Autotrol PFAS Forever Chemicals Filter

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Symptoms That May or May Not Indicate PFAS in Your Household Water

Water taste or smell changes alone do not signal PFAS presence

PFAS chemicals typically do not alter taste, odor, or appearance of water, so these common household water symptoms are not reliable indicators of PFAS contamination.

Staining or corrosion issues are unrelated to PFAS

PFAS compounds are not linked to staining or corrosion; these issues suggest other water quality factors.

Detecting PFAS requires certified water testing

To know the PFAS concentration in your specific well or tap, laboratory analysis of your water sample is necessary, since area-wide data cannot specify your home’s level.

How Water Quality Changes at the Tap with Autotrol PFAS Forever Chemicals Filter

Removes a broad range of PFAS chemicals documented by EPA

The Autotrol System targets various PFAS compounds identified in regional groundwater, reducing substances like PFOA, PFOS, and PFHxS before they reach your tap water.

Maintains normal water clarity and taste

Using this filter does not impart flavors or odors; treated water remains clear and palatable without introducing new substances.

Operates without altering water pressure or flow noticeably

The system is designed for household use with minimal impact on water delivery performance.

Seasonal and Multi-Year PFAS Monitoring in Olmsted County’s Water System

60 samples taken between August 2023 and February 2024 provide the current data snapshot

• No detections of PFOA and PFOS above EPA reporting levels in this period.
• Two detections of PFHxS slightly above the reporting level but well below federal MCL.
• All other tested PFAS compounds showed no detectable presence above reporting thresholds.

Ongoing monitoring continues through 2025 to track any changes

This schedule helps ensure updated understanding of PFAS presence and trends.

Maintenance Rhythm for the Autotrol PFAS Forever Chemicals Filter

Filter media replacement typically follows manufacturer guidelines based on water use

Regular replacement maintains performance but specific frequency depends on household consumption and PFAS load.

System components designed for straightforward upkeep

Routine checks and part changes can be performed by the homeowner or water professional; no specialized equipment or tools required.

What to Document Before Seeking Water Treatment Advice

Record your household water use patterns and volumes

Note any prior water testing results, including certified lab PFAS analyses

List any water quality concerns or observations, such as taste or odor issues (though unrelated to PFAS)

Confirm your water source type—private well or public system supply

What You Should NOT Conclude from Olmsted County Public Water PFAS Data

The publicly available EPA data, covering the Rochester, MN water system serving Olmsted County, detects no PFAS levels above federal health-based limits. This means the system meets current safety standards. However, the absence of detected elevated PFAS in the system water does not guarantee individual household water is free of PFAS; only direct testing of your home’s water can provide that information. Also, no detected PFAS level implies no health risk is confirmed, but detection alone does not equate to a violation or unsafe condition. Use regional data as a general reference rather than a specific statement about your home water quality.

Where this information comes from

Source: EPA SDWIS public water system record. Sampled 2024-02-22. These figures describe the public water system's record, not the plumbing inside any individual building.

On record: EPA UCMR5 monitoring (2023-2025) for Rochester, MN (MN1550010), MN: 600 results across 10 listed contaminants, 2 detections above the reporting level; compared with the applicable federal MCL, none above