Iron stains
on plumbing fixtures, bath tubs, shower walls and doors, tableware and laundry
Reason:
Well water often contains Iron, which may leave stains that are hard to remove. When these deposits break loose from water piping, rusty water will flow through the faucet.
When iron exists along with certain kinds of bacteria, a smelly biofilm can form. To survive, the bacteria use the iron, leaving behind a reddish brown or yellow slime that can clog plumbing and cause an offensive odor. The Iron bacteria are considered to be harmless, but they can create conditions where other disease-causing organisms may grow. The organisms occur naturally in shallow soils and groundwater, and they may be introduced into a well or water system when it is constructed or repaired.
When iron and oxygen react with water, it creates a chemical reaction called oxidation. Oxidation produces iron oxide - rust.
If the problem is left unaddressed, rust will eventually eat away at the metal until it completely disintegrates.
Solution: The Whole house purification system utilizes oxygen, contained in the water, to oxidize Iron. So they drop out of solution to form particles. Periodically, the filter initiates a backwash cycle so the oxidized particles are flushed from the system. An control valve is designed to create an air pocket in the filter tank for additional oxidation and improved performance.
White stains (lime deposits)
on bathroom and kitchen fixtures, fittings and household appliances
Reason:
Hard well water that contains high levels of calcium, magnesium, other minerals and salt.
Dissolved calcium salt (as well as magnesium) in the water flows through showerheads and faucets gradually forming a white crusty-looking build-up, called lime scales that are really hard to clean away. The main concern of high levels of calcium in your water is that it has a negative impact on your plumbing system. Calcium in water can build up in pipes, reducing flow to taps and appliances.
Calcium in the water causes frequent build-up of soap scum in showers and sinks, film that builds up on your body or hair while showering, discoloration of clothing or spots on dishes while washing using well water.
If you drink water with a high concentration of calcium in it, you risk developing Hypercalcemia that affects the central nervous system, and can disrupt the electrical impulses that govern your heartbeat. You also risk developing kidney stones, because excess calcium can leave crystal-like deposits that eventually harden and turn into stones.
Solution: The Whole House Water Treatment and Conditioner systems soften your water by removing calcium and magnesium to nominal amounts.
Pink stains (pink mold)
in toilet bowls, shower heads, sink drains and tiles
Reason:
Water and airborne bacteria (such as Serratia Marcescens).
S. marcescens has been shown to cause a wide range of infectious diseases, including urinary, respiratory, and biliary tract infections, peritonitis, wound infections, and intravenous catheter-related infections, which can also lead to life-threatening bacteremia.
Solution: The way to stop the spread or prevent the pink slime is by installing at your home our Water filtration system. Serratia will not survive in the water that has gone through Catalytic Activated Carbon. Water filtration systems can help filter the chlorine so that the “pink stuff” won't be on sinks.
Black stains
in toilet bowl or dishwasher
Reason:
High levels of manganese in your water, hard water.
Children and adults who drink water with high levels of manganese for a long time may have problems with memory, attention, and motor skills. Infants may develop learning and behavior problems. Older adults may develop a disorder similar to Parkinson's disease.
Solution: Our water treatment system oxidizes the manganese using the oxygen in the water to particles that fall out of solution. Oxidized particles are flushed out of the system during the backwash cycle. For additional oxidation and improved performance, the control valve creates an air pocket in the filter reservoir.
Chlorine odor
Chlorine is the major disinfectant used in public water system.
It is used to kill parasites, bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms in the water.
If your water smells like chlorine, it might mean that you live in an area where the chlorine levels are higher than expected due to higher levels of bacteria.
The danger of Chlorine in the water is that it forms byproducts (such as Trihalomethanes and Halocetic acids), which, in turn, can cause serious harm to health if taken on a regular basis.
Chlorinated water can taste and smell different than untreated water. Some people like the taste and smell of chlorinated water, and others do not. Taste and smell problems may arise depending upon the water quality and amount of chlorine in the water.
If you are concerned about quality of the water, The Whole House Water Purification System uses high performance and long lasting Catalytic Activated Carbon for city water quality improvement. It provides superior filtration, removes Chlorine, water hardness as well as Chloramines, VOCs, taste and odors.
Sulfur "Rotten egg" odor
Well and Community well water may contain Hydrogen Sulfide.
Hydrogen Sulfide gas causes a distinct rotten egg smell. Heat volatilizes it, warmer water temperatures move it into the surrounding air. It is common that the smell dissipates after running the tap for a minute or two.
Elevated concentrations of hydrogen sulfide can impart a rotten egg taste to your water, It can also impact the taste and color of foods and beverages.
Hydrogen sulfide can corrode metals (like iron, copper, and brass) and may tarnish or discolor metal kitchenware. It may also cause yellow or black stains on your fixtures.
The Whole House Purification System uses a chemical-free approach for Hydrogen Sulfide removal, and when the well pump can produce sufficient flow for proper backwash to clean the filter media. The water treatment system does not need chemicals for oxidation, it filtrates the water using all natural filters to take out bacteria and microorganisms that are in the water.