Sediments, Stains, and Water Sediment Filters 101 When your water system uses well water, it is important to do regular water testing to ensure that the water the well supplies is safe. Sometimes, bacteria, stains, and sediments can be found in the water. Water sediment filters won’t always take care of everything. For households reliant … Continue reading Sediments, Stains and Water Sediment Filters 101
Introduction to Iron Filtration Iron filtration is essential for ensuring clean, odor-free water. Iron in well water can exist in two forms: ferrous iron (Fe2+) and ferric iron (Fe3+). Ferrous iron is soluble, while ferric iron is insoluble. Ferrous iron can cause unpleasant tastes and staining, while ferric iron can be removed through filtration. One … Continue reading Using Ozone To Treat Iron and Sulfur Odors in Well Water
Hello, welcome to the Clean Water Made Easy Podcast Question & answer episode 5. My name is Gerry Bulfin, and I’m WQA certified master water specialist & long time water treatment contractor. Each week on our main podcast we go deep into various well water treatment systems and water quality issues and problems, but I … Continue reading Podcast Q&A 5: I want to install an iron filter in my basement…
Iron makes up 5% of the Planet's crust and is found in well water throughout the world. Whenever the amount of iron in your well water is higher than 0.3 Milligrams Per Liter (mg/L) the water can have a rusty, red-colored, brownish, or even yellow color, and cause discoloration of fixtures as well as laundry. Metallic tastes will probably be present and the water may smell horrible.
Iron and Manganese The first step to learning how to remove iron, manganese, and odor from well water is to understand a little about where iron comes from, the types of iron found in well water, and the various methods for removing iron. Iron is one of the earth's most plentiful resources, making up … Continue reading How to Remove Iron, Manganese, and Odor From Well Water
Research on Manganese Removal from Well Water Recent studies have examined how well different treatment methods remove manganese from well water. One in-depth study, conducted by a graduate student at the University of Pittsburgh, explored how various injectants performed in oxidizing manganese and minimizing disinfectant byproducts. Storage and Safety Considerations It’s important to store oxidizing … Continue reading Can Hydrogen Peroxide Be Used to Remove Manganese and Iron from well water?
Proper Installation Order for an Iron Filter in a Water Treatment System Iron filters are a crucial component of a comprehensive water filtration system, designed to remove iron and other contaminants from the water supply. A whole home iron filter is an effective solution for households struggling with iron-related issues, such as staining, discoloration, and … Continue reading Where Should an Iron Filter Be Placed: Before or After the Well Pressure Tank?
Proper Placement of Your Iron Filter and Pressure Tank What is an Iron Filter? An iron filter is a water filtration system designed to remove iron, hydrogen sulfide, and other contaminants from your water supply. Often part of a whole home system, these filters use oxidation and filtration to improve water quality, eliminate metallic tastes, … Continue reading Should the Iron Filter be placed before or after Pressure Tank?
I think I did a pretty nice looking job on it, a small poly shed from the local home improvement store was the perfect fit for the three tanks. The water is wonderful! Regards, – David Forty St. Petersburg, FL
Iron Bacteria can easily enter your well during routine maintenance, especially after well drilling or pump service. These small organisms thrive in water with high iron content and can quickly multiply, creating issues in both residential and commercial water systems. They interact with iron and oxygen to form rust-like deposits that reduce water quality, clog … Continue reading No Room for a Chlorinator? Use This Alternative Method to Eliminate Iron Bacteria
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