Golf course communities are known for their lush landscapes, peaceful surroundings, and luxurious lifestyle. But beneath the surface beauty, recent research suggests a hidden risk: elevated exposure to pesticides and herbicides used to maintain those pristine greens.
A 2024 study published by The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry found that residents living near golf courses face a higher risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, potentially due to repeated exposure to chemicals like chlorpyrifos, maneb, and other neurotoxins commonly used in groundskeeping.
These findings have raised important questions for homeowners in golf course communities:
Could these pesticides be making their way into your water supply? And how can you protect your family?
Pesticides in Water: The Hidden Risk
Many of the pesticides used on golf courses are persistent organic pollutants that can leach into local groundwater or run off into nearby water supplies. These compounds are odorless, colorless, and tasteless, but they can have long-term effects on neurological health even at low concentrations.
Unfortunately, standard ultrafiltration (UF) alone is not enough to remove these dissolved chemical contaminants.
The Solution: Pioneer ONE™ + Urspring Ultrafiltration
To safeguard your home’s water against both chemical and microbiological threats, we recommend a two-stage whole-house solution:
1. Pioneer ONE™ Chloramine & Pesticide Reduction System
This powerful POE (Point-of-Entry) system uses Catalytic Carbon technology to effectively reduce:
- Pesticides and herbicides (including chlorpyrifos and maneb)
- Chloramine and chlorine
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
- Disinfection byproducts like THMs
Catalytic carbon goes beyond traditional carbon filtration by chemically transforming and capturing complex contaminants that could otherwise pass through.
2. Urspring Ultrafiltration System
Once chemicals are addressed, the Urspring system adds a final line of defense by removing:
- Bacteria
- Viruses
- Microplastics
- Suspended particles
Unlike Reverse Osmosis (RO), Urspring maintains essential minerals like calcium and magnesium—key for both taste and health—and flushes itself automatically every 24 hours with minimal water waste.
Why This Combo Works
Together, this combination provides comprehensive protection:
| Contaminant | Pioneer ONE | Urspring UF |
|---|---|---|
| Pesticides (e.g., chlorpyrifos, maneb) | ✅ | ❌ |
| Chloramine & Chlorine | ✅ | ❌ |
| VOCs | ✅ | ❌ |
| Bacteria & Viruses | ❌ | ✅ |
| Microplastics | ❌ | ✅ |
| Microorganisms | ❌ | ✅ |
This dual-stage approach ensures that everything from invisible neurotoxins to harmful pathogens is removed, right at the point your water enters your home.
Who Needs This Setup?
If you live:
- Near or on a golf course
- In an area with high pesticide use
- With children, elderly family members, or anyone with a neurological or immune condition
- Or simply want the cleanest, safest water possible for your home
…this is the protection you should be investing in.
Ready to Take Action?
If you’re concerned about what might be in your water—and especially if you live in a golf course community—don’t wait until symptoms appear.
- Contact us to speak with a filtration expert
- Build your whole-home system with Pioneer ONE and Urspring
- Get safe, clean, and mineral-rich water for every tap in your home