A simple solution to a common well water problem
If you have well water in Michigan, chances are you’ve dealt with iron in your tap water. Iron is plentiful in Michigan’s soil, so it’s not unusual that it finds its way into groundwater and well water, especially after periods of excess rainfall or changes in season.
While this excess iron is not hazardous to your health, it is off-putting and will impact your home’s water quality. If left untreated, it can lead to the growth of iron bacteria and extensive damage to your plumbing, appliances, and fixtures. Let’s take a closer look at iron-contaminated water and find out what you can do to combat this common well water problem.
What are the signs of iron water?
Not sure if your well water has excess iron? Here are a few symptoms to watch out for:
- You may notice red, brown, or yellow water flowing from your taps.
- Iron water, also known as ferrous water, may also have an off-putting metallic taste, making it unpalatable to drink or cook with.
- Water with excess iron will also leave rusty stains on pipes, appliances, fixtures, clothes, dishes, and other surfaces.
- If left untreated, ferrous water can leave iron deposits inside your home’s plumbing, leading to mineral build-up, lower water pressure, inefficient appliances, and costly damage to your home’s plumbing.
- Untreated iron buildup can also introduce iron bacteria into your home’s plumbing. These bacteria feed on iron to survive and leave behind a slimy biofilm. This creates a musty or moldy smell and a haven for other bacteria to grow. Over time, this biofilm will create clogs in your system, requiring costly cleaning and repair of your entire well water system.
How can I treat the iron in my well water?
Wolverine Water offers a number of water systems that can help you combat red water. Since iron can wreak havoc all over your home, not just at drinking water taps, we recommend a whole-home purification system.
Our Iron Breaker with Ozone whole home water treatment combats iron, iron bacteria, manganese, and sulfur (two other irksome water contaminants).
Our Blue Line whole home water system battles iron and other minerals that lead to hard water, like calcium and limescale.
Our Arsenic Removal w/Ozone whole home water system battles troublesome red water alongside arsenic, another common contaminant of private wells.
Give our Wolverine Water experts a call, and they can perform a quick 20-minute water test to help you determine which contaminants are impacting your home’s water quality. From there, they can recommend the whole home water system that will best fit your home’s unique needs.
Get started today! Schedule your free in-home water test.
