1,1-Dichloroethylene in Goodland Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of 1,1-Dichloroethylene in the Water Supply of Goodland Florida Homes

1,1-Dichloroethylene is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter groundwater when industrial solvents or related chemicals impact the source. Because it readily evaporates, it can move from water into the indoor air during showers, laundry or dishwashing, so it’s not only a drinking-water concern. Households in Goodland and elsewhere on Collier County’s coast won’t necessarily notice it by taste, smell, or appearance, which is why laboratory testing is the reliable way to detect it. If tests show elevated levels, treating the water where it enters your home is a practical next step.

VOCs such as 1,1-dichloroethylene are typically present at very low concentrations and can change over time, so clear-looking water isn’t proof that it’s absent. Many Goodland families choose to lower exposure for everyday activities—cooking, brushing teeth, bathing—not just at a single tap. A whole-house solution delivers treated water throughout bathrooms, the kitchen, and to appliances, which is useful in our humid subtropical coastal climate and helps ensure consistent protection across the home.