cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene in Tropical Park Florida Water

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

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter groundwater when certain industrial solvents or degreasers break down and move beyond their original source. Because it dissolves in water, it can travel with groundwater and remain present for long periods, often without a noticeable smell or taste at common concentrations. In Tropical Park and elsewhere in Miami-Dade County, the only reliable way to know if it’s in your supply is through testing; if results suggest elevated cis-1,2-dichloroethylene, homeowners should consider steps to reduce exposure throughout the house.

Drinking water isn’t the only route of exposure—water used for cooking, bathing, and laundry matters too—so treating the water where it enters the home makes the most sense. For Tropical Park households, a whole-house strategy treats every faucet and appliance, helping keep contaminants from circulating through plumbing and shortening the time VOCs are in contact with fixtures and appliances. The result is more consistent water quality across your kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry without relying on point-of-use pitchers or under-sink units.