1,1-Dichloroethylene in Highland Florida Water

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

1,1-Dichloroethylene is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter groundwater when certain industrial solvents or related chemicals contaminate the environment. Because it easily moves from water into air, it can affect indoor air during showers, laundry and dishwashing as well as the water you use. It usually has no noticeable taste, smell or color, so testing is the reliable way to know whether it’s present. If your test results show elevated levels, addressing the source where water enters your Highland home is a sensible next step.

VOCs such as 1,1-Dichloroethylene can be present at very low concentrations and can change over time, even when water looks clear. Many Highland families choose to lower exposure not only at a single faucet but throughout the house—for cooking, brushing teeth and bathing. A whole-house strategy provides treated water to bathrooms, the kitchen and appliances, giving consistent protection across daily routines instead of relying on one localized filter.