1,4-Dichlorobenzene in Orange City Florida Water

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

1,4-Dichlorobenzene is a synthetic chemical that can end up in drinking water and becomes a concern when concentrations are elevated. Also called p-Dichlorobenzene, many homeowners recognize it by a sharp, mothball-like odor even if they don’t know the chemical name. Because it can affect both smell and perceived water quality, residents in Orange City often choose to treat water where it first enters the house so baths, laundry and dishes aren’t impacted. A whole-house solution helps limit exposure throughout daily use in homes across Volusia County.

This compound has been used in products like deodorants and moth repellents and can reach drinking water through industrial handling, improper disposal, or contaminated runoff and groundwater. It tends to persist because it doesn’t break down rapidly under normal conditions, so even clear-looking water can give off an unpleasant odor in hot showers or when multiple taps run. If you notice a mothball smell in your Orange City home — whether near Blue Spring State Park or in the historic district — a water test is the first step to determine if 1,4-Dichlorobenzene is present and to choose the right treatment.