1,4-Dichlorobenzene in Gulf Pines Florida Water

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

1,4-Dichlorobenzene is a synthetic chemical that can sometimes be found in drinking water and becomes a worry when concentrations are higher than desired. Also called p-Dichlorobenzene, many homeowners know it by a strong, mothball-like scent more than by its chemical name. Because it can affect the smell and perceived quality of water, Gulf Pines residents often choose to treat water where it first enters the house. A whole-house system reduces exposure during everyday uses like showering, laundry, and dishwashing so the whole household benefits.

This chemical has been used historically in products such as deodorants and moth repellents, and it can enter water supplies through industrial handling, disposal, or contaminated runoff and groundwater. It can be persistent under normal environmental conditions, so even clear-looking water may carry an off-odor in hot showers or when several taps are running. If you notice a mothball smell in your Gulf Pines home, a water test can determine whether 1,4-Dichlorobenzene is present and help decide the appropriate treatment.