cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene in Alpine Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene in the Water Supply of Alpine Florida Homes

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter drinking water when certain industrial solvents or degreasers break down and move into groundwater. Because it can dissolve and travel away from the original source, the contaminant can persist unseen in water supplies. At common concentrations most people won’t notice a smell or taste, so testing is the usual way to detect it. If your Alpine water test shows elevated cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene (also called cis-1,2-dichloroethene or related names), it’s sensible to take steps to reduce exposure throughout the house.

Water used for more than drinking — cooking, bathing and laundry — is part of daily exposure too, so addressing VOCs at the point where water enters your home makes the most sense. A whole-house solution treats every tap in an Alpine residence, stopping contaminants from recirculating through appliances and plumbing. That way you get consistent water quality across the home instead of relying on a single filter at one faucet or a countertop pitcher.