Carbon Tetrachloride in Redland Florida Water

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

Carbon tetrachloride is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can reach drinking water when industrial chemicals or stored solvents enter groundwater. On lab reports you may also see it called tetrachloromethane. As a VOC it can move with groundwater and sometimes off-gas when water is aerated at the tap, though you might not always notice it by smell or taste. If you live in Redland and are worried about contaminants in your well or municipal supply, the only way to know for sure is to have your water tested.

Even crystal-clear water can contain dissolved VOCs, which is why many Redland homeowners choose to treat water where it enters the house. A whole-house system protects every use—drinking, cooking, bathing, laundry, and dishwashing—and is especially useful in South Miami-Dade homes where hard groundwater and heavy seasonal rains can affect water quality. Because volatile compounds can be released into indoor air during showers or dishwashing, a point-of-entry solution targeting VOCs is a better choice than a simple sediment filter if tests find carbon tetrachloride or tetrachloromethane.