1,1-Dichloroethylene in Surfside Florida Water

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

1,1-dichloroethylene is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter drinking water when industrial solvents or similar chemicals reach groundwater. Because it volatilizes easily, it can move from water into the air during showers, doing laundry, or running the dishwasher — so it’s not just a drinking-water issue. Many homeowners can’t detect it by taste, smell, or sight, so lab testing is the only reliable way to know if it’s present. If testing shows elevated levels, treating the water at the point where it enters your Surfside house is the most practical way to reduce household exposure.

VOCs such as 1,1-dichloroethylene are often measured in very small concentrations and can fluctuate over time, so clear-looking water isn’t a guarantee of safety. Families who want to lower day-to-day exposure for cooking, teeth brushing, and bathing often choose a whole-house solution so treated water is available at every tap. In Surfside — where hard municipal water and coastal humidity can affect plumbing — a point-of-entry system provides consistent treated water for bathrooms, the kitchen, and appliances throughout the home.