1,4-Dichlorobenzene in Atlantis Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of 1,4-Dichlorobenzene in the Water Supply of Atlantis Florida Homes

1,4-Dichlorobenzene is a synthetic chemical—also called p-Dichlorobenzene—that can sometimes be detected in drinking water, often noticed by a sharp, mothball-like smell more than by name. Homeowners in Atlantis frequently choose to treat incoming water so that smells and other impacts are reduced before water reaches showers, laundry machines, and kitchen faucets. A whole-house system treats water at the point it enters your home, helping limit everyday exposure during bathing, cleaning, and cooking.

This chemical has been used in products like moth repellents and certain deodorants, and can enter water through industrial handling, improper disposal, or runoff that reaches groundwater. It can persist in water because it doesn’t always break down quickly, so even clear water may carry a noticeable odor in hot showers or when multiple taps run. In Palm Beach County—where Atlantis residents contend with hard water and humid conditions—testing your supply is the reliable way to know whether 1,4-Dichlorobenzene is present and to choose the right treatment.