Epichlorohydrin in Key West Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of Epichlorohydrin in the Water Supply of Key West Florida Homes

Epichlorohydrin is an industrial chemical that can appear at low levels in drinking water, often related to materials and processes used in treatment and distribution. Because it usually has no noticeable taste or smell, homeowners in Key West and the Florida Keys might not detect it in tap water. Many residents still choose to limit everyday chemical exposure where practical — especially in a coastal community where salt air and corrosion can affect plumbing — and a whole-house filter treats water at every faucet, not just the kitchen sink.

Since epichlorohydrin is a contaminant of health concern rather than an aesthetic issue, it's sensible to consider all the ways your household uses water: cooking, brushing teeth, washing dishes and bathing can all increase contact with trace chemicals over time. In Key West homes — whether in Old Town, Truman Annex or New Town — you can add targeted whole-house treatment without changing how the house works. The aim is simple: deliver cleaner water throughout your residence with a system sized to your family’s needs and the area's moderate water hardness.