Chlorine Dioxide in Monkey Box Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of Chlorine Dioxide in the Water Supply of Monkey Box Florida Homes

Chlorine dioxide is a powerful disinfectant sometimes used in drinking water treatment. When it’s present at stronger-than-expected levels, you may notice a chemical taste or an oxidizing odor at the tap and in the shower — things Monkey Box homeowners often mention when water seems off. It can also leave skin and hair feeling drier after bathing. In our humid subtropical climate and especially after heavy rains or storms, changes in source water can make these sensations more obvious, so chlorine dioxide is one possible cause to consider if your water suddenly seems harsher.

Because chlorine dioxide reacts in the distribution system, it can create byproducts that affect taste and smell even when the water looks clear. Those odors can be stronger in hot water or after water has sat in pipes, which is why some families in Monkey Box who drink bottled water still notice a household-wide smell. Treating water at the point of entry — the whole house — addresses the water used for cooking, bathing, laundry and cleaning, providing a more complete solution than point-of-use devices alone.