Common Water Problems
Physical Water Problems
- Hard Water Deposits
- Bad smell or taste
- Chlorine
- Detergent / Foaming Water
- Earthy, Fishy, or Musty
- Gasoline or Oil
- Metallic
- Methane
- Rotten Egg
- Color
Hidden Water Problems
Water that is clear and odor free is not necessarily safe to drink. Some harmful contaminants can exist in our water without leaving any trace of physical evidence. These contaminants can go unnoticed for years before anyone realizes that a problem exists. Water near agricultural areas can contain harmful chemicals from the application of pesticides or fertilizer. Water near industrial plants can also be contaminated by industrial runoff. These chemicals in the water can increase the risk of cancer and reproductive problems, as well as impair other bodily functions. The only way to know if you have any of these contaminants is to test for them. In this section we will be examining some of the most common household water problems that can only be detected by testing.
- Arsenic
- Barium
- Cadmium
- Chloramine
- Chromium
- Fluoride
- Lead
- Mercury
- Nitrates and Nitrites
- Perchlorate
- Radon
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's)