1,1-Dichloroethylene in Lake Worth Florida Water

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

1,1-dichloroethylene is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter drinking water when industrial solvents or related chemicals reach groundwater. Because it volatizes easily, it can affect the air in your home during showers, laundry or dishwashing as well as the water you use. Homeowners in Lake Worth, Palm Beach County, won’t usually detect it by sight, taste, or smell, so the only reliable way to know if it’s present is through testing. When test results show elevated levels, treating water at the point it enters your home is a practical next step.

VOCs such as 1,1-dichloroethylene are typically measured at very low concentrations and can fluctuate over time, even when water looks clear. Many families around Lake Worth prefer to lower exposure for everyday uses—cooking, brushing teeth and bathing—not just at a single faucet. A whole-house treatment keeps the same level of protection for bathrooms, the kitchen and appliances, which is especially helpful in our hot, humid climate and in homes with hard water where you want consistent water quality across the whole household.