Frequently
Asked Questions:
Problem Water
Q:
My tap water smells like rotten eggs. What causes that? Can it be
fixed?
A:
It smells like you have a problem with Hydrogen Sulfide in your
water. Water absorbs this gas as it passes through the ground.
When you turn on your faucet, you actually vent the gas from your
tap water.
Hydrogen sulfide can be treated with oxidation and filtration.
Oxidation turns the gas into elemental sulfur which can then be
removed via filtration. Normally, an aeration system injects air
into the water to oxidize the gas.The water then passes through a
filter that removes the sulfur. The result is water free of the
"rotten egg" smell you describe.
Q:
What's causing these ugly orange stains in my sinks and bathtubs?
A:
Iron in your water is the most likely culprit. It stains
faucets, sinks, bathtubs, countertops, appliances and even
clothing. You can usually remove the iron with a home water
conditioner.
In some instances, iron is present in such large amounts that a
multi-stage filtration system is necessary to remove it. But
don't fret; your problem may appear worse than it really is.
Iron in even small amounts can cause staining.
