Styrene in Surf Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of Styrene in the Water Supply of Surf Florida Homes

Styrene is an industrial chemical used to make plastics and resins, and it can sometimes end up in drinking water where homeowners least expect it. When present, it may cause a faint chemical or sweet-like taste or odor, often noticed after water has been sitting in pipes. Sources can include certain manufacturing discharges, contaminated groundwater, or contact with materials containing styrene. Because you can’t see it, many Surf residents first become aware of a problem because their water smells or tastes off rather than because of any visible sign.

If you suspect styrene in your Surf home’s water, start with proper testing to confirm what’s present and at what levels. Results can differ dramatically between neighborhoods and even neighboring houses, depending on plumbing, service connections, and the local water source. Whether your water comes from a utility or a private well in the area, treating styrene is usually part of a larger effort to improve household water quality. A whole-house system treats every tap in your Surf home so showering, laundry, cooking and drinking all use the same filtered water.