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Common Water Problems

Stains, odd smells, and improperly working home appliances can all be tell-tale signs of water problems. Compiled below is a list of some common household issues and what they could mean for your drinking water, plumbing, appliances and laundry. You will also find the suggested Lester Water solution.

Complaint Possible Water Problem System Type Solution
My water test says I have bacteria in my water Coliform Bacteria wellcity Ultra Violet Light
My water test says I have nitrates in my water Nitrates wellcity Reverse Osmosis
Clothes are dingy Hardness and/or iron in water wellcity Water Softener
Soap scum on tubs, showers and sinks Hardness in water wellcity Water Softener
Soaps and detergents do not make suds Hardness in water wellcity Water Softener
Hot water heater is losing efficiency Hardness in water wellcity Water Softener
Blue green stains on toilets sinks and plumbing fixtures Acidic Water wellcity Neutralizer
Pinhole leaks in pipes and corrosion of plumbing fixtures Acidic Water wellcity Neutralizer
Water heater fails and/or leaks frequently Acidic Water wellcity Neutralizer
Rotten egg odor Hydrogen sulfide wellcity Softener, Neutralizer, & Carbon Filter
Black stains on clothes, toilets, appliances and sinks Manganese wellcity Water Softener
Brown stains on clothes Iron wellcity Water Softener, Birm Filter

SYSTEM TYPES:    well = Well Water    municipal = Municipal Water

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