--- title: DeLoach Industries Blog | Carbon Filter description: Carbon Filter | Serving the Municipal, Industrial, and Food and Beverage Industry since 1959. Built in the USA. --- .header-container, .body-container, .footer-container { max-width: 1080px; margin: 0 auto; [![DeLoach Website Logo](https://www.deloachindustries.com/hubfs/DeLoach%20Website%20Logo.svg "DeLoach Website Logo")](https://deloachindustries-2893525.hs-sites.com/deloach-home) # DELOACH BLOG ## [How Carbon Filters Tackle PFAS in Water](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/how-carbon-filters-tackle-pfas-in-water) Posted by [Anthony DeLoach, President](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/author/anthony-deloach) on Feb 28, 2025 1:59:55 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.deloachindustries.com/hubfs/Carbon%20filters%20and%20PFAS%20image%20for%20blog%20post.png) ](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/how-carbon-filters-tackle-pfas-in-water) In the quest for a pristine drinking water supply, the role of carbon filters, particularly in removing [Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/regulations-for-pfoa-and-pfos-chemicals), has become paramount. This post explores the effectiveness of carbon absorption filters in purifying drinking water from these tenacious contaminants, highlighting their indispensable role in ensuring water safety and safeguarding public health. [Read More](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/how-carbon-filters-tackle-pfas-in-water) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/how-carbon-filters-tackle-pfas-in-water#comments-listing) Topics: [water treatment](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/topic/water-treatment), [DeLoach Industries, Inc.](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/topic/deloach-industries-inc), [Carbon Filter](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/topic/carbon-filter), [PFOS](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/topic/pfos), [pfoa regulations](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/topic/pfoa-regulations), [forever chemicals](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/topic/forever-chemicals), [Perfluoroalkyl Substances](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/topic/perfluoroalkyl-substances), [pfas removal](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/topic/pfas-removal), [Polyfluoroalkyl Substances](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/topic/polyfluoroalkyl-substances), [volatile organic compounds](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/topic/volatile-organic-compounds), [PFOA](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/topic/pfoa) ## [How to Remove PFAS from Drinking Water](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/removing-pfas-from-drinking-water) Posted by [Anthony DeLoach, President](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/author/anthony-deloach) on Apr 25, 2024 10:17:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![PFA's and other contaminants in water](https://www.deloachindustries.com/hubfs/PFA%20Image.jpeg) ](https://www.deloachindustries.com/blog/removing-pfas-from-drinking-water) If you’ve been following the news, you know a growing problem with PFAS (per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances) exists. PFAS, a group of synthetic chemicals in a wide range of products, is causing a growing concern. Despite their widespread use, some PFAS compounds have been found to degrade into potentially harmful byproducts like PFAS-methyl tetrahydrofuran. What's more alarming is that these chemicals have infiltrated our drinking water sources, even in areas with high water tables. This is why it's crucial to understand effective methods for removing PFAS from water.[  What should you do if you suspect that there’s a problem with your water?](https://www.deloachindustries.com/water-treatment) Check the source of the water, test it, and treat it if necessary. Follow these steps to remove PFAS from drinking water. Test Your Water Although knowing how to remove contaminants is essential, it’s even more important to understand how to test your water for contamination. A water test kit can help you determine whether there are contaminants in your water and whether they are at a dangerous level. You can purchase water test kits at grocery stores, hardware stores, and online retailers. Generally, these kits come with the standard set of tests for a home water filtration system, but they also often include tests for specific contaminants. Use these tests to determine whether your water is safe to drink. If your water contains contaminants, remove them from your water source. This can be done by digging a more bottomless well, installing a water filtration system, or getting a water purification system. If your water does not contain contaminants, you don’t need to do anything except continue drinking your water. Check the Source Understanding the source of your water is a crucial step in addressing contamination. Whether you have a well or a water treatment system, knowing where your water comes from can provide valuable insights. By tracing the water's journey from the source, you can determine if contamination occurs upstream. This knowledge is essential for well owners, who might overlook the significance of understanding their water source. If you find contamination at the source, you can address it immediately, such as reducing the distance between the source and your dwelling or seeking alternative, uncontaminated sources. 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