Carbon Tetrachloride in Highland Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of Carbon Tetrachloride in the Water Supply of Highland Florida Homes

Carbon tetrachloride is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter drinking water when industrial chemicals or stored solvents reach groundwater. You may also see it called tetrachloromethane on lab reports. As a VOC it can travel with water and sometimes becomes noticeable when water is aerated at the tap, though taste or smell won’t always reveal it. If you’re in Highland and concerned about your water, the only way to know for sure is to have it tested.

Many VOCs dissolve in otherwise clear water, which is why Highland homeowners often prefer treating water at the point it enters the house. A whole-house system protects every use — drinking, cooking, showering, laundry and cleaning — and helps reduce the chance that volatile compounds are released into the air during bathing or dishwashing. If your test shows carbon tetrachloride or tetrachloromethane, consider a treatment geared specifically for VOC reduction instead of relying on a basic sediment filter.