Water Problems

Metallic taste or smell?

Generally caused by metals such as iron and manganese, these substances not only taste and smell bad but can also be harmful to your health.

Musty, earthy, fishy taste or smell?

Caused by algae, molds and bacteria that live in water and can multiply within a home's plumbing system.

Do you have hard water?

Calcium and magnesium ions in water create hardness, which is what causes soap scum in tubs and showers and spots on faucets and fixtures. Hard water is also what causes scaling in appliances, which results in less efficiency and costly repairs.

Does your water smell like rotten eggs?

The presence of hydrogen sulfide in water gives it an unpleasant smell, sometimes even rendering it unusable.

Does your water taste or smell like chlorine?

Municipalities use chlorine to disinfect water. However, not only does it taste and smell unappealing but it also has a drying effect on skin and hair.

Does you water appear cloudy?

The raw water that comes into your home or business may come with any number of impurities that cause turbidity.