DBCP in Piedmont Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of DBCP in the Water Supply of Piedmont Florida Homes

DBCP is a man-made chemical that can end up in drinking water when residues from past agricultural use make their way into groundwater. You may also find it listed as dibromochloropropane or as 1, 2-dibromo-3-chloropropane. Because it has no dependable taste or smell, water in Piedmont can appear normal even if this contaminant is present, which is why many homeowners prefer to treat water where it enters the house so every tap is protected.

Concerns about DBCP often focus on properties served by wells or groundwater, which can be the case for parts of Piedmont and nearby North Florida communities. The only way to know if dibromochloropropane is in your supply is a local water test, since hardness and mineral content vary by neighborhood. If testing finds 1, 2-dibromo-3-chloropropane, treating the whole house ensures treated water for drinking, cooking, bathing, and laundry — not just a single faucet.