1,4-Dichlorobenzene in Perky Florida Water

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

1,4-Dichlorobenzene is a synthetic chemical that can end up in drinking water and becomes a concern when concentrations are higher than desirable. Also called p-Dichlorobenzene, many people know it by a strong mothball-like smell instead of the chemical name. Because it can affect how water smells and how pleasant it is to use, homeowners in Perky often choose to treat water where it comes into the house. A whole-house system treats water for bathing, laundry and dishwashing so the whole household sees the benefit.

This chemical has been used in products like deodorants and moth repellents and can reach water through industrial handling, disposal, or contaminated runoff and groundwater. It tends to linger because it doesn’t break down quickly in typical conditions. Even if water appears clear, an off odor may be noticeable in hot showers or when several taps run at once. In Perky, where water sources and hardness can vary by utility or private well, testing your specific supply is the best way to know if 1,4-Dichlorobenzene is present and which treatment will work.