4 Signs of Contaminated Well Water

4 Signs of Contaminated Well Water

Not everyone gets their water sourced from a local treatment plant. There are over 15 million homes across America that rely on well water for cooking, cleaning, bathing and drinking. Professional services from Tampa well drilling companies can get you started with a personal water supply, but how do you know you can trust the water? Here are some ways to know if there is a problem with the quality of your well water.

1. Terrible Odor

If your water bears the odor of rotten eggs, it could mean high levels of hydrogen sulfide gas in your water. This often stems from a high sulfur content in the ground. Living near farms with manure pits or around a marshy area contributes to this condition. Look for black stains around high water use areas and corrosion on your plumbing.

2. Metallic Taste

Groundwater naturally has trace amounts of manganese and iron contaminants, but elevated levels can occur if you live in areas with large amounts of coal, shale or limestone. If the water has a metallic aftertaste or there is brown or reddish staining on clothing or pipes, it could be your iron and manganese levels are too high.

3. Hard Water

Too much calcium can be a culprit of hard water stains and skin conditions. High mineral counts can cause the water to taste strange, create minor skin drying and irritation and cause soap scum to build more easily. You may find this condition in areas with a high presence of limestone.

4. Water Discoloration

Water that has a blue or green coloring to it may be a result of corrosion in copper piping. While it could be a problem with the plumbing infrastructure, it could also mean that water coming into the home is too acid. The acid strips the metal off of pipes and faucets.

With water-borne illnesses affect nearly seven million Americans each year, it is important to keep an eye on your water supply. Be on the lookout for these concerns.

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