment plants aren’t always equipped to remove these complex compounds.
Health Risks of Pesticides and Herbicides
Long-term exposure may increase the risk of hormone disruption, liver and kidney damage, and certain types of cancer. Even small amounts in drinking water can add up over time and affect vulnerable populations like children and pregnant women.
How to Remove Pesticides and Herbicides from Water
Standard water filters aren’t strong enough to remove these chemical compounds. You’ll need advanced filtration designed for chemical contaminants.
Here are the top options that work:
- Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) Filters – These filters trap organic chemicals like pesticides as water flows through. They’re effective when regularly maintained and offer solid protection at the tap or whole-home level.
- Catalytic Carbon Filters – A more advanced version of GAC, catalytic carbon targets a broader range of pesticides and herbicides, breaking them down more completely. Great for homes with known agricultural runoff concerns.
- Reverse Osmosis Systems – These systems use a semi-permeable membrane to remove a wide range of contaminants, including pesticides and herbicides. Highly effective for under-sink drinking water setups.
- Advanced Oxidation Systems (AOP) – Combines UV light and oxidizing agents like ozone or hydrogen peroxide to break down pesticides into harmless compounds. Often used in higher-end filtration systems for maximum protection.
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