1,4-Dichlorobenzene in Richmond Heights Florida Water

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

1,4-Dichlorobenzene is a synthetic chemical that can sometimes be found in drinking water and becomes a concern when concentrations are higher than desired. Also called p-Dichlorobenzene, it’s often noticed by a sharp, mothball-like smell rather than by name. Many Richmond Heights homeowners prefer to treat water where it enters the house so showers, laundry and dishwashing aren’t affected; a whole-house system addresses odor and quality for every faucet and fixture in the home.

This chemical has been used in products like deodorants and moth repellents and can get into water through industrial handling, improper disposal, or contaminated runoff and groundwater. It tends to persist under normal conditions and can still be detectable by smell—especially in hot showers or when several taps run at once—even when water appears clear. In Richmond Heights, where Miami-Dade drinking water comes from the Biscayne Aquifer and is commonly hard, testing your water will confirm whether 1,4-Dichlorobenzene is present and help determine the best treatment for your household.