Haloacetonitriles in Sunset Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of Haloacetonitriles in the Water Supply of Sunset Florida Homes

Haloacetonitriles are disinfection byproducts that form when chlorine or chloramine reacts with natural organic material in source water. Even at low concentrations they can concern homeowners who want the best water for drinking and bathing. Because these compounds are created during routine disinfection, they may be present even when Sunset’s supply looks clear and tastes fine. The only reliable way to know whether haloacetonitriles are in your water and at what level is to get a laboratory test.

Haloacetonitriles belong to the same family of treatment byproducts that includes trihalomethanes (THMs) and haloacetic acids (HAAs), and their concentrations can change with source water and treatment methods. That’s why one sample can differ from another. Many Miami-Dade County residents begin exploring treatment after noticing stronger chlorine scent, altered taste, or skin sensitivity from harder, well-chlorinated water, although those signs don’t specifically identify haloacetonitriles. A whole-house system is a common choice because it treats water used for drinking, cooking, laundry and showers throughout your Sunset home.