1,4-Dichlorobenzene in Westwood Lakes Florida Water

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

1,4-Dichlorobenzene is a synthetic chemical sometimes found in water supplies and is also called p-Dichlorobenzene. Many homeowners recognize it by a sharp, mothball-like smell more than by name. Because it can affect water smell and overall quality, families around Westwood Lakes often choose to treat water where it enters the house. A whole-house system reduces exposure during everyday tasks like showering, laundry, and dishwashing — important in our Miami-Dade County climate where hot showers can make odors more noticeable.

This chemical has been used in products such as deodorants and moth repellents and can find its way into water through industrial handling, improper disposal, or contaminated runoff. It tends to persist rather than breaking down quickly, so even clear water may still carry an unpleasant odor when you run hot water or multiple fixtures. If you notice a mothball smell in your Westwood Lakes or nearby Miami-area home, a water test will confirm whether 1,4-Dichlorobenzene (p-Dichlorobenzene) is present and guide the correct treatment.