Does your drinking water have a strange smell? It is one of the most common causes of complaints that people will bring up, when in fact, most of the harmful contaminants and water-borne illnesses have no smell at all.
Here are a few common causes for odor, and possible solutions.
If your water smells like chlorine or bleach, this is most likely due to over-chlorination of your water. Exposure to large amounts of chlorine can be damaging to your health. The best solution is an activated coal filter which can be installed for the whole house or at the point of use.
If there is a smell of rotten eggs, it is most likely because the water has high iron content and low PH. This is a problem that might require that you consult a professional service for water quality.
There could also be a smell of detergent. This could indicate a seepage from your septic system into your water supply. You should have this looked at as soon as possible since it would pose a major health risk.
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