1,1-Dichloroethylene in Riomar Florida Water

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

1,1-Dichloroethylene is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter groundwater when certain industrial solvents or related chemicals reach aquifers. Because it volatilizes easily, it can move from water into the air during showers, laundry and dishwashing — so it can affect both the water you use and the indoor air in your Riomar home. It usually won’t change taste, smell or appearance, which is why testing is the only reliable way to know if it’s present; if results are elevated, treating the water where it enters your house is the most practical next step.

VOCs such as 1,1-dichloroethylene are often measured at very low concentrations and can fluctuate, so clear-looking water in a Jacksonville-area house doesn’t guarantee it’s free of them. Many families in Riomar prefer to limit everyday exposure — when cooking, brushing teeth or bathing — rather than treating only a single faucet. A whole-house solution makes treated water available across bathrooms, the kitchen and appliances, giving consistent protection throughout your humid subtropical home where warm summers can encourage volatilization.