1,4-Dichlorobenzene in Golfview Florida Water

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

1,4-Dichlorobenzene is a synthetic chemical sometimes found in drinking water and is also called p-Dichlorobenzene; many people recognize it by a sharp, mothball-like odor rather than the chemical name. Because that odor and related water quality issues can affect everyday activities, Golfview homeowners often choose to address concerns where water first enters the house. Treating water at the point of entry reduces exposure during showers, laundry, dishwashing and other routine uses around Palm Beach County homes.

Products such as deodorants and moth repellents have historically contained this compound, and it can reach water through industrial handling, improper disposal, or contaminated runoff that affects groundwater. Once it gets into the supply it can persist, so even clear water may still give off an unpleasant smell in hot showers or when several taps run at once. If you notice a mothball-type odor at your Golfview property, testing is the best way to determine whether 1,4-Dichlorobenzene is present and to plan the correct treatment.