Iron is one of the most common — and most obvious — well water issues in Bucks County. It stains laundry, ruins fixtures, and gives water a metallic taste. But 'iron' isn't one problem: how it shows up in your well decides which system will actually solve it.
Ferrous (clear-water) iron is dissolved and invisible until air hits it — you'll see rust settle out in a bucket after a few minutes.
Ferric (red-water) iron is already oxidized when it leaves the tap; the water comes out cloudy orange.
Iron bacteria form a slimy, reddish film in toilet tanks and clog well screens; they require shock chlorination in addition to filtration.
Orange and rust-brown stains on sinks, tubs, and laundry.
Clogged aerators, low flow at fixtures, and shortened water heater life.
Metallic taste, and a musty smell if iron bacteria are present.
Softeners can handle small amounts of ferrous iron, but higher iron loads need an air-injection oxidation filter or a chemical-feed system. That's why we always test iron, manganese, pH, and hardness together before recommending equipment — the wrong system will foul quickly and cost you more than the right one.
Not sure what your results mean or which treatment fits your home? Contact us at WellInsight for a plain-English walkthrough of your options.
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