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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Private Well Water - Solid Gray Stuff! HELP! | 2/9/2012 |
| Q: I own a rental home on a farm in Central VA. Last April I had new tenants who violated the lease ... A: Let me try and recap your information. This new well is 425 ft deep and your pump is set at 300 ft. ... | |
| Sediment in water | 1/30/2012 |
| Q: We lost power for about 5 days a couple weeks ago. Once power came back on our water now has a ... A: Yours is not so much a water problem as it is a well problem. Something has happened physically to ... | |
| Interested in the best low cost water softener for home use | 1/21/2012 |
| Q: I stumbled upon this website while researching the thousands of companies and products for better ... A: I see that you are looking for the best "low cost" system for your home.Some times the lowest cost ... | |
| salt in well water | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: My well water turned salty. Test in progress to determine just how salty. (results next week.) well ... A: Unfortunately it is impossible to say why you suddenly have salty water. What I can say is you can ... | |
| no-salt water softeners | 1/10/2012 |
| Q: I have been trying to research no-salt home water softeners. Have found several and the NuvoH2O ... A: Happy New Year too. I haver never found any ratings on nuvoh2o or any other salt free or magnetic or ... | |
| slimey eekky water | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: I have a reverse osmosis system under the sink (maintained and filters changed regularly) and the ... A: Yes R/O water is very pure and unfortunately bacteria just love it. That is if the bacteria can gain ... | |
| VERY Black well water | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: Over the past week or two, the unfiltered well water coming out of our hose is black, like black ... A: You are describing some very disturbing,potentially dangerous problems.Please contact your local ... | |
| hydrotech ro system tests 'service' needed | 12/18/2011 |
| Q: We just did service our 25G hydrotech RO (under the sink - 4 cartridge) system; new filters, ... A: Happy Holidays to you and yours. Thanks for your question.Since RO systems all have their own little ... | |
| sulphur water | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: On the beach where I live is a stinking smell of sulphur and it sort of bubbles out of the sand ... A: Murray. Your problem is probably from a natural source. It is impossible for me to pinpoint the ... | |
| well water tastes like plastic from hotwater | 11/11/2011 |
| Q: my folks had their well pump replaced last year and now the water coming out of the hot water heater ... A: My wife and I visited Washington and loved Seattle and driving along the Columbia River Gorge at ... | |
| well water filtration | 11/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a continuous problem with sediment from our well stopping up the flush device on our ... A: The simple answer is probably! There are in-line filter housings which utilize cartridges of ... | |
| Water Analysis | 11/10/2011 |
| Q: We had a water analysis done yesterday at our home. We live in Northeast Ohio and have a well. We ... A: Dawson; Thanks for your question. I live in Northeast Ohio too and have well water like you. I have ... | |
| about water softeners | 10/26/2011 |
| Q: .Our water hardness is at 20 grains.We would like to soften the water but have no floor drain for a ... A: With that degree of hardness and not being on site I cannot give you a definite solution. If you are ... | |
| well water | 10/13/2011 |
| Q: I live in the country with a well. If i do a load of laundry and then someone takes a shower the ... A: What you describe,the 0 pressure and the dirty water, is a low producing well. You need a good well ... | |
| Meaning of CWS-v | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: Good morning, I was wondering what the CWS-V means. I had a business colleague with the same title ... A: CWS V simply means Certified Water Specialist level 5. It is a designation given for a certain ... | |
| bacteria and high sodium in well water | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: We recently had a full Federal Government Recommendation Test done on our well water and it came ... A: You are doing the right things to answer your problems.The water specialist will be able to advise ... | |
| Sand in Water | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: I live out in the country and have a water well that feeds water to my home. At every location where ... A: Yours could be a very simple problem. It sounds like all you need is physical filtration such as a ... | |
| Well Water rotten egg smell | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a dug well with a captive air bladder storage tank. If we do not use the water for a few days ... A: I don't think that disinfecting your well is a bad idea.A one time use of chlorine should have no ... | |
| Pumptrol switch kicks on and off every time I turn the water on. | 9/2/2011 |
| Q: There are 2 adults and 2 children in my house hold. We live in the country and our water comes from ... A: ) Thanks for asking. You seem to be asking whether your pressure tank (pump tank) is going bad and ... | |
| Phosphate Addition System | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: I am on a well and the water is acidic. I had installed an acid neutralizing system which works ... A: Since I don't know what your ph level is to begin with or what type of acid you are dealing with,or ... | |
| Phosphate Addition System | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: I am on a well and the water is acidic. I had installed an acid neutralizing system which works ... A: I have had chemfeed systems that fed poly phosphate along with ph control chemicals and it worked ... | |
| Whole House Filters | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: I have recently installed a Pentek Big Blue Dual Whole House System. I have placed before the ... A: Sounds like you have an air bladder type pressure tank. There is an air bladder inside your tank ... | |
| Well water (SULPHUR) | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: ALL OF A SUDDEN MY WELL WATER IS BLACK. WHAT COULD IT BE? HOLDING TANK AND WHAT SOLUTION WOULD YOU ... A: You could have a major problem with your well like a cracked casing or well collapse. It could be a ... | |
| Cloudy Water | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I came home yesterday and my outside water spigot was running. From the flood around it, I assume ... A: Without being there and from the information you provide it is impossible to give you a definite ... | |
| wellhead and pressure tank questions | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: From the attached photo, you can see the current setup that was done at the time the well was dug ... A: My wife and I have been to Arizona a couple of times. It is a beautiful state. Now to your problem. ... | |
| sulpher | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I have gone through 2 fridges in the last 4years due to sulpher in my water can I spray paint all ... A: Sorry I don't know refrigerators.You don't say if you live in an apartment,condo or house. If you ... | |
| too much chlorine | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: I saw a question someone asked about over chlorinating the well to get rid of coliform and the house ... A: Tell me how deep your well is and what diameter is the well casing and what is the static level of ... | |
| too much chlorine | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: I saw a question someone asked about over chlorinating the well to get rid of coliform and the house ... A: You do not say whether your well tested for conform bacteria or not. "Super chlorinating" your well ... | |
| Artesian Well Overflow | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: We have a drilled well at our cottage. The well is 460 ft deep with a submersible pump at 6ft.There ... A: The simple answer the first part of your question is yes since water always seeks its own level the ... | |
| Black Specks in water | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a deep well, 360ft deep, in Austin, TX and after 16 years am now getting little black ... A: Without being there I can't positively identify the specks. They could be oxidized sulphur or ... | |
| off colour water in new well | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: I had a new water well drilled and steel casing installed,I have plenty of water my problem is that ... A: You don't say just how new your well is,how long you have been using it, or if you have a ... | |
| Chlorinator and clay issues | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: Our dug well is six years old. Our water system expert installed a system including a chlorinator, ... A: I didn't want to reject your question but I can't give you a definitive answer either. All I can do ... | |
| well pressure tank | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I thought that my well pump was coming on too often. Sometimes just a toilet flush. I realize it ... A: If putting more air in the bladder solves the problem of the pump running too often then so be it. ... | |
| brown algae / slime on carbon block water filter | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: Our water comes from a spring and is piped down to our small rural community (6 homes). The water is ... A: You seem to have dilemma on your hands. It is unusual that no one else is having problems. Of course ... | |
| water from new well | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: My Husband and I rent and the property we live on had a new well dug on June 3, 2011. The pump was ... A: New wells can take awhile to give you the final quality of water to expect from it. I usually like ... | |
| well water | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: My well water tastes like wax, at the faucet when you wet your hands your hands get sticky like they ... A: Your problem needs to be addressed urgently by an expert on site! It may even be a problem that ... | |
| iron filings in water filter | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a well that is three years old. When I clean the waterfilter I notice there are iron ... A: It sounds like it is natural occuring.If your well casing is only 3 years old I would think it ... | |
| deep well water pump | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a deep well for my home and farm. The animal water tanks are getting a funny slimy green ... A: My gut feeling is that you have a nuisance algae growth. But, without an on site analysis there is ... | |
| High sodium and chloride levels in private well | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: Brunetti: I own two residential properties in a small town in Wisconsin that have a shared well. Due ... A: It is a good thing that your homes have softeners that will save on the wear and tear of your ... | |
| Air press. | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a 30/50 pressure switch and have the air pressure in my pressure tank set at 28 with tank ... A: The simple answer is ...yup! Sounds bad but have it checked. Not knowing the age of your p/t or the ... | |
| Well trol pressure tank | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: Wx/22 We just purchased a home with a well, having in clue whats involved a friend added pressure to ... A: You have become the water commissioner for your own private water utility! Very simply put your ... | |
| water softener | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: Have you heard of Scalerid hard water treatment systems made by Edenpure. I was wondering if they ... A: No I have not heard of Edenpure Scalerid. I checked their website. They make nice heaters. They are ... | |
| bladder tank | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: ive had champion bladder tank for 15 years and finally i think it went out,,,, water was coming out ... A: I recommend that you get some professional help. You can go to www.wqa.org and find a certified ... | |
| h2o Concepts | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: You said in an answer recently that non chemical, no salt solutions for hard water are "bogus". I ... A: Because of your question I went to the website of h2oConcepts. I did notice that they carry the WQA ... | |
| Residential cisterns | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: I purchased my retirement home which has a rainwater cistern which was built as part of the house in ... A: My feeling is that IF you have enough rain to maintain the cistern go with it. Yes it is best to ... | |
| Softner | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: Can we reduce the TDS of water by using softner ( resin)? A: The softening process using a resin (cation resin) is called "ion-exchange". This means that the TDS ... | |
| sulfur odor in bathroom shower | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: I spoke to Rancho Water District..my water company...he advised me that all testing shows everything ... A: When you have a problem limited to one specific place,like the bathroom shower only,then you have ... | |
| water quality analysys | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: could you expound a bit more on how best to obtain a water quality report? In your last answer, you ... A: it is www.wqa.org not .com. Can you let me know where you live? Maybe I could do some research in ... | |
| chlorine gas in water | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: What is the function of Chlorine gas in water treatment? A: Chlorine is added to a water supply for disinfection purposes. Chlorine is also a good oxidizer used ... | |
| filtration system for lead & iron | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: Good Day Fred, I'm looking to install and "on demand" hot/cold water system to my home. I've learned ... A: I feel that fiberglass is the way to go with your pressure tank. Make sure that you size it ... | |
| green-blue stain in the toilet tank and toilet rim | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: I would like to thank you so much for taking your time in reading and answering our questions re: ... A: Yes I do think you would do well to drink some other water,maybe filtered or bottled until you ... | |
| TDS | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: Why TDS in increse when we boil the water A: The answer is very simple. Total Dissolved Solids describes the mineral salts content of the water ... | |
| Green Stains / Copper Pipes | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: Our house is 8 years old with all copper pipes, other than the incoming line from the well which is ... A: 1. The problem on the hot water side could be because you may be experiencing electrolysis from ... | |
| boiled water resulting in slime & sediments | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I appreciate the opportunity to ask this water qualit question and hope to hear back from you. My ... A: The problem in dealing with your question is this:1.you say the water quality is good according to a ... | |
| galvanized pressure tank | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: my well system has a galvanized pressure tank and was unused for about a year and a half how the ... A: A pressure tank operates on the fact that you cannot compress water very much at all. Your pressure ... | |
| Tap water smells like cat urine | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: Our water smells like cat urine...we do not have a well, we are on municipal water. Usually water ... A: Just when you think you've heard them all! Cat urine? I started to contiplate this and this thought ... | |
| water does not leave brine tank when cycling | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: We have a water softener that is maybe 15-20 years old. We needed to have the timer replaced which ... A: If your brine tank is always full of water it is probably a float problem. Once you changed timers ... | |
| poor water quality | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I have lived at the same rural residence for 17 yrs and have had good water from a deep well with a ... A: This could be a relatively serious problem.The tree accident may have caused your well to be ... | |
| pharma | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: most of the known water systems dont screen for pharma. what would a single home owner do, to make ... A: The only way to make sure without sending a sample to a certified EPA lab frequently,if indeed they ... | |
| Water quality of my water well | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: Fred, the results of having my water tested show high sodium content (323.8 ppm), high TDS (994.6 ... A: It doesn't seem odd at all that your water is virtually soft. I have seen the same scenario many ... | |
| 2 nd Pressure tank not filling | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: I had a new water softener and a second pressure tank installed to deal with hard water and iron ... A: ..Happy New Year! I cannot be sure exactly what your problem is because I would have to check it out ... | |
| shared well | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: My house in mts of NC has a shared well. We have that rotten egg smell in water.both in the hot and ... A: Have a water specialist come out and check your water for you. Depending on the cause and severity, ... | |
| Turbidity | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: How turbidity effect quality of water? A: This sounds like a question from a student. The question should read "How does turbidity affect the ... | |
| New Well-water quality | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: Fred, First, I have a 540' 6" well. Pump hung at 400' tested at 8gpm with stabilized level of ... A: The types of problems you describe,shimmering cement gray,sulfur smell,effervescence and slime, I ... | |
| Distilled water | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a hydrogen Generator on my semi and was told to use only steam distilled water in it. My ... A: I think the reason for using steam distilled water is because it is so low in total dissolved solids ... | |
| water quality | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I had my private well tested by a lab with the following results sodium 399 mg/L, Hardness 338 mg/L, ... A: According to your results treatment does appear to be necessary. It is very hard water with levels ... | |
| cloudy water | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a 17yr, old well, pump restricts to 12 gal/min. 2 yrs. ago the water ran for 24 hrs. The ... A: From what you tell me it sounds like your pump may be set a little low in the well. Pulling your ... | |
| Well/Black Filter | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: we had a well drilled about a month ago in ohio and in the last few days the pre filter is black, my ... A: or maybe it could be something more serious. The only way to know is to have your well water tested ... | |
| black smelly well water-only one rooom | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: my bathroom faucet and toilet get occassional spurts of black waer that last seconds to minute. ... A: Are you new to well water? Maybe so. If you are not getting the water problems in every faucet I ... | |
| Water Treatment System | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: First of all, thank you for volunteering your time to help others. My question is about a water ... A: Unfortunately there is no text on the link you have in your question. Therefore I can't possibly ... | |
| green water | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: I read your answer to a question about green water stain. I am having the same problem. You said ... A: As far as I know electrolysis is as I have explained it. I know of no other causes. I hope your new ... | |
| Gray Well Water | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: About two weeks ago my brother had left the toilet running when he left for work. I returned home ... A: If you haven't had a qualified water analysis lately I recommend one. It is very possible for well ... | |
| Tannins? | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: Private Well - sample taken at pump sent in to State of Michigan. Results good (no coliform) ... A: Maybe your problem lies in the "good water softener". How do you know that it is designed to meet ... | |
| well water with methane and more! please help! | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: We just purchased our first home in upstate New York just north of Albany by Saratoga - contingent ... A: You happened to have had a very rude awakening to the world of those who live on well water,and I ... | |
| Green algae on well pump | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I just had our pump replaced and when we pulled out the old one it had a green algae on it, how does ... A: Without actually seeing what you call algae I cannot confirm that is flora it might be a green slime ... | |
| Water quality | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: We recently purchased a small farm with a well only 60' deep. we are within 1/2 mile of a river, ... A: Whenever you drill a well or drill a well deeper you are rolling the dice. From what you tell me ... | |
| water butts and rainwater storage | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a large butt 600 galls. I fill from a stream for my vegetables and a large rainwater ... A: There are many families with septic systems who live on municipal water supplies. The vast majority ... | |
| Turbid Well Water | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: We have a 700' well, which is 2 years old. We had lightening hit a tree 20' from the well, and we ... A: I think you should look for a good well drilling company to check the integrity of the well casing. ... | |
| water/iron residential home | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: We have a well and I have had the water tested, iron is a issue and my husband does not want to get ... A: I have lots of relatives in Canada. My wife and I spent Easter there in Toronto. It was great. ... | |
| whole house water filter: iron, manganes, iron bacter | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: I live in Olympia, Washington. I have a well. Water quality tests by various sales people show my ... A: The simplest answer to your question is no. The problem you have is the bacterial nature of the ... | |
| whole house filter | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a house that is on public water. I have had well almost all my life, so dealing with ... A: Yours is a simple problem if you live in a city with the major water treatment companies available. ... | |
| iron bacteria | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a problem with black water and slim. I am on a well and have a reverse osmosis filter ... A: Your question is, from the information you provide, fairly simple. You want to have your water ... | |
| water treatment | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: My well water is hard, contains dissolved, naturally occurring natural gas, sulfur odor, slight ... A: Your information was a lot more in depth than I normally see submitted. I have treated lots of ... | |
| sulphur in well water | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a new house that was built in 09. The well is 60' x 30". Until last weekend (April 17/10) the ... A: Not knowing anything about your water, the degree of hardness or any other parameters it would be ... | |
| Need Recommedation for new Water Softener | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: I have an urgent need to buy a new water softener system for my home and am looking for advice. I ... A: There is not much I can tell you about which system would be best for you however it would appear ... | |
| Replacing Softner | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: first of all thank you for your service. It is of great value and appreciated. I am replacing my ... A: I apologize for the delay. I have been having trouble getting on-line these past few days. I think ... | |
| hot water brown sediment | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: We have a 7 year old house in Buellton CA. and there's very fine brown sediment in the hot water ... A: Sounds like you may have some iron in your water that is oxidized when heated. That is the best I ... | |
| waterlogged tank | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: my tank is waterlogged.the pump goes on every 15 seconds or so. it is a metal tank with no bladder. ... A: If you have a captured air tank simply drain it and refill it. There may be a valve similar to the ... | |
| high nitrate level | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: I recently tested my well water and it showed a high level of nitrates. What is the best way to ... A: High levels of Nitrates in the water pose a threat because they can become Nitrites which adversely ... | |
| water fungus | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I live in NC and have a deep water well that is 3 years old. The water has never been tested and I ... A: I have to give you the same advice I give many other people and that is, have your water checked by ... | |
| new well sediment | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I came across your name and answers while searching. I will try and give you as much info as ... A: Canada,eh? My wife and I are heading up to Toronto tomorrow to spend Easter there with my cousins. I ... | |
| ro vs distilled | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a marine fish tank & coral tank which water is benifical to both tanks. Ro Vs distilled which ... A: Sorry for the delay I have had some PC problems this past week. Hmmm. Distilled or Reverse-Osmosis ... | |
| sediment filter at well | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a geo thermal heat pump using a well. Sediment builds up and shuts the unit down. I have just ... A: Sorry about the delay, my computer has been giving me problems for a few days. Yes, Hilda there are ... | |
| copper in water | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: Several neighbors and I have confirmed high levels of copper in our drinking water. We all have ... A: The first thing I learned about water is that it is the UNIVERSAL SOLVENT. In other words it can ... | |
| Well water near a salt water marsh | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I just rented a house that sits about 100 yards from a salt marsh. The water is ... A: I think your good women's intuition comes into play here. One of your problems is that you are ... | |
| salty taste in water | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: After spending $6000 over 3 years, RainSoft has finally got our water to be usable and, for the most ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. First let me share this with you. When you have ... | |
| water pressure | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: my water pressure has been horrid.We figured it was the switch to the prssure tank because it would ... A: I think you should get some professional help with this. Without actually being there I cannot ... | |
| water pressure problem hague maximizer | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: Water pressure in house has significantly dropped recently when the water is run through the water ... A: I would recommend you go to www.wqa.org. There you will find a certified specialist in your area. ... | |
| high alkalinity readings | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: Fred, I ,too, have a high alkalinity reading from testing my well water. this is a separate reading ... A: I am going to recommend that you have someone analyze your problem on site. If you go to www.wqa.org ... | |
| salt in well water | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I live in PA and had the same problem last winter around the same time. I think it may be coming ... A: It sounds like you might have a surface water invasion problem. I would suggest you ask a ... | |
| sediment damage from new well? | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: Our new well is 580 feet deep, was drilled through layers of hard and soft granite and brown rock. ... A: Your problem seems to be a "clay" problem. Sometimes we call it "quicksand" It is colloidal clay,a ... | |
| ph correction of well water | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: On our farm we have a well suppling water at 5.2 ph we have put in a system to try to raise the ph ... A: The short answer is yes. In my experience I have run into medium mucking up often on low pH. Now the ... | |
| Water well | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: Although I have a water well that is 190 feet deep and has a submersible pump, when I flush the ... A: It certainly sounds like and expansion tank (pressure tank) problem. You don't say what kind it is ... | |
| white residue | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: We moved to this house in Aug. 2007. We have a well. We had a tank installed that removed the ... A: It is good to know that you have an R/O hopefully to a separate drinking water tap at your sink. You ... | |
| white residue | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: We moved to this house in Aug. 2007. We have a well. We had a tank installed that removed the ... A: It seems to me that you have a high total dissolved solids problem that is leaving a residue ... | |
| Dirty rotten egg smell | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: Background: My system consist of a well, 45ft deep pump, 68 ft well on a waterfront house. Inside ... A: Things seem to come in threes. You are the third person who is having problems after work was done ... | |
| sulfur smell in filtered water when radiant heat on | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: For the past month, water coming out of our filtered water tap(new addition kitchen island) smells ... A: It would seem to be as you state. The filtered water line is picking up some heat causing it to ... | |
| hard black deposits in water | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I have recently noticed small hard black particles coming out of all of the sinks and tubs in our ... A: ; You have a real problem there but I can't tell you what is wrong without being there. You can go ... | |
| Well Water for Irrigation | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: We have an 800 foot well that we use strictly for irrigation. The water is killing some of our ... A: 800 feet is pretty deep. You could have a high mineral content which could have an adverse affect on ... | |
| black/grey household water | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: We live in a rural community and have a well to supply us water to our home. Dec. 26/09 we had to ... A: It seems to me that you need to have your well checked out. Paying attention to the well-seal and ... | |
| RUST IN CITY WATER | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: WHAT WOULD BE AN INEXPENSIVE WAY TO FILTER OUT THE RUST? WE ARE AT THE END OF THE WATER SUPPLY LINE ... A: Your problem sounds like a very simple one. From what you tell me about being on the end of the line ... | |
| Well water holding tank | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I have noticed that when we have the water running my holding tank toggles between on and off. I ... A: It sounds like you need to recharge your pressure tank or replace it. I am not familiar with ... | |
| Silt in Water | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: I am not sure where to start, this has been bugging me for over a year and I couldn't tonight sleep ... A: Unfortunately you have found that water is a fourfold specialty. 1. The driller.He makes holes in ... | |
| Sulfur Water -Bacteria | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: Fred, I have sulfur water that is currently being treated with a bleach injector system and a 80 ... A: Without being there and analyzing your situation I can't be precise. Let me share some of my ... | |
| water pressure and well | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: a few days ago we lost water pressure it felt like it was trickling out of shower, the next day our ... A: It sounds like you have a well problem as opposed to a water problem. I would suggest you contact ... | |
| black residue from water | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: We live in coastal NC in an area with poor water quality. Lots of minerals and sulphur. We have a ... A: I have run into water with problems like yours. You are experiencing the worst part of sulfur ... | |
| pressure tank | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a well x trol model 302 pressure tank that appears to be leaking. I have it shut off and have ... A: I don't see any big problem here, simply cut the pressure tank out of the line and it will drain via ... | |
| chemical feed | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: We had chemical feed with chlorine in one tank and vinegar in another to a retention tank to a ... A: As long as your water doesn't cough, spit or sputter when you turn on the tap you should not be ... | |
| Grey well water | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: saw your thread on this subject. I also have grey well water. Also rotten egg smell. Am using some ... A: There is no need to drink chlorine in your water. As I said your system should have a filter that ... | |
| Greyt well water | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: saw your thread on this subject. I also have grey well water. Also rotten egg smell. Am using some ... A: I have lots of relatives in Toronto. I visit them when I can. Sounds like you need constant ... | |
| Desalination | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: I had sent this message to you before and you said you did not respond to homework questions. This, ... A: My experience is not in desalination. You don't run into that much salt in private wells. When you ... | |
| Elevated HPC & Coliform | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I had a new home built in 2007 and after living in the home about a week, a rotten smell came from a ... A: You can be sure that if you follow my suggestion and have an expert stop by they will answer your ... | |
| Elevated HPC & Coliform | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: I had a new home built in 2007 and after living in the home about a week, a rotten smell came from a ... A: Without being there and testing your water on site I cannot pinpoint a solution for you. I suggest ... | |
| White residue from water after install of new hot water heater | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: Sir, In Mid November, I had a new hot water heater installed as my old one finally gave out. It is ... A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you. The Holidays were busy for me. Anyway I can only recommend ... | |
| Holding tank | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: My holding tank comes up to pressure (70ish?) but then rapidly drops drops down to the point where ... A: Your problem is that either your captured air tank needs bled down and re-pressurized or your ... | |
| Well water | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: After 40 years of great well water a testing revealed a coliform reading of 2 MPN/100ml. As the ... A: Unfortunately bacterial invasion of a well can occur at any given time. A test merely shows the ... | |
| Water Quality | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I am concerned about the water quality in a rental home I am presently living...I was noticing ... A: All I can state is that 900TDS is a little high for drinking! It doesn't mean the water is unsafe ... | |
| my own house well | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I have friends in the well buisness and you know its hard to ask them for help so here it goes. My ... A: First of all let me say that I cannot be exact in any of my answers to you because the problems you ... | |
| rust | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: does bathing in water that comes from a galvanize hot water cylinder which is rusting cause any ... A: The short answer is NO. The water may be brown but that is from the iron in the water being ... | |
| Suspended Particles in Well Water | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: We have a private well which supplies drinking water for our rural residence. Our water quality is ... A: Your's is a difficult problem. The best I can do is share what I have run into here in NE Ohio. ... | |
| rotten egg smell | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: we are on a well and the cold water in the kitchen sink is the only fawcet that has the rotten egg ... A: The first thing to realize is that IF you are having a problem at one faucet ONLY, the problem isn't ... | |
| NEWLY DUG WELL WATER | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: How can well water be tested for salt without the test kit? A: There are a couple of ways to tell if there is salt in your water.Neither of them are rocket ... | |
| Sediment | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: We have a problem with sediment in our 5 yr.-old well. It is a 600 foot well and the pump is ... A: Your well is extremely deep. This could mean that finding a good supply of groundwater is very ... | |
| holding tank and water filter system | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: We have iron problems with our water. We are about a year away from starting to build a new home on ... A: Usually treatment is done after the holding tank depending on several parameters. I suggest that you ... | |
| Salt Water Well | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: WE are in escrow on a house that is in a salt water well area. The chloride tested at 580 and the ... A: Actually the sodium level should not affect your utility purpose water usage. If you have r/o for ... | |
| water well depth and salt content | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I live in Aztec, New Mexico, right on the Animas River. I recently had a well person drill a 32 foot ... A: Many people are in your situation. You have a problem that really has no economically sound,low ... | |
| changing solar salt | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: How often should I change the solar salt in my home water treatment system? ANSWER: Hi Jim; Thanks ... A: This one is easy. Call the people who put it in for you or another company that deals in water ... | |
| Sulfur odor from sump pump | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: We are experiencing a strong sulfur odor that appears to be originating from our sump pump. It just ... A: The only other thing to check is the french drains. Things have crawled in there and died too. You ... | |
| changing solar salt | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: How often should I change the solar salt in my home water treatment system? A: Not knowing the unit you own,the water quality you are dealing with or the number of people in your ... | |
| smelly water | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a second home in Palm Bay Fl. We have had a few surprises since we purchased it. One ... A: My best suggestion to you is to visit www.wqa.org and find a certified specialist in your area.As ... | |
| Sulfur odor from sump pump | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: We are experiencing a strong sulfur odor that appears to be originating from our sump pump. It just ... A: I if the smell as you say is coming from the sump it isn't a well water problem. It is a surface ... | |
| Whole house water filter for well water | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a well for water source and just had a test ran on the water. On the results it says detected ... A: I had an old friend, a really great guy named Charlie Lingo. As to your question the only thing I ... | |
| Debre in softened water | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a foreclose home. It had been vacant several months. It has a water softener. When I add ... A: My best advice to you is to have someone local check it out. It is impossible for me to accurately ... | |
| smelly rain barrel water | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: rain water from roof of home in mountains of w. virginia. will only be used for laundry ,showers not ... A: My best advice is to check with your county agent. Ask them about collecting water for a cistern for ... | |
| Obtaining ro water from pond | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I am a window cleaner using reverse osmosis water. I am moving to a house which will have a water ... A: My son was stationed in Stuttgart awhile back and I visited him twice. I stayed a week each time. ... | |
| Sulphur smell in water | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: We just bought a house with a well and the water has a strong sulfur smell. There is a chlorination ... A: Yes your system seems to be properly applied. Now to learn how to properly operate it and find out ... | |
| Moen Faucet bubbles & odor | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I found an answer you gave in 2008 to the same issue I have. I just installed a new Moen faucet in ... A: IF your problem is limited to that one faucet I would suggest that you do not have a water problem. ... | |
| General Ionics | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I a plumber in the Cincinnati area and one of my customers called me for information on a General ... A: In order for me to be specific I would have to know exactly which system you want to know about. I ... | |
| Adding an overflow pipe to an evisting artesian well | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a drilled artesian well with 6" steel casing. It currently overflows into my driveway, which ... A: I suggest you take this question to a well driller you trust. They are the experts on wells.I can ... | |
| Muddy Water | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: About 2 yrs ago our submersible pump went and we replaced it. The contractor broke the below ground ... A: That is a tough one to call. Wells are all different. IF you truly just have a muddy casing what you ... | |
| High Level of coliform | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: Hope you can advise me on this one Fred. My well pump stopped working. We pulled the pump. The ... A: The black water is caused by the oxidation of the minerals in your water by the bleach. It should go ... | |
| well water has HIGH sodium | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: We recently bought a new home ( actually an OLD home ) and the water tasted kinda salty. We had it ... A: You certainly do have a problem. You have only three options as I see it. 1. drill a new well and ... | |
| Salt (etc.) in well water | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I have new water well in central (western Coryell County,) Texas, and have had a very complete, ... A: By looking at your test it seems that you should address the bacteria problem as well as your salt ... | |
| water quality problem | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: I have been going crazy trying to figure this out. We've been in our house close to 20 years. ... A: You do seem to have a problem. I like the way you are thinking and the way you explain your ... | |
| Pressure tank issue | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I've attached my orignal post from yerterday at the end of this email. To clarify, I din't run out ... A: It sounds like,by the process of elimination, that you need to replace your pressure tank! I can't ... | |
| Well Filtration Question | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: We have a whole house filter for our well water. I find that the 5micron filters I use need ... A: It sounds like you need an expert to check and see what is going on with your well water. They will ... | |
| Water Filtration | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: We have a cottage on the Canada Lake Superior shoreline. When they drilled a well, it went through a ... A: Can you tell me a little more about your water? What is the recovery rate of your well? i.e. How ... | |
| water heater anode rods | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: HOW DO I REMOVE THE ANODE ROD FROM MY NEW WATER HEATER? IT IS A 40 GALLON RICHMOND.I READ YOUR ... A: I am not familiar with the brand of water heater you mention. You would be better off to contact the ... | |
| hard water | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: We have a 130 ft. well. We live in the country with farming community not too far away. Our soil is ... A: First, you are dealing with reputable people. Both are WQA and NSF certified to perform as ... | |
| water softners | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: We have a salt added water softner. Thinking about changing to Easy Water or Pelican Natur Soft. ... A: I cannot recommend one brand over another. I would recommend that you visit www.wqa.org and find a ... | |
| Disinfecting well | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: Well 27 yrs old,hydrogen sulfide smell,more so in hot water.Well guy advises against disinfecting ... A: Chlorine is a lot harder on your pump than peroxide would be.Make sure you dilute either with a lot ... | |
| Leak from WellXTrol/Condensation | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: In addition, there is condensation on the pipes in the area. I live in the northeast and it has ... A: There is no difference in a leak in the plumbing connection to your pressure tank than any other ... | |
| Disinfecting well | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: Well 27 yrs old,hydrogen sulfide smell,more so in hot water.Well guy advises against disinfecting ... A: Using Hydrogen Peroxide should be ok. Make sure that you run your well enough to dilute the hydrogen ... | |
| Dirty Water Periodically in Well | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a home with both a well and public water 5 years ago. The well was drilled in 1978 and ... A: It sounds like you have a bladder-type pressure tank. The tire valve thingy is to allow you to put ... | |
| Weltrol No. WX203 pressure tank | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: After living here for 21 years with a pressure tank that had been here for 10 years earlier (Tank ... A: I think you should thank your lucky stars that you got such a life out of your pressure tank. It ... | |
| Dirty Water Periodically in Well | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a home with both a well and public water 5 years ago. The well was drilled in 1978 and ... A: There are so many variables that may be causing your problem that you should have an on site ... | |
| Black Water After Power Outage | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: We experienced a brown out for several hours on our farm. We are on a private well with septic ... A: Simply put the answer is yes. Because of what you tell me I would recommend that you have your water ... | |
| Black Particles - Well Water | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: Our house was built in 1994 with a private well water system. We moved into the house in 2003 and ... A: It sounds like your water has changed a bit. It may simply a particulate problem that requires ... | |
| dirty water | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: My family live in the rural area and we use well water and have water softener that is 12 years old. ... A: There are a couple of possible problems;maybe your water in the well has changed. You will need a ... | |
| Water storage tanks | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: We're looking to get a water storage tank to help augment our well. I can't seem to Google an ... A: No, color doesn't matter. When you say "to augment our well" do you mean to increase its capacity ... | |
| Well Water test results | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I received these results today for my newly drilled well: Nitrate <.5 mg/l chloride 4.81 ... A: The county is mainly worried about bacterial infection. As long as there are no pathogenic bacteria ... | |
| paralleling pressure tanks | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: my question is on paralleling pressure tanks but using each tank separately for different floors in ... A: It makes one think ! Logically the problem I see is that if both tanks called for water at the same ... | |
| fresh water pressure tank | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: After researching my problem, I have come to relize that I need a new pressure tank due to the fact ... A: Hey Mike; When it comes to water systems you will find that I always recommend that you have a ... | |
| Brine in Well Water | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: Fred, I had a new well drilled a year ago. Unfortunately it is 450 in the ground. My old well ... A: sorry for the delay in answering. There is a way to clean up brine in a well. There are limits ... | |
| removing hard deposit in soda ash/chlorine tank | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I use a light soda ash/chlorine treatment for my well water. A rockhard build up is forming in the ... A: Try emptying your tank and breaking up the crust with a broom handle. Sometimes you can dissolve the ... | |
| iron | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: Is a high iron content in our water bad for our health and the health of our 5 yr old? Water does ... A: However I cannot make any health claims about the iron in your water and its affect on a 5 year old. ... | |
| Rotten egg smell in hot water usage | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a home several months ago and had a very bad rotten egg smell in the house. I replaced ... A: I cannot give you a definitive solution without actually being there. Maybe I can help by simply ... | |
| Is well water drinkable? | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I live at Kathmandu, Nepal. There are private wells near my apartment. The water is clear but I have ... A: The ONLY way to know if your well water or any water for that matter is safe if to have it checked ... | |
| water quality | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I am connected to a well that also supplies a pond. It is set up so that when I need water for my ... A: Let me address a part of your question first. "Potable" means there are no pathogenic bacteria in ... | |
| shock treatment of well water/iron eating bacteria | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I live in a new home with a 230 ft deep well and a septic system. Our water seemed clear, tasted ... A: You are wise to seek a second opinion. It sounds to me like your "Culligan Woman" knows what she is ... | |
| pressure tank problem | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a two year old residential well with two 40 gallon pressure tanks with bladders in them. They ... A: What you describe sounds like the way they are supposed to work. If on the other hand the tanks were ... | |
| Well Holding Tank Pressure | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: Fred - I've been searching through previous posted questions and have learned much from your advice. ... A: It sounds like you need to have someone who handles pressure tanks come out and check your pressure ... | |
| do water softening systems result in salty water? | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: The water in our (2 yr. old) well is very brown, so we installed a filtration system that uses salt ... A: The amount of sodium present in your post treated water is dependent on the amount of sodium ionic ... | |
| had a galvanized tank for years now | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: we have had a galvanized tank in our house for years now over 10. It sprung a leak about 2 months ... A: Love your name it is my daughter's middle name also. The best advice I can give you is to visit ... | |
| water tank | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: When installing the water tank, on it's side,the pressure value was placed on the bottom side of the ... A: I have seen many pressure tanks installed horizontally and the pressure valve is still installed on ... | |
| Water filtering | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: I live in Thailand and I have my own well. I have two stainless steel cylinders that have charcoal ... A: What a coincidence, my brother-in-law just moved to Thailand permanently. He loves it there. The ... | |
| water pressure tank | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: We have a residential well. I was told that my pressure tank needs to be replaced. It is 30 years ... A: It sounds like someone is trying to alert you of a potential problem. It also sounds like you have ... | |
| Smelly/Nasty tasting water | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: We receive our water from a rural water district which is well based and not treated. Most recent ... A: Yes you have a ton of questions. However logic has a place here too. IF your frost-free hydrants are ... | |
| where to put sediment filter on | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: I bought a new house with a well. My question are: 1. Where should I put a sediment filter on? ... A: Normally cartridge-type sediment filters are installed after the pressure tank. The pressure tank ... | |
| Smelly well wtaer | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: He has an old hand dug well about 30-40 feet deep and about 4 feet wide all the way down.The walls ... A: Eva; Thanks for asking. There is no doubt here. I cannot advise your friend nor should you. The well ... | |
| Backflushing | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: When I bought the house I learned it has an advanced water filtration system. It is on an automatic ... A: It is illegal in my state of Ohio to drain water systems into one's backyard. I would check with ... | |
| Water Problem | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: We have been having problems with our water (private Well) it feels and smells a little like Iron ... A: You seem to have answered your own question. Iron and hardness appear to be the culprits. Check it ... | |
| Well Water Repeatedly Tests Positive for coliform | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: Greetings- My wife and I are in the midst of negotiations to purchase a house in Michigan. The ... A: If it were my home purchase I would be very concerned too. All a bacteria test can say is the ... | |
| Iron/sediment | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: I recently bought my home - it has a well and orange stain/sediment in toliets. I had the water ... A: I recommend an onsite inspection by a water specialist. This is because there are so many parameters ... | |
| Which whole house sediment filter to use? | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: Fred, you seem to know a lot about water! My question has to do with sediment (very fine) from my ... A: The reason on uses a pressure tank is to prevent exactly what you describe. That is to prevent undue ... | |
| water softener market | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: Any idea about how many (or what percentage of) consumers in the U.S. currently own water softeners? ... A: S. I can't say what that percentage is. I know it is a low number. However almost everyone uses ... | |
| Black particulate matter in well turns brown in air | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a private drilled well 200' down in central FL limerock. Pump intake is at 60', water level ... A: Glad I could help. Greensand is a very heavy media, one of the heaviest if not the heaviest, you ... | |
| Black particulate matter in well turns brown in air | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a private drilled well 200' down in central FL limerock. Pump intake is at 60', water level ... A: Right off the bat I think you might be asking a heck of a lot of your spiral wound in line filter. I ... | |
| Low water pressure | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: Within the last four months our water pressure has decreased. It will run fine and then it will ... A: There are to many things that could be wrong from what you tell me. But without being there I cannot ... | |
| Salty Well Water | 4/3/2009 |
| Q: We just moved to a house that has a new well and we are the first people to use the well. We have ... A: The simplest answer is no. Potassium will be a lot less efficient ion exchanger and a whole lot more ... | |
| Iron bacteria | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: We recently added an addition to our home. We have well water with a filtering system due to high ... A: Yes the smell is most likely to be caused by the anode rods in your new water heater. They dissolve ... | |
| Salty Well Water | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: We just moved to a house that has a new well and we are the first people to use the well. We have ... A: Unfortunately without an on-site analysis I cannot tell you precisely what is wrong. I do know this: ... | |
| High Alkalinity and Hardness | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: Our water comes from a ground spring. We use it softened in our house and unsoftened for our ... A: Your problem would seem to call for chemical feed. After some research I find the recommended feed ... | |
| distilled water | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: Why does distilled water ph rise to 7.9 then drop to 7.0 (neutral) when I use my ph meter? For ... A: I know that pH meters and pens vary in their individual performance. My guess is (and it is only a ... | |
| water hardness | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: Are there any affordable water conditioners on market that will treat hard water without using salt? ... A: I don't believe i am relatd to the Arizona Brunettis. Ask Them what part of Italy they are from. I ... | |
| treatment system | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a peroxide treatment system for sulphur. I'm adding a mixing/retention tank (it never had ... A: My suggestion would be to install the retention tank right after the pressure tank then follow with ... | |
| cistern or well water | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: we are looking at buying some property that currently does not have the well plumbed to the house. ... A: I can tell by your questions that you are new to providing your own water. You were used to a water ... | |
| sulfur treatment | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a house that has roughly 50 to 60 parts sulfur. I currently have a custom ... A: Just today I was talking to a fellow that gave me another slant on smelly wells. He says that he has ... | |
| New to well water... | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: We just purchased a home with a RainSoft system in it. Apparently the owner who lived here before ... A: I would recommend that you visit ww.wqa.org. On that site you should be able to find a certified ... | |
| salty well water | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: I live in Va Beach and we have a problem with our well water being too salty. It has killed all the ... A: Unfortunately if you are a victim of brine invasion there is not much you can do. There are whole ... | |
| Hot water taps sputtering | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: My house has a private well with some hardness along with a bit of sulphur and iron in the water. I ... A: What you state is unusual since I usually recommend switching from magnesium anodes to aluminum not ... | |
| water softener salt | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: i have a steeltec ro-335 i have been putting in potasium pellets for a few years and i wanted to ... A: If your unit is like the standard units designed to run on potassium pellets and you want to change ... | |
| high salt level | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: I live in north east Colorado. I have a deep well and the water is very high in sodium. This is ... A: Yours is not an unusual problem. It can be solved but requires special and somewhat costly ... | |
| Hot water taps sputtering | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: My house has a private well with some hardness along with a bit of sulphur and iron in the water. I ... A: It sounds like you could have a bit more sulfur than you might think.The sputtering you are ... | |
| GE Logix 760 valve | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I have just purchased a water softener system that contains cation and anion ... A: I am not familiar with the unit you speak of. However I do know that water level in the brine tank ... | |
| Resin cleaning solution health issues | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: Are there any health issues related to the use of Pro Res Care in our water treatment brine tank for ... A: There is no need to worry. The resin cleaner only shows up in the brining cycle of the regeneration ... | |
| whole house filter | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I live in the NW and at spring melt I get very fine silt clouding my water. I had a plumber install ... A: Maybe I don't understand exactly but my understanding of a check valve is that it prevents the water ... | |
| R/O vs. distilled | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: Please cite some chemical facts and/or sources that back up your claim that the Oxygen is boiled out ... A: The following is an explanation of the distillation process: The distillation process Distillers ... | |
| well water - sulfur smell | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I just found you and I am so excited. the gentleman that was talking about sulfur smells in his ... A: I have never seen a filter that works on ALL sulfur. I have had some luck with chlorine-backwashing ... | |
| sulfur and arsenic | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: Our rural well has unacceptable arsenic levels and a horrific sulfur smell/taste - even in the cold ... A: If you trust your water treatment dealer then go with it. It sounds like he is taking the right ... | |
| RO systems | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: Our R/O system needs to be replaced. We have tried to research various options only to get more ... A: I cannot ethically recommend one brand over another.Sorry. Most (99%) of a family's water performs a ... | |
| particles in domestic drinking water | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: Need suggestions on possible causes of small black specs found in kitchen sinks, bathroom sinks and ... A: There are a myriad of possibilities from silt to sulfur.I recommend you go to www.wqa.org and find a ... | |
| whole house filter | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I live in the NW and at spring melt I get very fine silt clouding my water. I had a plumber install ... A: If it were my problem and the only thing wrong with the water is the fine silt I would opt for a ... | |
| Well Water | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a well that I having trouble regulating and getting rid of the oder with black dirty water! ... A: From what you tell me, especially the $11,000, you have really terrible water. I would get a second ... | |
| Black water | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: For more than a year now I've been finding a black residue in my water. It settles out in the ... A: Your well driller sounds reasonable to me.I would follow his advice. However you might ask him if ... | |
| Blue Stains | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: Recent checking of my well water shows pHs of 7.1 - 7.3 on my treated water but I still have blue ... A: I don't think I can do you any good without being there. I recommend that you visit www.wqa.org and ... | |
| RO systems that equal distilled water | 2/21/2009 |
| Q: Is there a chart that compares the contents (impurities) contain in distilled water verse various ... A: I have done college chem labs that used ditilled water. We replaced the distillers with De-ionizing ... | |
| RE: Well Water in Horse Trough | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: I have had horses for over 10 years and always fill my water trough (basic plastic farm trough) ... A: Over the years well water can change. It sounds like that is what has happened in your case. I ... | |
| electrolytic water softeners | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: Fred: Here is an excerpt from 'Sterling Water Systems' website: How does the Sterling Water ... A: I have used this electrolysis-type of device in demonstrating the hardness of water however I have ... | |
| Resin bead quality | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking for a new water softener, my local dealer recommends a Clack ws-1. His price is $1595 ... A: From what you tell me you simply have a hardness problem and if that is all there is I'd say go for ... | |
| Whole House Blue Stains | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: I am getting blue stains in toilets, sinks and fiberglass tubs. I am on a well and have an air ... A: You might ask your supplier about "Poly-Phosphate". Poly-Phosphate can put a mono-molecular coating ... | |
| Carbon Filter / Chlorination | 1/31/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a small cabin in Mico Texas that heas a well that hasn't gotten much use but ... A: 1.It sounds more like "Hey Rube" type of system pieced together not like a Culligan or any other ... | |
| CONS OF BOTTLED WATER | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: are there any drawbacks in drinking bottled water (distilled,mineral,or purified)? A: That is a question that probably is on many minds. The simple answer is yes. That is if you are not ... | |
| water contents | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: I presently have simple water filters on my ice maker and a bar "pure water" faucet...they seem to ... A: Sounds like you have some really hard water there! It wouldn't surprise me if you were getting a ... | |
| water filter | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I am on a well water system and want to rebed my filter tank. The tank has gravel and greensand as ... A: I can't help you re bed.I can say that Manganese greensand is one of the heaviest mediums around. It ... | |
| Slime/Sludge at well pump...? | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: Today I discovered about a half of a gallon of an oderless "sludge" (It looks a lot like industrial ... A: No KJ I have never heard of it before. I have heard of slime growths on or around the well pump. ... | |
| water quality | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: Fred, I am from Alberta Canada, we work with a dugout (waterresevoir). Our problem is also a PH from ... A: Usually I deal with homeowners. I have helped a few dairy farmers with high PH and in those cases we ... | |
| Sediment filtration | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: When we first moved into our house 8 years ago we had no filters on our water. Within the first ... A: I am glad to see that you did have someone out. I assume they were professional water treatment ... | |
| water treatment | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: I live in tx I have a 200 ft well with a 12gpm max pump it supplies a 2 bath house with two adults ... A: Sorry for the delay due to computer problems. My estimation is that you have very hard, acidic iron ... | |
| RainSoft water conditioning system | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Brunetti, We just had a rep (nice guy) go over a Rainsoft whole house system (Ec4) with us. The ... A: It sounds like you have met a zealous young (I presume) fellow who believes in his product. Without ... | |
| Removal of black corrosion on metal from well water | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: Yes, we have well water. Some sulfur, but not a lot. We live near a river and a lime quarry. We have ... A: My reply is late due to some computer problems. sorry. Yes you must be a city girl and yes you have ... | |
| pond water filtration | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: My domestic water supply is from a spring fed pond approx. 200' from the house. I have 2 full baths, ... A: Please accept my apology for the late answer. You can blame computer malfunctions. Pond water use ... | |
| Water aeration system | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: Fred, I have a water aeration, radon removal, softening system for my well. For some reason the ... A: Sorry to take so long answering please blame computer malfunctions. Now I hope everything is ok. ... | |
| rust | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: "First let me tell you that i am in this home since 1993. It was built in 1960. All copper pipes.The ... A: You may think that you gave me enough information to help you but I csn't solve your problem without ... | |
| Sediment filtration | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: When we first moved into our house 8 years ago we had no filters on our water. Within the first ... A: It sounds to me like your first problem is having a slow flowing,slowrecovery well. Your 2gpm isn't ... | |
| Help - Water Wells | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: I bought my home this year. How can I find out WHO installed the Water Well? (I think it was in ... A: Yours is an all too common problem. Thanks for asking. It seems as if a whole lot of people buy ... | |
| Whole house water filtration systems | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: I want to install a whole house water filtration, point of entry system, and I need some advice on ... A: What the NSF approval means is that the unit will do what it is advertised to do. Be careful however ... | |
| SULPHUR SMELLING WELL WATER | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I HAD A NEW WELL DUG ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO. ABOUT 6 MONTHS AFTER THE DRILLING (AT WHICH TIME WATER WAS ... A: Anything with water is possible but in most cases not probable. Your best bet is to have your water ... | |
| water pressure in our well | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I have problems with our water pressure. When I by pass the sand filter, the pressure seems to be ... A: I cannot be precise because you don't say what kind of sand filter you have. If it is a ... | |
| Help with my water! | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: I need to know the best way to improve my water for my home. My water has been tested with the ... A: Evidently this is your first experience with something other than municipal water. There you pay for ... | |
| life and water | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: I am senior in college with about 10 grad school applications asking me what do I want to study? My ... A: Your question is a little more than I am capable of dealing with. However you might want to try and ... | |
| Water Stains | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: I read your answer to Janette's question from 5/24/2005. It was somewhat helpful, but I am so ... A: Hopefully you have read where I recommend www.wqa.org as a site to find a certified water specialist ... | |
| polluted water | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: We have been getting a brown/ orange water thur or faucets approximatly 2 days after a heavy rain. ... A: Every well has a "well seal". This is to keep ground water out of your well. From what you tell me ... | |
| Whole house filtration for high TDS/chlorides | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: I am going to be building a house in the next year and my well water analysis came back with the ... A: Sadly, there are some waters, like yours, that just can't be fixed economically. You may have to ... | |
| Reverse Osmoses | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: Fred: Can you go in detail regarding reverse osmoses? Can RO be used instead of water treatment? A: Reverse Osmosis IS water treatment. The idea is to create a drinking water which is low in Dissolved ... | |
| Dirty water filter | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: Maybe you can help me in trying to solve a question on why my water filter gets dirty within 1 week. ... A: Evidently you have gone through a water change. This isn't uncommon. The load on your filter has ... | |
| Pinhole leaks in cold water only | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: I have had pin hole leaks in my copper pipes for years but only in the cold water pipes -never the ... A: Yes, water quality can change after sitting in a water heater. Iron will fall out and PH will be ... | |
| spring water versis distilled water | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: my wife has a iron that states use spring water only, why can i not use distilled water for this ... A: The simple answer is yes you can use distilled water or reverse osmosis water. I use it all the time ... | |
| Pressure tank | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: I believe I am having trouble with my pressure tank. My pump continues to run so I replaced the ... A: Your problem is simple. Buy a new tank. Yours has bit the dust.Then have a pro set the pressure for ... | |
| Potential sulphur problem | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: A home that I am trying to purchase has a sulfur smell in the water but only in the bathroom. It ... A: I have never heard of a problem confined to one location in a home that was a problem with the water ... | |
| black water/slime | 10/25/2008 |
| Q: In one of your answers posted, you asked "Has there been any well drilling or septic installations ... A: Yes Sandy any disturbance of the strata beneath the surface can have a wide field of influence. ... | |
| Well water smell | 10/25/2008 |
| Q: I had a new well pump put in and had my galvanized well pipe replaced with CPVC piping. The well was ... A: Iron bacteria smells more like Sulfur than diesel fuel. Unless your smeller is off I'd have a ... | |
| My hot water changed color, | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: Sir, Tonight I noticed that my hot water is a yellow color if I stop the zink from letting the water ... A: From what you tell me it sounds like the liner of you water heater is beginning to rust. They say ... | |
| salt in well water | 10/21/2008 |
| Q: We just finished drilling a well specifically for our sprinkler system, which is quite large. We ... A: Your question id part water quality and part botanical. I know that some plants tolerate salt or ... | |
| water softening thru soda ash | 10/21/2008 |
| Q: Kindly Inform me whether we can soften the water thru soda ash ?/ also if the water would be used as ... A: You are quite welcome. The chemical I mentioned in my first answer is Poly-Phosphate. It will do the ... | |
| Pressure Tank problems | 10/21/2008 |
| Q: I have a Well X Trol 250 pressure tank. Captured air type I believe. The pump goes off about every ... A: Quite simply from what you tell me you have a leak. Your pressure tank is a bladder-type can is set ... | |
| Well Water | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: The well water, where have rented for over two years, all of a sudden has a unusually strong ... A: There is an old adage in the business that says.."the solution to pollution is dilution". The only ... | |
| Whole House Water Filtration | 10/14/2008 |
| Q: Fred - what product(s) do you recommend as a whole house water filtration system? I live in the ... A: After researching the filter you mention I find it comes highly recommended with a five star rating. ... | |
| Salt water | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: Fred, I have a new home built in the summer of 07 with a new drilled well at a depth of 585feet. ... A: As I said before, contact the www.wqa.org and find a certified water specialist in your area. They ... | |
| Well Water | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: The well water, where have rented for over two years, all of a sudden has a unusually strong ... A: I have never ran in to chlorine levels as high as you describe in well water. If they are that high ... | |
| Salt water | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: Fred, I have a new home built in the summer of 07 with a new drilled well at a depth of 585feet. ... A: Wow Jason; you have a real problem here. The only real way to get rid of the salt is to use whole ... | |
| possible solutions for a salt water well? | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: We recently purchased vacation home in Oregon with 2 wells on the property. The well currently in ... A: You seem to have answered your own question. Whole house reverse osmosis is your best shot at ... | |
| Well Water | 10/11/2008 |
| Q: I just had a new well drilled and the lab tests came back with high levels of Arsenic (46 ug/L); ... A: That sounds like some serious water you have there. The manganese and turbidity are the lesser the ... | |
| silt in water tank | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: We have a filter for silt on the house-side of the water tank where the water from the well is ... A: You have a bladder tank. The pressure gauge reads 38 right now. However most are programmed to ask ... | |
| contaminated water | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: we recently failed a test conducted by the local water dept. We scrubbed out the aerator, ect. and ... A: Sorry to hear that your water failed. Has anyone advised you about "shocking" your well? Your water ... | |
| pH correction with caustic soda | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Stenner peristaltic injection pump and 15 gal. tank to correct the pH of the ... A: I did see that your PH was 5.5. That is very low. I think I would start with a feed rate of about ... | |
| silt in water tank | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: We have a filter for silt on the house-side of the water tank where the water from the well is ... A: You have a couple of questions here but before I can answer them credibly. I have to know what kind ... | |
| removing unkown detergents from a water tank | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: I am a window cleaner and use a reverse osmosis system to produce 'pure' water, to store the product ... A: It sounds like you got a great price on that tank for a reason. My best advice is to obtain a NEW ... | |
| smelly water | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: I just moved into a condo near the beach. I only have one shower in the place. When I turn the ... A: Since you live in a condo I don't imagine that you have access to the water supply. SO if the smell ... | |
| Salty tasting well water..... | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: We purchased a place in Northern Michigan in Feb 08, we were not able to test the water at this ... A: Yours sounds like an easy problem but it isn't. First, if it tastes like salt then it probably is. ... | |
| Rust staining water- Rotten Egg smell | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: We have a 15 year old private well. For some time our showers and tubs have been rust stained. Now ... A: There is a good way to tell what you have. Look in the back of your commode, the fill tank where the ... | |
| brown water after over-chlorinating | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: Read some of the other Q&A and I guess I'm glad I'm not the only one to dump 6 gallons of bleach ... A: Would it be accurate to say you have old plumbing? If so you are seeing the results of the chlorine ... | |
| water softners vs drinking water frm brita filter at home | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: When we purchase our home in Warren County Ohio there was no soft water so I purchased a water ... A: Your question is a very common one and lends itself to the lack of knowledge of the general public ... | |
| well water flow | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: I'm on well water and I've noticed that lately when I turn the hot water on it sputters and carries ... A: I think the best route for you is to have your water analyzed by a professional.Go to www.wqa.org ... | |
| Sediment removal | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: We have a new, 600' deep well with good recovery but substantial sediment. The sub.pump is at 580'. ... A: Find out what your static level is. That is how many feet toward the surface does the water rise? ... | |
| Water treatment | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: We are in the process of trying to buy a treatment system for our house. The sulfur levels are very ... A: In theory both systems are trying to accomplish oxidation. Aeration by introducing the water to air ... | |
| Sulfur of 50 ppm | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: Have you ever encountered a sulfur reading this high and if so, how was the situation corrected? We ... A: Usually the best equipment for your problem is a moving van!! If that isn't possible drilling a new ... | |
| Iron Filter using potassium Permanganate | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a house with two water softners/filters attached. One uses the potassium ... A: In your case Mark I would have a pro look at your system. It could still be good but is definitely ... | |
| Domestic well problem | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: Sir could you please answer me a question? or two? I live in a farming area in Afton Wyoming. Have a ... A: Your problem requires either a professional well driller or a professional water pump dealer. Your ... | |
| well water... | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: My home is 4 yrs old in Central NY. The original 95 ft deep pounded well is also the same and at ... A: The answer to your question is...anything is possible! If they "fracked" (fractured) the new well ... | |
| Salt/sulfur in water | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: I hope you can help. We recently bought a home in Port Charlotte, Florida. It was a short sale and ... A: The good news is you probably don't have sulfur. You most likely have an anode rod in your water ... | |
| particles in well water | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: I have lived in my home for about 10 years. I never had any problems with the well water. I had to ... A: Well Sue. The curious thing about cleaning up your water (with a new unit) is that it will clean up ... | |
| particles in well water | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: I have lived in my home for about 10 years. I never had any problems with the well water. I had to ... A: Now I can't say for sure with only the information you provide but it sounds like you are seeing the ... | |
| New Well Water is gray | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: New well depth 71'. New 8GPM pump. Strata- find sand and gravel. Water started out "cement" gray. ... A: Please let me know if the water has any "shimmer" to it. It sounds like what I call "quicksand". ... | |
| Acid Neutralizers and Water Softeners | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: Fred, I am buying a house that has a water softener installed. A water sample taken at a sink ... A: Sorry for the delay but a slight stroke put me in the hospital for a few days and I got behind. To ... | |
| Adding minerals to filtered water | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I have been reading about magnesium deficiency and the fact that most of the calcium and magnesium ... A: Sorry this took time to answer. I was in the hospital for a few days and couldn't get to a PC. Now, ... | |
| Sediment issue | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: Our well water causes some fine sediment that builds up slowly and accumulates in toilets and ... A: It sounds like you do have a problem there. If you have tried cartridges without success it could be ... | |
| water pressure tank | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: I noticed that the lower 1/4 half of our pressure tank is weton the outside of the tank. I'm ... A: Not to worry. What you are seeing is condensation. The water in your pressure tank is colder than ... | |
| personal well... | 7/4/2008 |
| Q: we are in the process of purchasing a home with a well. i'm very against my children being exposed ... A: Your problem is very close to my heart! You are about to depend on a water supply for your family ... | |
| Well water, salty taste, low gpm? | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: Fred, so glad you out there to talk to! I've been spinning my wheels this week trying to get some ... A: Your best bet is to have a Certified Water Treatment Specialist check out just how much sodium there ... | |
| Installing Sediment filter before pressure tank. | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: I read your question online and I am puzzled with the response.. For me the sediment filter reduces ... A: From what you tell me you may need a whole different approach! How much space can you devote to a ... | |
| pressure tank with sand | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: Standard bladder pressure tank. Well pump moving some sand. Seems logical tank has sand in ... A: My input would be to have a professional look at it. I don't think it is a DYI job. However,I have ... | |
| Iron Detection | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: I have been having trouble deciding how to treat my well water. pH is around 7.4-7.6. The flow rate ... A: Your question seems basic but it really isn't. There are a lot of variables that could cause the ... | |
| Installing Sediment filter before pressure tank. | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: I read your question online and I am puzzled with the response.. For me the sediment filter reduces ... A: That would sound logical however the strain on your pump trying to push the water through a clogged ... | |
| pressure tank with sand | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: Standard bladder pressure tank. Well pump moving some sand. Seems logical tank has sand in ... A: The nature of the bladder in the pressure tank is like a very thick rubber or vinyl balloon. The ... | |
| Sulphur taste in Well water | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: My question is can a sulphur taste/smell be caused by my pump in my well sucking air? - A little ... A: The simple answer is..no! Remember that the aquifer you are drawing water from is a very slow moving ... | |
| water well | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: we have a problem with salty well water. We use this water to water our garden plants and trees. ... A: I recommend that you use your water, as it is ,for the salt tolerant trees and try r/o for the ... | |
| Brown Water Problem - Well | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: Good morning Fred. I had a well installed about 2 years ago. It has not been used often as the house ... A: I really can't say what is going on with your well. It may be that you just aren't using it enough ... | |
| iron removal and winterization | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: Fred, Here is my situation... Hardness = 31ppm (not bad), pH = 6.8, but iron = 2.3ppm (very high). ... A: The solutions you state are the standard ones for sure. Birm and greensand will require a very good ... | |
| water well issue | 6/8/2008 |
| Q: I live in the country and have an old private well. I have a whole house filter, about 6 mos.old. I ... A: Usually what you describe comes from sulfur or manganese or organic iron in the water. Look in the ... | |
| Water softner | 6/8/2008 |
| Q: My name is Colin and I live in the midlands of Ireland. Our water here is quite hard. I have spent ... A: Forgive me for not getting back to you quickly. I am on vacation and will return to AE after 6/21/08 ... | |
| percentage of salt in well water | 6/5/2008 |
| Q: ..it is destroying her plants...we tried adding liquid gypsum...we will add more gypsum to the soil ... A: It depends on the amount of water you need for watering. If it is just a few gallons per day look to ... | |
| Water Softner Salt | 6/5/2008 |
| Q: Currently we are using Potassium Chloride Salt in our water softner, but the price has now gone sky ... A: Some people swear by Potassium Chloride they say it helps their conditioner remove iron better. ... | |
| well holding tank | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a family of 5 on a well. After normal consumption(2-3 loads laundry and showers,and washing ... A: I would agree with your assesment, it sounds like a low-volume-slow recovery situation. I have run ... | |
| Water hardness, smell | 5/31/2008 |
| Q: We have lived in our current house for about five years. Early last summer our well water hardness ... A: Changes in water quality in a well are relatively frequent. That is why it is recommended that you ... | |
| re-using water filters | 5/31/2008 |
| Q: I'm basically a consumer skeptic. If they say use one cup of detergent, I use a third. My clothes ... A: Recommendations for changing filters is based on what the manufacturer sees as "average" water. ... | |
| water softeners | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: "Hi I am in need of a new softener, and wondered where you find a list of manufacturers? There ... A: Sears is a reputable company for sure. Their products (last time I heard) are made by the Lindsay ... | |
| water softeners | 5/24/2008 |
| Q: "Hi I am in need of a new softener, and wondered where you find a list of manufacturers? There ... A: Hey Dan; For the very reason you state i.e. Too darn many variables! I recommend that you go to ... | |
| sulphur smell | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: We have lived in our 40 year old home for a year and a half. We have experienced a sulphur smell ... A: I have run into this problem in my experience in the field.We called it a "masked" problem. In other ... | |
| smelly well water | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: about a week ago the tap water in my central NY home started to smell funny. It is not a sulfer ... A: With the information you give me I can only offer the following. 1. 40' is a rather shallow well and ... | |
| Hi Iron and very acidic water | 5/18/2008 |
| Q: We bought our house 6 years ago and it had(still has) a Rainsoft condition system. We were told it ... A: One of Rainsoft's sales pitches is a lifetime guarantee. I have known people that took advantage of ... | |
| smelley water | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: I'm interested in purchasing a property but the water smells like rotten eggs. Will I be able to get ... A: The answer to your question is maybe. You need to know a few facts before you know for sure. 1.is ... | |
| well water treatment | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I'm installing a new water system in a new home with well water. I have water hardness of 91 ... A: When I speak of the change in the total dissolved solids reading I am primarily addressing the total ... | |
| water pressure | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: We recently replaced our pressure switch which burned out. (cause-we don't know. We repaced it ... A: You pretty well describe how one might assume a faulty bladder!You may notice that your pump runs ... | |
| Pressure Tank/Well system | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: I'm trying to understand what the problem is with my well system. I recently replaced the ... A: It sounds to me, from what you say, that you have a low volume well that is having a lot of trouble ... | |
| well water treatment | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: I'm installing a new water system in a new home with well water. I have water hardness of 91 ... A: You really have some tough water there! It requires some serious attention. Unfortunately equipment ... | |
| hot water filter | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking for a water filter that is rated for hot water, preferably 150 deg F or slightly higher. ... A: Try:Aqua-Pure AP410 Hot Water Protector Filter Cartridge or CUNO.com and you should be able to find ... | |
| Water Filtration System and Water softener | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: We are looking at replacing our existing "below the sink" water filter with a whole home filtration ... A: Your question may seem simple but there are many things that you should consider PLUS I can only go ... | |
| rust stains from well water | 5/4/2008 |
| Q: Our fairy shallow well sits in sand country near the Wisconsin River. We have never run short of ... A: Short answer? I agree! If you have had 20 years of service it has earned retirement. It is like ... | |
| PRESSURE TANK | 4/28/2008 |
| Q: FRED, WE HAVE OUR OWN WELL, THE PRESSURE TANK IS ABOUT 50 YEARS OLD, GALVANIZED, 20" DIA X 65" TALL, ... A: It is said that the larger the pressure tank the better. I agree. By the drawdown you indicate one ... | |
| Distilled vs. RO for lead acid batteries | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: Brunetti! We live off grid and power our house with 24 lead acid batteries. Each battery is a single ... A: I used to have a radio station client who used batteries which needed the highest quality water. ... | |
| Residential Water System Cleaning | 4/26/2008 |
| Q: Fred, I have a Sears Chemical Feed Pump system (originally manufacturer by Linsey--now owned by ... A: Wow you should be one grateful guy to get 35 years out of that pump.If it is clogged up with ... | |
| Selecting Water Treatment (softener & RO Unit) | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: I read one of your answers regarding selecting a water softener. We also have four people in the ... A: Hey Fred...good name! It sounds like you need to go to some manufacturers' web sites to do your ... | |
| Corrosion and water wuality | 4/17/2008 |
| Q: Brunetti I am Master Student on Sustainability Science in UNiversity of Tokyo. As I have differemt ... A: As I understand your question to be..."does the corrosion of pipes and/or the corrosion of abandoned ... | |
| Water smell | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a deep well (206') and we have a continual problem of sulfer smell with the cold water. I ... A: Sorry to hear about your problem. There are filters out there designed for removing Sulfur.Of ... | |
| Well-Rite bladder pressure tank (WR200) | 4/12/2008 |
| Q: My son thinks the bladder in our water pressure tank is broken because he can hear the water run ... A: I never heard of leaving the old tank on line so I can't really say.However it is only a problem if ... | |
| Well-Rite bladder pressure tank (WR200) | 4/11/2008 |
| Q: My son thinks the bladder in our water pressure tank is broken because he can hear the water run ... A: I have never heard of a draw down being that high! It doesn't sound like a problem. Usually pressure ... | |
| Water Quality for lawn & garden | 4/11/2008 |
| Q: Within the past year,I dug a well in Baldwin Co., AL (on Perdido Bay)for use on my lawn\garden. A ... A: First, I don't know of any standards set for salinity in water as it pertains to watering lawns. If ... | |
| new water conditioning system | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: We are in the market for a new water conditioning system. We have a well and the water has a lot of ... A: My best advice is sticking with what has served you well for almost a quarter of a century. I have ... | |
| Well-Rite bladder pressure tank (WR200) | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: My son thinks the bladder in our water pressure tank is broken because he can hear the water run ... A: The surest sign of a bladder failure with your pressure tank is it's inability to maintain pressure. ... | |
| Iron & pH issue | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to remove iron from my well water. Raw water pH is 5.0, Iron 1.0 ppm, hardness is 4.6 ... A: First thing is that PH of 5. That is really low! I am not too sure that soda ash is a strong enough ... | |
| local municipal water has an almost toxic smell | 4/1/2008 |
| Q: i was running water at my kitchen sink and i noticed a very foul smell. there were dirty dishes from ... A: You have a very serious problem and you do need immediate attention for your own safety. You can ... | |
| what water filtration system | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing a water filtration system to balance the acidity or pH levels of my ... A: If you have a lot of Ferric iron (redwater-iron) and/or Ferrous Iron (clearwater-iron) along with ... | |
| Conductivity and Water Quality | 3/29/2008 |
| Q: Does conductivity affect the quality of water? Is there a certain range that water must fall into ... A: First of all you have to understand what "conductivity" is. You see water in and of itself cannot ... | |
| whole house filters | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: My wife has become allergic to sulfur based products and the water has been having an adverse ... A: With the information you give me I cannot give you a complete answer. There are just too many ... | |
| Spring vs Distilled Water | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: I am still not sure which is healthier for drinking. I've been told distilled is too pure and takes ... A: If you have been drinking the Mineral Springs water for awhile without and problems I would think ... | |
| Colloidal Clay | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: Let me first say there is very little information on this and I had to dig fairly deep to understand ... A: You do have a BIG problem there! I have run into it often and had very limited success. The ... | |
| new softener - blue stains | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: We are on a private well. The principal water quality problem has been low pH (~6). We had a ... A: The common application is for the neutralizer to be place before the softener for two reasons. 1.If ... | |
| new softener - blue stains | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: We are on a private well. The principal water quality problem has been low pH (~6). We had a ... A: I have a few observations on your situation; 1.Your problem is very localized,just blue stains in ... | |
| pinhole leaks | 3/9/2008 |
| Q: I read your answer to a question regarding pinhole leaks in copper pipes. I've had 2 now in the 3 ... A: That's an easy one! The answer is YES. The cities do the best they can with what they have however ... | |
| holding tank | 3/8/2008 |
| Q: We are in an area where there is no city water and a well is useless. We have a 650 gallon holding ... A: I don't know how powerful your RV pump is. I do not feel that ANY recreational vehicle pump is ... | |
| Holding tank | 3/7/2008 |
| Q: My water comes from a river thru a pump,pressure tank,chlorinator , holding tank, charcoal filter ... A: Here in Ohio we recommend a fiberglass 120 gallon tank. You see holding tank isn't exactly the right ... | |
| Salt-free softeners | 3/6/2008 |
| Q: I am on well water. A recent analysis rendered the following: pH: 7.20, Iron: 1.55 ppm, Hardness: ... A: Some of the claims of the "salt-free" system I have never heard of before! I would recommend ... | |
| Marlo model ML-30D water softner | 2/28/2008 |
| Q: It is a 1988 household water softner. It has not been used for almost 15 years. I want to reactive ... A: I am not familiar with the "Marlo" you describe. I am also not familiar with any of the ... | |
| Bacteria | 2/28/2008 |
| Q: I purchased a home in 2006 I had the water tested and it passed right way there was a problem. The ... A: You certainly have my sympathy. However, in order to give you any advise I will need some more ... | |
| Ice and water odor | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: We own a Whirlpool fridge with a built in water filter which i replaced last week. we changed the ... A: Having your water tested by a certified water treatment specialist usually is a no cost thing. You ... | |
| reverse osmosis filter | 2/25/2008 |
| Q: I purchased a reverse osmosis under sink filter laster Oct and have been quite ill since then. Do ... A: Love the way you spell your name! Thanks for asking. All I can tell you is what I believe. I am not ... | |
| Copper pipe pin hole leaks | 2/23/2008 |
| Q: I am educating myself on copper pipe pin hole leaks. I have an 11 year old home in Sedona, AZ. I ... A: George; Usually when I ran into problems like yours I would suggest a neutralizing filter to raise ... | |
| well water treatment | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: I recently had my well water tested. The hardness was 4 grains. Do I really need a water softener ... A: Short answer to the hardness is that it isn't too bad. If that were your only problem I would say ... | |
| Ice and water odor | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: We own a Whirlpool fridge with a built in water filter which i replaced last week. we changed the ... A: However, in order to help you can you tell me if you are on a municipal water supply or a well or ... | |
| WATER FILTER FRIGIDAIRE WFCB | 2/13/2008 |
| Q: ELLO, WE HAVE A WHOLE BLDG WATER FILTER AP801 AQUA PURE, IT DOES A GOOD JOB WITH SEDIMENT FROM OLD ... A: You know, just about any decent plain paper filter will do wonders on sediment. If you are using ... | |
| well water quality/filtration/pressure tank | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: It's a few questions Fred. Background/problems: Older home on hillside, home approximately 20 feet ... A: With 5.8Ph you should consider a chemical feed system utilizing a proportional feed pump, solution ... | |
| black deposits | 1/5/2008 |
| Q: I recently noticed black deposits inside of my 2 toilet bowels and a bathtub. The tub also has some ... A: That black stuff could be a few things.Some guesses are 1. oxidized sulfur,manganese, or iron. If it ... | |
| effervesence + sulfur odor | 1/4/2008 |
| Q: We recently did a bathroom remodel and installed 2 new Moen faucets. Since then there has been ... A: Hmmmm very interesting problem you have there. For starters whenever I have a problem isolated to ... | |
| Black well water | 1/4/2008 |
| Q: Good Morning. I have a well, with a pump, pressure tank, and water softening system. This morning ... A: When anything settles to the bottom it is a "suspended" solid not a dissolved one. Sounds like an ... | |
| saltless softeners | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: I am interested in the saltless softeners. I have not had my water tested yet, but my house is 35 ... A: Please have your TDS (total dissolved solids or mineral salts)checked. If it is over 250ppm then ... | |
| saltless softeners | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: I am interested in the saltless softeners. I have not had my water tested yet, but my house is 35 ... A: #1 99.9% of your water is going to perform a function and then go down the drain. The sodium content ... | |
| sulfur smell from well | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: Fred I've been reading your answers from other inquires posted great information. I would like to ... A: I am sorry you couldn't find a specialist in your area via the WQA. If you would like a DYI set of ... | |
| Water Well Treating | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: I am chlorinating well water to remove Iron and Tannins. The Iron level is 2.0 PPM and Tannins .6 ... A: You might want to increase the soda ash or switch to caustic soda which is a little stronger ... | |
| Water Well Treating | 12/31/2007 |
| Q: I am chlorinating well water to remove Iron and Tannins. The Iron level is 2.0 PPM and Tannins .6 ... A: Thank you also for what looks like enough input for me to give you an opinion. So many inquirers ... | |
| sulfur smell from well | 12/30/2007 |
| Q: Fred I've been reading your answers from other inquires posted great information. I would like to ... A: Given the information you submit I would advise two things. 1.Contact your local health department ... | |
| cloudy yellow water | 12/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a problem. I have a well with a bladder tank. I have thought the water tasted funny (like ... A: Without actually testing your water there is no way for me to say anything for certain.You need to ... | |
| green water | 12/21/2007 |
| Q: We live in a new home (2 years new) and have Culligan soft water throughout our house. Our water is ... A: I cannot be precise without testing your water. However bluish green in the water usually indicates ... | |
| silt in water | 12/20/2007 |
| Q: I have a drilled well that is about 2 yaers old.For the entire two years i have had to change the ... A: Sounds like you need help from a certified water treatment person. Most well drillers do not ... | |
| over 1200 ppm | 12/14/2007 |
| Q: My parents have well water. They currently have a softener but the water is rated as "over 1200 ... A: My computer crashed and when it came back I couldn't get access to the internet.It is better now. ... | |
| Dirty water from RO Tank | 12/9/2007 |
| Q: I use an under counter carbon filter system in my kitchen. I use an Everpure H54 filter. The water ... A: Hey Anthony you ol" night owl. I think the floaties are metal flakes from your metallic RO tank. ... | |
| Dirty water from RO Tank | 12/8/2007 |
| Q: I use an under counter carbon filter system in my kitchen. I use an Everpure H54 filter. The water ... A: I think your guess is right about the pressure tank.If you are getting black floaties it could be ... | |
| Sulphur smell water well and tankless water heater | 12/6/2007 |
| Q: Fred, My wife and I are new to the "Country Living" and water wells. We had two wells put in. They ... A: I thought I answered you already but something must have went awry. Anyway,your best bet is to have ... | |
| water | 12/1/2007 |
| Q: i live in brewster ny...I just bought the house about a year ago...my hot water is nice and clear. ... A: Without an onsite evaluation of your water I cannot be too accurate. It sounds like you have ferric ... | |
| losing pressure on my gauge | 11/30/2007 |
| Q: 1 man says my well is fine-but i keep losing pressure --he says theres a leak-i have a crawl space ... A: Sorry about your problem but thanks for asking.It would seem to me that if your pressure drops from ... | |
| Sediment in well water | 11/27/2007 |
| Q: Fred, I'm curious what might suddenly cause sediment to appear in our well water. We have issues ... A: I might be able to shed a little light on this or at least give you direction as to what kind of ... | |
| well pressure tank | 11/26/2007 |
| Q: . I have a 2 inch well with a pressure tank. The pump turns on at 25 PSI and off at 45 PSI. The pump ... A: Before I could help you with your problem I would have to know what type and size pressure tank you ... | |
| laundry smells after heated in dryer | 11/26/2007 |
| Q: I have been dealing with this strange smell for years. Cold water smells fine. Hot water smells ... A: I talked to a pretty dependable laundry expert,my wife. She wonders is there might be something in ... | |
| laundry smells after heated in dryer | 11/25/2007 |
| Q: I have been dealing with this strange smell for years. Cold water smells fine. Hot water smells ... A: The water system you describe sounds like a good one.Before I can answer can you answer the ... | |
| Rotten Egg Smell in Water | 11/25/2007 |
| Q: We have well water and have had no problems with odor until about 3 yrs. ago when we replaced the ... A: You have my sympathy with your water problem. It is difficult for me to say if you chlorinated your ... | |
| Hard Water | 11/24/2007 |
| Q: We have a significant hard water problem at our house (18ppg). Our water is provided through a ... A: Yes your water is significantly hard but not a particularly difficult problem. If you estimate a per ... | |
| OVER CHLORINATED MY WELL | 11/22/2007 |
| Q: Fred, I had a home inspection for the sale of my home. I over Chlorinated the well with 6 gallons ... A: You certainly did over chlorinate. In the industry they say to problems of contamination "The ... | |
| high hardness, iron, and sulfates | 11/14/2007 |
| Q: I am building a new house out in the country. In order to find water, the well driller ended up down ... A: I am sorry you are in such a predicament.The short answer is not really. There are chemical feed ... | |
| Change in water color after hard rain | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: Our well water was clear with some deposits sulfur colored stains in the toilet tanks. Recently, we ... A: I am sorry but I cannot advise you fully with the information you provide. However I would hazard a ... | |
| well water | 11/9/2007 |
| Q: Fred, I have well water and am curious about the quality of it. The local health dept. tested it ... A: The short answer is..NO. No more than there are self diagnosing tests for most medical problems. ... | |
| Hard and red water | 11/8/2007 |
| Q: I have a drilled well and have been having problems of rust in water. We first noticed the problem ... A: It certainly sounds like you have an organic or bacterial iron problem there.It also sounds like you ... | |
| well water/copper pipe problems | 11/5/2007 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old house with well water. I found 2 small pinhole leaks in my copper plumbing. ... A: I hope I can help. Every time I have seen plumbing in the condition you describe there was a sulfur ... | |
| water systems | 11/3/2007 |
| Q: I have been quoated $5000 for a water system from a local well co. My pH is 7.7, Hardness 5 gpg, ... A: Let me try to give you a little help. I can't be exact but I should be close. 1. The iron and the ... | |
| Best system for removal of Ferrous Iron | 11/3/2007 |
| Q: We bought our house a few months ago and are pretty disappointed with the water quality. We had ... A: Some twin tank conditioners do a better job on iron than others. They have to do two things 1. ... | |
| Home well problems | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: Help! We have lived in our home 11 years and just bought our 5th hot water heater. We had our ... A: WOWZERS !! You have horrible water! There are situations such as yours where there is no practical, ... | |
| Pinhole leaks | 10/29/2007 |
| Q: Brunetti, I am a newly elected board member to our HOA. A HOA member has requested information ... A: It would seem that a responsible HOA board would opt for certified water tests on a regular basis ... | |
| lowering ph | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: can i safely mix citric acid and chlorine in the same solution tank, (cut with water). i am trying ... A: I am not aware of any problem with mixing citric acid with chlorine in your solution tank. There may ... | |
| Sulphur - Community well | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: I am writing to seek your help in troubleshooting a problem we are having in our rural residential ... A: I am not an expert on municipal water treatment. However common sense would suggest that the water ... | |
| high sodium | 10/12/2007 |
| Q: 10-yr old house well 460' to Dakota aquifer produces variable water. Example:(in mg/L) calcium 10, ... A: After studying your numbers, my best advice is to listen to the extension agent. Some water problems ... | |
| My tea just does not taste the same.. | 10/10/2007 |
| Q: We moved into an 1914 craftsman bungelow last year. It has had a lot of renovations etc but we were ... A: The simple answer is ferrous iron. Iron affects the taste of coffee and tea. So do hardness ... | |
| Water Conditioner Insight & Recommendation Please | 10/10/2007 |
| Q: Read a few of your past answers and was totally confused by being directed to the nsf and wqa ... A: Sorry you are confused with the sites I recommend. Most people's feedback is that they are very ... | |
| Sulphur in well water | 9/14/2007 |
| Q: We built our home 3 years ago and have had no problem with the water until a month ago. We now are ... A: It doesn't sound like a sulfur problem to me but rather an anode rod problem in your water ... | |
| Green Water Stains | 9/13/2007 |
| Q: We use a spring located 2,500 feet from our house that has been in use for over 100 years. The ... A: The easy answer is: the green indicates copper staining, the film is probably the lime or hardness ... | |
| Smelly Water (progressive) | 9/11/2007 |
| Q: We are on a well and about 1 1/2 years ago we needed a new ???? I'll call it a pressure tank. The ... A: I wish I could tell you more but I simply can't with the information you submit. It is more ... | |
| Water Treatment | 9/8/2007 |
| Q: Brunetti, I have a 1.5 bath home with 2 people residing. I have hard water (17 last testing), .8 ... A: Sorry for the delay but I have been trying to get a new Internet service for almost a month now. We ... | |
| Boiling Water | 9/5/2007 |
| Q: I'm Usman. I've a question regarding cleaning of water for drinking purposes by boiling. The water ... A: It is an important one. Boiling water will merely kill any living things in it if it is boiled long ... | |
| Whole House water filtration and soft water systems | 9/3/2007 |
| Q: We have just finished building our new home and have plumbed for a whole house filtration system. We ... A: It sounds like your major problem is going to be flow rates with all those water using fixtures. I ... | |
| odd smell in water | 8/29/2007 |
| Q: I have a water softener which usually works great and removes iron from the water and softens it. ... A: First let me apologize for the delay. I switched to the internet service from hell! Seriously I have ... | |
| Reverse Osmosis | 8/27/2007 |
| Q: We are getting a residential reverse osmosis system. I understand that a special faucet is needed ... A: Wow Jan, what a question. Thanks. Reverse Osmosis, or R/O,is more aggressive than most city waters ... | |
| sulfur taste/smell in well water | 8/27/2007 |
| Q: can bathing/showering or cooking with sulfur content in water cause any health problems(i.e)kidney ... A: Some people could have some adverse reactions to the sulfur in your water. Especially if there are ... | |
| sulpher in well water | 8/27/2007 |
| Q: I recently moved into a home and the sulpher smell seemas to be getting worse. Is there anything I ... A: The short answer is yes there are solutions and depending of the amount of sulfur you have it could ... | |
| High sulfur level | 8/26/2007 |
| Q: I'm looking for the best option to eliminate my sulfur problem. Test results below. -Sulfur 11.9 ... A: Your sulfur reading is very high however your PH and TDS levels help in the effectiveness of ... | |
| sulphur water | 8/25/2007 |
| Q: I have a well with sulphur water and was recently told that was the reason for the drying tubing in ... A: Sulphur is one of the most corrosive elements in water and yes it can cause the type of problems you ... | |
| WATER ODOR | 8/23/2007 |
| Q: We moved into our home about a year ago. We get our water from a private well. I cannot smell any ... A: It sounds like you may have a little benign nuisance bacteria in your well. That would explain why ... | |
| pressure tanks | 8/21/2007 |
| Q: Fred after i last wrote i did change pressure tank in pumphouse to newer bladder style. I still ... A: Sorry you are having trouble but thanks for asking again. Putting 2 pressure tanks in line will not ... | |
| Leaking holding tank | 8/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 80 gallon holding tank. I noticed that there was a small puddle around it on the floor. I ... A: It sounds like you are new to well water. Is that right? If so let me explain a little. Most likely ... | |
| excess sodium in well water | 8/19/2007 |
| Q: A recent sodium and bacteria analysis of our well water indicated that our sodium level is three ... A: Sorry about the delay but I switched to DSL and it took them all this time to set me up. Actually ... | |
| Cold Water Smell/Water Well | 8/14/2007 |
| Q: We have an old city water well on our property that was turned over to us when we built in 1983. ... A: With the information you give me it is almost impossible to give you a precise answer. That being ... | |
| Water! | 8/11/2007 |
| Q: When I go to my parent's farm, their dug well water makes my hair very soft and silky when I use it ... A: Simply put your parents have soft water more than likely and your city water must be hard! You ... | |
| bacteria in well | 8/9/2007 |
| Q: I hope you can shed some light on this situation. I have a shallow well. There is a sulfur like ... A: However I think the best thing for you to do is to have your water analyzed and tested for bacteria ... | |
| Well is clear, tap is not | 8/8/2007 |
| Q: My well is only 20' deep, it has been used for over 50 years. Last year I replaced all plumbing with ... A: No I don't think it is your bladder tank. It sounds more like an organic or bacterial problem. ... | |
| hard/rusty water | 8/6/2007 |
| Q: We are building a new house, and are discussing the well and water treatment with the builder. We ... A: Your builder says the iron level is 2. That is 2 parts per million of ferrous iron.It only takes .3 ... | |
| Murky Well Water | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: We have lived in our home for 14 years with no problems with our water quality that I know of. We ... A: Your situation is all too common in developing areas like yours. All that construction can have an ... | |
| well water filter | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: my well is 2 yrs old and the water has iron,sulfur and mn, hardness 262mg/L,solids 347. I had the 3 ... A: Your water is 15.4 grains hard. That is considered very hard water. Your solids (TDS) are slightly ... | |
| Soft Water Systems | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: I have been researching residential soft water systems. I would like to know if you have heard of ... A: I have addressed "magic" systems before if you research my answers. I am not familiar with the ... | |
| LifeSource Water | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: Are you familiar with Lifesource Water? I have a traditional water softener system, but I have been ... A: My best advice is to stay away from any "wonder" product until you can verify its performance via ... | |
| residential water treatment | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: Brunetti, I am considering buying a POU system for my house but I am having a dilemma over whether I ... A: I assume you are considering treating your water for drinking. First you should know whether your ... | |
| old pressure tanks | 6/29/2007 |
| Q: I have a older pressure tank that air can be added to and am wondering how much air it is suppose ... A: I am not too sure about that one John. I was always told to drain the tank completely and then if ... | |
| water pump and holding tank | 6/29/2007 |
| Q: We are in the process of selling a seasonal camp on a local lake. Water for the kitchen/bathroom ... A: Sizing a delivery system for your use requires an evaluation of one's needs. You don't say how big ... | |
| water conditioner | 6/26/2007 |
| Q: I am planning to install a tankless water heater (Noritz). The manufacturers of thankless water ... A: The best answer is to follow Noritz direction. However for drinking you have a couple of choices. ... | |
| Water Faucet Pressure | 6/26/2007 |
| Q: Fred, Hope you can help. 5 Yr old house w/ well, water tank in basement, no leaks. I turn on a ... A: Yes that is how the pressure tank works.The 20 seconds of running is what is called the 'draw-down'. ... | |
| bladdertank | 6/25/2007 |
| Q: i have a well trol wx-203 bladder tank it is about 17 years old i do not know how much h2o it holds ... A: You don't say why you drained the tank. If it is because your pump was coming on every time the ... | |
| distilled & steam distilled. | 6/24/2007 |
| Q: Do you know why some stores sell "distilled water" and "steamed distilled water" if it's the same ... A: The simplest answer is Marketing! Whether you heat the water with gas burners , electric coils or ... | |
| pressure tank | 6/24/2007 |
| Q: We just replaced our well pump. We were told that the tank could be the reason that our well went ... A: It sounds like the bladder in your pressure tank may have ruptured. The bladder-type tanks like ... | |
| Water contamination | 6/23/2007 |
| Q: I have a 77' deep well. My well water developed a pond-like smell. I had it tested and it was ... A: It sounds like you may have a break between the house and the well.It could be sucking in some ... | |
| Copper pipes in home failing | 6/21/2007 |
| Q: Sir, Around 3 months ago I noticed water seeping from the foundation of my home. I started ... A: It is impossible for me to blame the softener with the information you give. I would need a good ... | |
| pressure tank issues | 6/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2 bedroom home with two barns with three outside hydrants. Use is variable but about 40-50 ... A: The short answer is that it isn't you! Check how deep in the well your pump is set. Too close to the ... | |
| RO (de-mineralizing) Bad?? | 6/20/2007 |
| Q: Fred, I have read a couple of the answers you have posted and they have been very helpful ... A: Brett The short answer is I think your friends are right.I question the source of your article it ... | |
| distilled water versus spring water | 6/20/2007 |
| Q: I have two homeopathic/ organic foods minded friends who differ on whether distilled water or spring ... A: What kind of springwater? How does it test out? Spring water is not a definition of water quality! ... | |
| Michigan well water is green but clear | 6/18/2007 |
| Q: ..and thank you for your suggestions. My husband and I just moved to our new built house in the ... A: Your problem is not too difficult or expensive to fix judging from what you have told me.It is great ... | |
| Stinky, rusty well water | 6/17/2007 |
| Q: We bought our house last year. It is 15 years old. The disclaimer mentioned that our well water was ... A: It sound like that dug well is affected by surface water feed. It should be checked for bacteria ... | |
| salt water in well | 6/17/2007 |
| Q: we had a well drilled almost 2 years ago, it is so salty you canot drink it. My well is 420 feet ... A: Unfortunately the well driller is really only responsible for the hole in the ground! Sometimes they ... | |
| Sulphur smell... | 6/17/2007 |
| Q: I have seen some answers previously about sulphur smells, and I have done some research on whole ... A: How well a system works depends on the type and amount of sulfur you have.For minimal problems ... | |
| galvanized pressure tank | 6/17/2007 |
| Q: We have an old galvanized pressure tank on our well system. The pump goes on and off too frequently ... A: Yes, you have to drain the pressure tank. Then you can inject air through the tire valve looking ... | |
| Well Water problem | 6/16/2007 |
| Q: Within the past twelve months, I have had a new well put in at my home. I have noticed a metallic ... A: Your water is VERY hard and the iron is low. However if the iron is organic it could clog pipes and ... | |
| Bladder Tank for a well | 6/16/2007 |
| Q: We have a well that is quite a few years old. but when it turns on we have full pressure, then as ... A: The short answer to your question is yes.It sounds like the bladder has failed and the only solution ... | |
| Well Water | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: I've recently relocated to the PA area and moved into our new home. We are well water and the ... A: Evidently you had municipal water before, paid a water utility bill and that was that. Well now YOU ... | |
| Water holding tank | 6/13/2007 |
| Q: I have a holding tank that has pressure of about 30-40. I have pipes attached to that with some ... A: l What you describe I interpreted as a by-pass because usually the control valves are red or blue. ... | |
| Sulphur Smell-Well Water | 6/12/2007 |
| Q: Fred, I moved into my new house about 2 months ago and I am experiencing a problem with my well ... A: Removing the mag rod or anode from your water heater usually nullifies the guarantee on your heater. ... | |
| Killing Bacteria in Well Water by lowering PH | 6/11/2007 |
| Q: I have a 400' well w/80' casing and there are caves & limestone below. I have plenty of yield, but ... A: You do have a problem! I know there is a correlation between PH and the effectiveness of chlorine. ... | |
| Sulphur Smell-Well Water | 6/11/2007 |
| Q: Fred, I moved into my new house about 2 months ago and I am experiencing a problem with my well ... A: You mention a "smell tank", never heard of that. It sounds like you may have a sulfur problem or ... | |
| Type of solution to use | 6/10/2007 |
| Q: What is better to use salt or potassium in your water softner? What are the pros and cons. A: That is a good question,thanks. Salt and potassium are both called regenerants. They help regenerate ... | |
| well pressure tank and whole house filter | 6/10/2007 |
| Q: We have a cabin in the mountains and would like to put in a whole house filter to take out sediment. ... A: Anything you put on the water line will reduce pressure a tad.Probably depending on how often you ... | |
| New (to me) RO system installed | 6/8/2007 |
| Q: I have just installed an under-sink 5-stage RO system, not new. I also bought a TDS meter and ... A: It woulod be best to calibrate your meter so that you can depend on the readings.A poor tool is ... | |
| salt pool killing lawn | 6/7/2007 |
| Q: I have a pool that uses salt instead of chlorine. Really it does use chlorine. A device breaks the ... A: Hey Mike; Thanks for asking. The short answer is a water treatment industry's old saying:"The ... | |
| over use of pump/holding tank question | 6/7/2007 |
| Q: We share a well with our neighbors, since we put the well in, the people that we shared the expense ... A: Sorry you are having problems. Your action does seem a little drastic. However the fact that you ... | |
| Strange Water Smell after Rain | 6/5/2007 |
| Q: I have many problems with my well water, sediment and taste mainly, not to mention the almost algae ... A: Short answer is that your well-seal could have lost its integrity and is letting surface water ... | |
| air in well water | 6/5/2007 |
| Q: Does every submersible pump have a check valve? If so where is it located and does it have to be ... A: (that is my daughter's name too) Thanks for your question. The statement "..the air seems so much ... | |
| Water Well Chemical Analysis | 6/4/2007 |
| Q: I have built a small house at a remote location in Texas. I drilled a water well and the water ... A: With the test results you give,anything other than R/O will leave you with headaches in your ... | |
| OLDER WATER SOFTNER | 6/3/2007 |
| Q: The unit I have came with the house. It is on the outside of the house no where near the hot water ... A: You do have an older model of the Fleck series. That may be why the people you contacted mentioned ... | |
| Water Well Chemical Analysis | 6/1/2007 |
| Q: I have built a small house at a remote location in Texas. I drilled a water well and the water ... A: The water you describe is pretty rough. With the TDS and Sodium content there is no way I would use ... | |
| well water problems | 6/1/2007 |
| Q: we have a deep ( ot point) well. We have lived there 7 years, when we first moved in, we called the ... A: It seems to me that you have the possibility of at least two problems. 1. your units may have worn ... | |
| Gray/Black film developing in toilets | 5/29/2007 |
| Q: I have a softener and chlorinating system on my well for my home. I've noticed a grayish black film ... A: From what you tell me, it sounds like you need to have your chlorination system serviced. What you ... | |
| Well water - High Salt Content | 5/28/2007 |
| Q: I have a small farm on Johns Island,SC. Last year I had a new well drilled to supply the pond used ... A: It sounds like your drop in water levels from the drought has allowed brine invasion into your well. ... | |
| Drastic Change in Water Quality | 5/28/2007 |
| Q: I’d like to get your input on what you think I should do about my water and what may have happened ... A: You have a very serious problem which may be uneconomical to treat. Especially with the amount of ... | |
| water filter and water pressure | 5/26/2007 |
| Q: We get our water from a community well (Western NC). I just replaced the filters in our 2 stage OMNI ... A: I am not familiar with the filter for the 2nd unit, it is probably a suspended solids / Carbon ... | |
| holding tank | 5/25/2007 |
| Q: Are there a certain way you have to set the tank such as so much air to keep the pressure in the ... A: Your problem, from what you describe, is probably a well problem not a pressure tank problem. You ... | |
| No Salt Water Softener | 5/25/2007 |
| Q: I am interested in getting some kind of filtration system for my home that would soften the water or ... A: Personally I have never heard of h2o concept 2000. It sounds something-like the "magical ... | |
| colloidal clay | 5/18/2007 |
| Q: You have asked me how deep is the pump set up - according to my drilling company it's 280' (my well ... A: The pump depth sound very close to the bottom of the well and you could be causing a roiling effect ... | |
| Why not install filter before well pressure tank? | 5/10/2007 |
| Q: I want to install a whole house water filter to reduce the sediment in my water. I have a well. ... A: I hope this helps. Normally sediment filters are put in line after the pressure tank not ... | |
| Rusty Water | 5/8/2007 |
| Q: I live in the midlands of South Carolina. I have a private well and septic tank. When I purchased ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering I have been under the weather these past few days. The only advice ... | |
| Looking for a point-of-use filter for the WATER GOING TO MY TOILETS. | 4/24/2007 |
| Q: for some reason, the water coming into my house is messing w/my toilet tanks & bowls. A ... A: There is only so much I can tell you without knowing more of your water problem. First, if you do ... | |
| pressure tank problem | 4/24/2007 |
| Q: My water pump seems to be cycling too much. It goes on & off four times just to refill my toilet ... A: If your bladder is bad there is no way to replace it that I am aware of.It really sounds like a ... | |
| pressure tank problem | 4/23/2007 |
| Q: My water pump seems to be cycling too much. It goes on & off four times just to refill my toilet ... A: Your problem sounds like a bad pressure tank. You do not say what kind of pressure tank you have. ... | |
| ONGOING WATER PRESSURE PROBLEMS, ETC. | 4/22/2007 |
| Q: Fred, We have an 1850 Farmhouse in southwest Berkshire County Mass., last Mondays Nor easter hit ... A: I don't know how much I can help but I will share with you my concerns and you can take it from ... | |
| In what order should I install the water filters, softner and pressure tank? | 4/22/2007 |
| Q: My home is on a well and I currently have a pressure tank to large cartridge water filter to a metal ... A: My question to you after explaining what is on your water now is...why? I cannot know what your ... | |
| Lack of water/pressure | 4/19/2007 |
| Q: I have a bladder type pressure tank. Scenario: No water to house, pump not on. When I open the ... A: It sounds like you need a well man or plumber. The running out part sounds like a low volume slow ... | |
| treating iron in water | 4/19/2007 |
| Q: I have a well and the water has been tested by our state ag dept. with results as such: Element: ... A: On the surface, not considering the other parameters of your water,one could say your water is ... | |
| household water softening | 4/18/2007 |
| Q: My wife is asking about a water softener after seeing deposits forming in our dishwasher and washing ... A: Both the Water Quality Association and the National Sanitation Foundation test and certify ... | |
| h2o concept 2000 water treatment system | 4/17/2007 |
| Q: I attended the Home and Patio show in Tucson on 4/13/2007. I talked to a sales rep for the above ... A: Personally I have never heard of h2o concept 2000. It sounds something-like the "magical ... | |
| odd smell from water | 4/14/2007 |
| Q: I have an odd smell in the house that seems to be coming from the bathrooms. It's not sulphur, and ... A: It seems to me from your description that your best bet is to have your drains checked. If it were ... | |
| Well water | 4/11/2007 |
| Q: My water turns my white clothes and tub brown, it also smells bad. I have galvanized casing. What ... A: Your problem could be anything from a water quality problem to a casing problem. The only way to be ... | |
| black sulphur water | 4/9/2007 |
| Q: i have gone through many appliances in just a few short years,My question is how can i protect the ... A: The simplistic answer to your problem is simply get rid of the sulfur! However that depends on the ... | |
| RO water tastes salty after rain | 4/6/2007 |
| Q: We have a well with a whole house softener and also RO for drinking water and ice maker. After ... A: (love that name) Thanks for your question. Wow that's a lot of rain!! With that much rain most ... | |
| Refrigerator Water Filter | 4/4/2007 |
| Q: We have a water filter on our new frige (in the house we rent). However, I'm still buying bottled ... A: If you just bought this refrigerator go to the merchant and tell them of your problem. They may need ... | |
| well water quality | 3/31/2007 |
| Q: getting a slimey jello like substance in toilet tanks,found a leak in water line and had the same ... A: It sounds like you have a bacterial invasion. Not necessarily the pathogenic variety. More like a ... | |
| hot water oder | 3/29/2007 |
| Q: I have an oder in my hot water after changing the hot water heater. I have well water, should I have ... A: Your problem sounds like the proverbial "Mag-rod" problem. It usually happens with new water heaters ... | |
| service of RO system | 3/26/2007 |
| Q: My former husband took care of servicing the Reverse Osmosis (RO) system in my home. I am needing to ... A: The best I can do for you is offer a little advice. It is impossible for me to know the ... | |
| Sulphur smell and tankless hot water heaters | 3/20/2007 |
| Q: We have a weekend home in upstate NY with a 500 ft well. Would like to install a tankless hot water ... A: I hope I can help. IF you added bleach to you 40gl water heater because of an awful odor in the hot ... | |
| treatment gone awry? | 3/19/2007 |
| Q: We built a new home last year. The well was dug in September of '06. When we moved in in December ... A: What you are describing is usually "Iron-Reducing Bacteria). It can influence a bacteria test. It ... | |
| hard water | 3/19/2007 |
| Q: We have extremely hard water here in Central Texas. What is the best (and least expensive) way to ... A: Outside of whole house reverse osmosis (very expensive) I am not aware of any viable alternatives. ... | |
| well presser tank | 3/10/2007 |
| Q: My Father has a well up north on his cabin the tank just wont hold air or pressure I,am sure it is ... A: I think that once the bladder in a pressure tank goes there is nothing else to do but replace it. If ... | |
| new house purchase jitters | 2/24/2007 |
| Q: We are in the process of possibly purchasing a house with the following issues: 3000 sq foot home ... A: In my opinion you have a problem here.To answer one part of your question, NO the flow rate does not ... | |
| rotten well water | 2/8/2007 |
| Q: i have a home that is only three years old with a septic system on it.i could not stand the smell of ... A: I am sorry you are having problems. The problem you describe really isn't a DIY project. I have had ... | |
| Sediment removal micron level | 2/6/2007 |
| Q: We use a whole house filtering system with a carbon drop in filter. It is referred to as a sediment ... A: The finer filter is the smaller number. The nominal 2 micron ia finer than a 5 micron. Therefore it ... | |
| home water filtration | 2/3/2007 |
| Q: 00 seems like a lot of money to spend if we dont need to. The advantages that were gone over were ... A: Wow, that is some question. It sounds to me like you have been a little glitzed with more of a sales ... | |
| Does reboiling cause the water to harden? | 1/24/2007 |
| Q: I heard from friends that reboiling water that has cooled causes hardening and thereby less easily ... A: The simple answer to the 'is it true' question is no it is not true. The reason to boil water for ... | |
| Ice has strange taste | 1/16/2007 |
| Q: We live in the country and have a well, over 100 ft. deep. The water from it tastes excellent and ... A: From what you share and the process of elimination I would have to agree with the ice-maker. If ... | |
| new well installed | 1/13/2007 |
| Q: This past summer we built a house in the country here in northern Indiana. We have well water, we ... A: There is an old saying.."First things first!". The best first thing for you to do is to have your ... | |
| well tank | 1/12/2007 |
| Q: what i think happened is the switch didn't kick on, the water drained from the tank, causing air in ... A: Maybe you should check your well. How deep is it? How much casing is there? How far down is the pump ... | |
| well tank | 1/11/2007 |
| Q: i have a bladder type tank,and lately there has been alot of air in the water pipes. how can i tell ... A: Is this your first experience with a pressure tank? Here is a very brief course in pressure tanks. ... | |
| sulpher smell in water | 1/10/2007 |
| Q: ---This may be a duplicate of the e-mail I sent already. If so I apologize. In looking for an ... A: Hmmmm. Where does the water for the on the door dispenser come from? Does it happen to be taken off ... | |
| Well water | 1/6/2007 |
| Q: In answer to your questions, our water heater is about 7 years old and I had a bacteria test done 2 ... A: Your problem is probably not the water heater. Usually water heater magnesium anode rod problems are ... | |
| Well water | 1/5/2007 |
| Q: I have been reading some of the other answers you have been providing and trying to make an educated ... A: Your well is very shallow for sure but what a great flow rate! Can you tell me how old your water ... | |
| Extremely fine clay in water | 12/29/2006 |
| Q: I am try ing to determine what I need to do to my current water system to eliminate extremely fine ... A: The problem you have is called colloidal clay and is one of the toughest problems to solve. You may ... | |
| pipe corrosion | 12/29/2006 |
| Q: Fred, Three years ago we built a house with a private well. About six weeks after we moved in we ... A: Your problem brings up a few questions. I understand the copper staining thing and why, after RO, ... | |
| High PH/Grey Smelly Water | 12/28/2006 |
| Q: We have had a time with trying to find a solution for fixing our water problem. This is a new house ... A: You certainly have your hands full with the problems you describe. You are going to have to make the ... | |
| Hot water oder | 12/22/2006 |
| Q: The past 6 months my hot water has an odor to it. I have a 30 gal gas hot water tank about 3 years ... A: Usually but not always the smell in your hot water is from the magnesium anode rod in your water ... | |
| Sulfur in water | 11/26/2006 |
| Q: Fred: About 8 months ago I had a water neutralizing system and a radon reduction system installed ... A: All I can offer from the information you give me is this. 1. Water with even a little sulfur can ... | |
| yellow well water | 11/22/2006 |
| Q: When I got up this morning I noticed my cold water was slightly yellow? What can this be? A: You are probably seeing Ferric Iron. However it could be other things too so get your water tested. ... | |
| pressure pump in my home dropping pressure | 11/22/2006 |
| Q: i have a wellxtrol pressure tank in my home, also a sears water softener. i can constantly hear ... A: Happy Thanksgiving. You do need help there. Best to go to WQA.org and find a Certified Water ... | |
| Water filter arrangment | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: I live in an area with extremely hard water. The previous owner of my house installed a ... A: You don't share just how hard your water is or any water test info so I can only offer this. 1 the ... | |
| Well Water vs. City Water | 11/4/2006 |
| Q: Recently, I bought a house that has well water. The system is very old and needs updating. To my ... A: Yes I have heard some horror stories about families using "end of the line" municipal water. It ... | |
| smelly hot water | 11/1/2006 |
| Q: Review your other answers and have 2 qustions. How do you chlornate the whole line? Our junk in the ... A: Wish I could help but you don't say what you water source is. That is important to know before I can ... | |
| carbonated well water | 10/31/2006 |
| Q: Fred, I have "fizzy" water. Air does not precede the water when we turn on the faucet, it is IN the ... A: There are many ways to put the fizz in your water. It is best to have a WQA Certified water tretment ... | |
| Water Companies | 10/27/2006 |
| Q: #1 I called the City of Ventura Water Dept and they said that it is 35 grains per gallon. #2 The ... A: Sorry this is taking some time but getting married can interrupt your schedule a bit ! Anyway, your ... | |
| high PH in well water / sulpher smell | 10/25/2006 |
| Q: my follow up is this, (citric acid). the vinager solution is 5%, would the same % of citric acid be ... A: It seems to me that citric acid solutions can be at higher levels than 5%. I know you are mixing ... | |
| sulphur smell esp. in hot water | 10/24/2006 |
| Q: Fred: thanks for your suggestion. We found a water specialist; no problem with the water system. ... A: Your guy told you true. The anode rod,or mag rod, is often removed from water heaters.The anode rod ... | |
| high PH in well water / sulpher smell | 10/24/2006 |
| Q: I had my water tested and found out I had a very hi PH around 12 to 13 , the water guy said 7.8 is ... A: Yep, the PH could have been "masking" the sulfur problem. Your choices for reducing the PH are ... | |
| House Pressure and HWT | 10/23/2006 |
| Q: To answer your questions: 1. What is your source of water? Well, municipal supply or other? It's ... A: That was fast. OK couple of things; 1. If the water is heavily chlorinated,bromiated or they are ... | |
| House Pressure and HWT | 10/22/2006 |
| Q: Mr. Brunetti: I read a few of the recent posts about water pressure in the home, and I have a ... A: Before I can answer can you give me a little more info? 1. What is your source of water? Well, ... | |
| sulphur smell esp. in hot water | 10/20/2006 |
| Q: I'd like to ask Fred: We moved into a house in Tampa, FL last year and noted rust and a sulphur ... A: Without a water test and knowledge of your system my best advice is to find a WQA Certified Water ... | |
| Water Companies | 10/18/2006 |
| Q: I have heard the terms hard/soft water for a number of years. About 3 years ago, someone informed ... A: You could help me answer if you can tell me a couple of things. 1. How hard is the water? (If it is ... | |
| turbid water after rain fall | 10/15/2006 |
| Q: Followup To Question - hi there, my well normally produces clear bright water but after any ... A: After seeing your analysis I better understand the recommendation. What might be a little confusing ... | |
| yellow water | 10/13/2006 |
| Q: A few weeks ago, we noticed that our HOT water had a metallic smell (taste too, but we only drink ... A: It is hard to guess your problem's cause with the information you give me. What you need to do is ... | |
| turbid water after rain fall | 10/12/2006 |
| Q: my well normally produces clear bright water but after any significant rainfall the water becomes ... A: Glad to see you have had your water tested, that was wise. However you don't mention whether you had ... | |
| rust vs. iron | 10/10/2006 |
| Q: We were told we have a high iron level (2.0) in our water and are looking into water treatment ... A: The short answer is no. "Rust" generally refers to oxidized or ferric or redwater iron. When ... | |
| water pressure | 10/2/2006 |
| Q: I think maybe I have the exact same problem as Derryl in Ohio. (9-11-06) We bought a house in SW ... A: If you found carbon in your aeroators it means some of the charcoal filtering media is escaping from ... | |
| Black Well Water | 10/2/2006 |
| Q: Woke up this morning with black well water and not sure it's related to the well, the pipes or the ... A: Your problems could have several different causes. They could arise from a well problem or a water ... | |
| Softner smells moldy | 9/30/2006 |
| Q: My husband was adding salt blocks to our softner last evening and he said it smelled moldy. We have ... A: The short answer is yes it may help and no it won't harm the unit. However, salt blocks do seem to ... | |
| RO Water | 9/29/2006 |
| Q: I read your answer to the woman who recently had EColi in the COOP water, and you recommended she ... A: Their is a controversy as to whether Distilled is superior to Reverse Osmosis. However Distillation ... | |
| smelly water | 9/28/2006 |
| Q: I have lived in this house for eigth years. They recently installed new draingage pipes in the ... A: From what you tell me I think you should have the city utility come out and figure out the problem. ... | |
| Black well water | 9/28/2006 |
| Q: I just had a new water filtering sistem put in that airates and clorinates the holding tank then ... A: I am pretty familiar with your system. It is a good one. I have also run into the type of problem ... | |
| pressure gauge on well pump | 9/25/2006 |
| Q: The pressure gauge on the well pump is reading and staying at 100 lbs of pressure. I was told that ... A: Please tell me what kind of pump you have. Is it in the well(Submersible) or do you see it in the ... | |
| turbid water after rain fall | 9/24/2006 |
| Q: my well normally produces clear bright water but after any significant rainfall the water becomes ... A: I love your country and hope to visit someday. What you report is usually associated with a bad well ... | |
| cold water odor | 9/22/2006 |
| Q: we are on a well system with a water condioner. The cold water coming out of the tap has taken on a ... A: Without doing an on site analysis, I can't advise you on that. However you should know that any foul ... | |
| Well Water | 9/20/2006 |
| Q: I have these very hard to remove brown-grey stains in the bottom of all my toilets. I am being told ... A: You have to help me a little here. In your water analysis I don't see any readings for ferrous or ... | |
| Well water | 9/18/2006 |
| Q: I am moving from Chicago where I have city water to home in Michigan which has well water. I don't ... A: Hope this move of yours is good for you and your family. The difference between having a water ... | |
| sulfur smell | 9/17/2006 |
| Q: I have a question. We are on city water service and changed a faucet in our kitchen in April. ... A: The short answer is change faucets! If the problem is only from one faucet then it can't be a water ... | |
| Spring water treatment | 9/17/2006 |
| Q: My water source is a 2000 gal underground tank fed by a spring that my father and I developed. I hit ... A: Both Ultra Violet and Ozonation disinfection are relatively lower maintainence type systems but do ... | |
| water softner | 9/11/2006 |
| Q: I have noticed a serious drop in water pressure. I checked my softner and noticed water in the tank ... A: You don't say how old your conditioner is. It does sound like a physical problem with your unit ... | |
| Blackened Well Water | 9/10/2006 |
| Q: Although we have a water softening system and regularly disinfect the well with bleach, the smell of ... A: It sounds like your sulfur problem is way beyond putting bleach down the well. I think you need a ... | |
| water softener | 9/8/2006 |
| Q: We jsut moved into a beautiful farmhouse that has well water. There was a water softener already ... A: It troubles me that you don't mention anything about having the water tested for bacteria. ... | |
| Sulphur in well water | 9/7/2006 |
| Q: We have had a lot of rain this summer in our area of upstate NY. Our well water is full of ... A: It might be a good idea to have your well seal checked since you state that this problem showed up ... | |
| intermittant black water | 9/1/2006 |
| Q: We get black water sometimes. It turns my copper-bottom cookware black and coats the toilet bowls a ... A: Wow, you certainly have your problems. It sounds like a heavy sulfur problem and maybe methane gas. ... | |
| Water softner/sulpher smell | 9/1/2006 |
| Q: We have a water softner. About 6 months after installing it we started to get a rotton egg smell. ... A: First you want to know if the odor is BOTH hot and cold water. If it is, your problem could be a ... | |
| greenish chalky chucks in water | 9/1/2006 |
| Q: For about the last month, I have been getting small green/blue chalky chunks clogging my water ... A: The problem you describe sounds a lot like acidic water or electrolosis. Electrolosis occurs when ... | |
| Methane/Sulfur | 8/20/2006 |
| Q: I live in Pennsylvania, USA. My well water contains metthane gas and sulfur. None of my neighbor ... A: I am certainly not a professor but thanks anyway. Yours is more a question for a well ... | |
| RO water TDS reading | 8/16/2006 |
| Q: My RO system was slow making water. Since it is 4 years old, I think the membrane may need to ... A: sorry for the delay but I was away for awhile. From what you tell me it sounds like your membrane ... | |
| Recent sulfur smell cold water | 8/16/2006 |
| Q: In the past few months I have noticed that when I turn on the cold water there is a sulfur smell. ... A: From what you tell me it sounds like it is time to dissinfect your well and plumbing. You probably ... | |
| air in pipes | 8/15/2006 |
| Q: we have what they call a fixed bladder expansion vessel (tank with balloon). There is a lot of air ... A: What you describe is not consistent with bladder pressure tank problems. It is more like a problem ... | |
| bacterial sulfur | 8/14/2006 |
| Q: I read your letter to Jerry 7/03. Is a bacterial sulfur problem dangerous? We have all the 5 ... A: Bacterial sulfur is not in itself pathogenic. However the benefit of correcting the problem assures ... | |
| not using salt | 8/13/2006 |
| Q: Fred, I've just changed the resin in my 20 year old General Ionics softner. This did not help ... A: The short answer is... replace it. However you may want to contact Rainsoft corp at ... | |
| E Coli in our water Coop, will my RO and softener | 8/12/2006 |
| Q: take it out? I have Sears Water softener whole house and an RO system under the sink for drinking ... A: If you read your r/o literature you will find that it is NOT designed for bacteriologically unsafe ... | |
| Well water gets 'phlegmy' after sitting for 1 or 2 days | 8/11/2006 |
| Q: Just out of curiousity... Might a UV filter work if it were'downstream' from the 5 micron whole ... A: I understand you concern about using "chemicals". However there is no need for concern IF you ... | |
| Well water gets 'phlegmy' after sitting for 1 or 2 days | 8/9/2006 |
| Q: We live in Waconia, MN near several working farms and have several problems with our well water. ... A: You describe a rather common problem. A lot of people try to control it by shocking their well. This ... | |
| Water softener systems | 8/5/2006 |
| Q: Fred your answer to "Greg", (11/2/2004)concerning H2O Concept 2000 claims, was very helpful to me. ... A: Daniel,thanks for asking. I need to know what it is you are trying to accomplish. In other words ... | |
| Water Quality- iron Bacteria | 8/3/2006 |
| Q: Fred, As background; we are on a ranch and have a hand dug well. The well is 6 feet in diameter and ... A: From what you describe, especially eating through the irrigation pipes (I am not an expert on ... | |
| water | 8/2/2006 |
| Q: i run into another problem and i wondered if you could be so kind and give me your opinion? my ... A: I hope all is going well with you. Didn't I help you in the past? I would suggest r/o with 1300 ppm ... | |
| Chlorinator versus my septic system | 8/2/2006 |
| Q: Hopefully you have some suggestions for my problem. Here is the situation: We built a new house 6 ... A: Yours is indeed a difficult problem. It sounds like you have taken some steps and have some results. ... | |
| short cycling | 8/2/2006 |
| Q: This a follow up to a previous question. I have replaced my old pressure tank with a new and much ... A: The short answer is....no. It doesn't sound like a pressure switch problem to me; rather more like a ... | |
| amtrol water tank wx203 30 psi | 7/30/2006 |
| Q: our tank is reading about 26 psi, and have noticed water pressure thru out house seems low. how can ... A: You only tell me one reading for your pressure tank. You need to know two readings. One is the ... | |
| Sodium vs potassium | 7/29/2006 |
| Q: Which is best for water softening, drinking and the body - sodium or potassium chloride softener? ... A: Katy, thanks for asking; The short answer is sodium chloride is a far more effective and economical ... | |
| Whole house soft water or hot only? | 7/28/2006 |
| Q: My current softener died and in checking on replacement some questions arise. I have been advised ... A: Jim. Your's is an interesting question. The short answer is soften the whole house and treat your ... | |
| Water from water softener taste salty | 7/27/2006 |
| Q: Occasionally our water will taste salty. If you let it run for a minute or so, it clears up. What ... A: You are simply experiencing a quirk of your system. It shouldn't be a constant problem, rather it ... | |
| distilled water vs. steamed distilled water | 7/24/2006 |
| Q: Is there any difference between distilled water and steamed distilled water?, or are they the same ... A: In short form the answer is no. The distillation process is turning water in the liquid form into ... | |
| water pressure | 7/23/2006 |
| Q: there is a screw inside where the points are that can be turned too adjust water pressure on a well ... A: If you are talking about the little box usually located by your pressure tank remember the old ... | |
| How do I check the air pressure on my R/O Water holding tank? | 7/22/2006 |
| Q: The system is by Water Resources, International. It is a complete house water system with inside ... A: From what you say I would recommend that you contact the manufacturer for direction or contact a ... | |
| Help me Fred, what can the black deposits . . | 7/21/2006 |
| Q: . . . in my cistern be? I have had the house for three years and this has only happened in the last ... A: Cisterns do require regular cleaning and disinfection. If I had a cistern it would have to be ... | |
| Hydrofraction....Is it needed for this home? | 7/18/2006 |
| Q: I am in the process of buying a how that uses well water. The home is almost 30 years old. I hired ... A: I understand "hydro-fraction " as a process for cleaning and expanding a well's reserve,cleaning the ... | |
| How do I check the air pressure on my R/O Water holding tank? | 7/17/2006 |
| Q: I have a in house water filtration system and I am having very little water come from my r/o ... A: Some r/o reservoirs have a regular tire-like valve that you can use your tire air pressure gauge on. ... | |
| Black Pipes and Toilet Tanks | 7/16/2006 |
| Q: Our subdivision is approximately 20 years old as is our house. At the time the subdivision was built ... A: It sounds like the well giving the odor is also giving you the "Black Stuff" (usually oxidized ... | |
| possible pressure tank problem | 7/14/2006 |
| Q: I have a Welltrol WX 203 which is about 16 years old.I am not sure of the capacity of this unit. The ... A: I would guess that at 16 years old your Pressure tank probably has bit the dust. It sounds like it ... | |
| air in pipes and green water | 7/14/2006 |
| Q: Our water is supplied by well and we have water filtered by Culligan. For the last two months, we ... A: Are you sure the air in your lines is just air? From what you tell me it sounds more like methane ... | |
| salt in well water | 7/13/2006 |
| Q: my well water has alot of sodium in it.it is killing my plants and new sod. i have a sprinkler ... A: What is the Total Dissolved Solids PPM reading on your water? Have you looked into a new well? If ... | |
| black water | 7/12/2006 |
| Q: My well is hand dug,& quit old, the pump is inside my house, with a holding tank that has a bladder ... A: First things first, if you are getting ground water into your hand dug well when it rains you stand ... | |
| water softners | 7/12/2006 |
| Q: I recently purchased a water softner for my home. It has the ability to softnen water at various ... A: However, your question follows the pattern of most common,to be kind, mis-beliefs. 1. Softened ... | |
| bridging with Culligan Gold water softener | 7/8/2006 |
| Q: We have a two year old Culligan water softener. We are on a well with very hard water. The salt is ... A: I would presume that your buyer's warranty is still in effect and the company you mentioned, being a ... | |
| Water hardness and high iron | 7/7/2006 |
| Q: We recently purchased our home that has a private well. When we purchased our home in March '06 we ... A: Concerning your well there is no way for me to evaluate your problem because there are so many ... | |
| Potassium vs Sodium | 7/6/2006 |
| Q: I notice in your answer to Dru you mention thathe use of potassium vs sodium chloride can be used if ... A: Potassium is not as efficient in ion exchange as is sodium but that really doesn't concern drinking ... | |
| Water Softner - Hard stains - Well | 7/6/2006 |
| Q: Fred - We have a well, and we realized a long time ago that we needed a water softner. We've had ... A: What can I say? If this is a dyi decision on the softener let me offer this.There are only two ... | |
| TDS reading of water from refrig | 7/5/2006 |
| Q: TDS reading of water going into refrig is 15. (I have a RO unit) TDS read of water coming out of ... A: There could be a couple of reasons for the increase and there are steps you can take to correct it. ... | |
| Pressure Tank | 7/5/2006 |
| Q: pressure tank that seems to be malfunctioning, but not sure. My pump is running continuously and ... A: When I check a PT I first knock a little on the tank. If it sounds hollow for the most part that ... | |
| sulpher smell in water from well | 7/4/2006 |
| Q: Whats the best way to remove the sulpher smell from water that comes rural well water. I have had ... A: Sulpher can be removed by filtration or oxidation. However it depends on the form it takes and the ... | |
| well water vs. city water | 7/4/2006 |
| Q: My husband and I have lived in the city for 12 years and have had city water. We just got a house, ... A: You should absolutely have your water tested by a Certified Labratory to rule out any chance of your ... | |
| water in well | 6/29/2006 |
| Q: we recently moved to country house and have well water. the smell from the facets is extremely ... A: You are describing the symptoms of heavy-duty Hydrogen Sulfide. You really need to have and expert ... | |
| Residential well system alternative | 6/29/2006 |
| Q: Fred: I have a well at home and I have the normal pressure tank set-up. I have had some problems ... A: You have a unique idea with the water tower thing but I am not too sure of the practicality of it. I ... | |
| weird smell in shower water NOT sulfer | 6/27/2006 |
| Q: I have a weird smell in my shower. At frist it was only my shower, this sounds rerally gross but it ... A: Your description of the water seems to indicate some exotic contaminants. Do your neighbors have the ... | |
| TDS Meter vs. Water Quality | 6/23/2006 |
| Q: In February, my husband and I purchased some filtered water vending machines. (The type where you ... A: I will try and give you a bit of insight but to be honest my forte is not in vending machines. 1. ... | |
| pressurizing water holding tanks | 6/23/2006 |
| Q: just replaced an old Amtrol water holding tank with a new Amtrol model Water pro series WP32 (32 ... A: I think it is possible to get a little more pressure by taking it up to 60psi. That way your pump ... | |
| Help!!!! | 6/18/2006 |
| Q: Fred we are experiancing a starange issue. We bought our house 3 years agoa nd since we have now had ... A: You need a good well/pump man who can determine if it is the well the pressure tank or something ... | |
| water pressure | 6/16/2006 |
| Q: When I turn on the water it comes out with good pressure for about 30 seconds and then slowly dies ... A: There could have also been a change in your well and its ability to provide and adequate supply to ... | |
| Salty Water | 6/15/2006 |
| Q: I looked through the list of questions but dont see anything about what might cause a salty taste ... A: Yours is a common problem. It has to do with the backwash and rinse cycles needing adjusted. You can ... | |
| Water Pressure | 6/14/2006 |
| Q: We had our holding tank replaced two three years ago. For the past year we have been having ... A: From what you describe it sounds like you have a recovery problem. I am familiar with Well-Rite and ... | |
| Sears water softner | 6/8/2006 |
| Q: Have a very compact - at least 3 in. of fine salt in water softner, I use pellet salt, what did I do ... A: It seems you have simply kept too much salt in the brine tank and it has osrt of compressed itself ... | |
| sulfer smell | 6/8/2006 |
| Q: I too have a sulfer smell with my water. It is city water. My house is only 3 years old. I smell ... A: Before I can try to help can you tell me your sulfate test. I don't understand '93'....93 what? Also ... | |
| About Bottled water | 6/7/2006 |
| Q: below are the list which i like to know the meaning and uses ...Below are my questions about bottled ... A: This question is a little too long and involved for me to get into in this situation. I would again ... | |
| yellow resin in tub | 6/6/2006 |
| Q: Today I started the water in our bathtub and the water was full of what I thought at first was sand. ... A: Your problem is definetely the softener. Somehow it is spilling it guts out in your bathtub! You ... | |
| Older Homes well holding tank | 6/5/2006 |
| Q: We have a home well system that is 37 years old. A neighbor told us to replace our holding tank for ... A: The average life of what you call a holding tank is about 10-20 years. The tank that you speak of is ... | |
| suds in dishwasher | 6/1/2006 |
| Q: We are having a problem with suds in our dishwasher. We did not use any other soap in the unit. ... A: You don't say what product you are using for your dishwasher, evidently it isn't a low suds one. If ... | |
| Hot water smells of sulfer | 5/29/2006 |
| Q: all of the faucets in my home the hot water smells of sulfer. I have lived in my home for the last ... A: This rod is made of a self sacrificing magnesium metal which is designed to dissolve in certain ... | |
| High Iron Well Water | 5/26/2006 |
| Q: We are currently renting a water softener from a large water treatment company. According to our ... A: Your problem is best evidenced by the red sludge you talk about. That is definetely "{Iron ... | |
| sulfer smell coming from shower | 5/20/2006 |
| Q: I have a sulfer smell that comes when the water is turned on. It appears to be coming from the ... A: ..(That's my daughter's name) Thanks for asking. Your problem may only slightly involve water ... | |
| drinking water quality | 5/19/2006 |
| Q: i live in Dublin, Ireland and i have heard that my tap water contains many harmful chemicals. i have ... A: I hope to visit your fair country sometime. It seems very beautiful and lush in the summer. Most ... | |
| Electrolytic water treatment/ bi-carbonate vs. carbonate (ROUND 2) | 5/18/2006 |
| Q: I'm trying to understand the science behind the claims of a Company's Water Treatment System that ... A: The tests I ran were for iron (Fe and Fe+) and the "soap" test. Both tests performed as if the water ... | |
| Well choice... | 5/17/2006 |
| Q: I had another followup question, though a little late. We know the water is leaking in the first ... A: Boy you are really in a fix it appears. The only input I could offer is that well casings are pulled ... | |
| Electrolytic water treatment/ bi-carbonate vs. carbonate | 5/16/2006 |
| Q: I'm trying to understand the science behind the claims of a Company's Water Treatment System that ... A: The devices you speak of have been around for a long long time. To the best of my knowledge these ... | |
| Rust In Water | 5/8/2006 |
| Q: What are some of the most economical and natural ways to remove rust in residential water supply ... A: I would need to know a little more in order to answer your question. 1. WHY is your well casing ... | |
| sulfer so bad its airborn? | 5/4/2006 |
| Q: I just got done reading one of your responces to another persons concerns regarding sulfer smell in ... A: Yes Sulphur is gaseous in water and is airborne. That is why it can tarnish silverware etc.. ... | |
| water quality south africa | 5/4/2006 |
| Q: we have been in contact several month ago,things are up running more less. i have some problem and i ... A: Glad to hear things are going ok for you. I would definetely get a good water test on the water down ... | |
| Well choice... | 5/4/2006 |
| Q: If you had a choice of using one of two wells, which would it be and why? Here is a description of ... A: You have quite a dilema. The acidic water is really tough to deal with. If you treat it, you are ... | |
| Whole-house system recommendation. | 5/3/2006 |
| Q: Can you recommend the best whole-house conditioning system on the market. If not, any advice would ... A: I cannot ethically recommend a particular brand. However I can suggest contacting the WQA.org. They ... | |
| Distilled Water vs. Reverse Osmosis | 4/27/2006 |
| Q: I appreciate your service and expertise. I am concerned with using and drinking the best water in my ... A: The answer is distilled and r/o are so close in quality that it is a 'wash'. Some say (I agree) that ... | |
| black deposit from tap | 4/26/2006 |
| Q: we are on a well and when I open a tap whether it be hot or cold I notice a black deposit that looks ... A: Your best bet is to have your water problem evaluated by a professional. I would recommend someone ... | |
| Water Quality - Shock Chlorination | 4/25/2006 |
| Q: My husband and I are in the middle of selling our home and our well water tested positive for traces ... A: It sounds like you have a real problem there. I will do my best. First,3 gls of bleach is a whole ... | |
| Well water bacteria | 4/19/2006 |
| Q: I had my well water tested by my local health dept. The results Total coliform: Present E coli: ... A: In order to give you my best advice I would need to know more about your water supply. Now that you ... | |
| Well water quality and well sharing | 4/6/2006 |
| Q: Mr. Brunetti, We live in Minesota next to a lake. We are one of five houses that share a flowing ... A: This question seems more of a well drillers' concern. They should be the best source for questions ... | |
| Home use water filter | 4/4/2006 |
| Q: I have a question about water filters. We moved back in August into a home and have city water. We ... A: I need you to be a little more precise about your water! Have you had it tested? I suggest that you ... | |
| new well water... | 3/28/2006 |
| Q: I had a few questions regarding our well water. In a nutshell, it is a new modular on full basement ... A: The only advice I can give you is to say that 5.2ph will probably wreak havoc on your plumbing and ... | |
| water purification | 3/22/2006 |
| Q: sorry to bother you again! i have a few more questions. what is post- treatment? what is the ... A: Here are the answers to your latest questions; 1. Post-Treatment means the treatment that comes ... | |
| water purification | 3/20/2006 |
| Q: What is the difference between well and tap water? How do you make sure all the impurities have ... A: Is this a homework question? It sounds a little like one. Anyway let me address your questions; 1. ... | |
| H2O Concepts | 3/19/2006 |
| Q: 11/2/2004, Your answer to an H2O Concepts question on this site indicated tests on the site showed ... A: Please let me say that in no way am I affiliated with H2O Concepts or any other manufacturer. My ... | |
| a follow up question | 3/17/2006 |
| Q: Could you, by any chance, let me know the manufacturer (and model #) of the RO you installed? All ... A: NSF and WQA both guarantee that the products they test perform as advertized. I think the best way ... | |
| Culligan N8 Water Conditioner | 3/11/2006 |
| Q: Brunetti, I have a N8 Culligan water softener. It is 13 years old. The brine tank fills to the ... A: I am not familiar with that particular model of water softener. However it probably works on the ... | |
| Chlorination system | 3/9/2006 |
| Q: Fred ~ I read your article on smelly Hot Water. I went 9 years in new house I built and then I ... A: Yours is an interesting question. You say you had your water tested and everything is fine. If that ... | |
| Sudden appearance of Iron in well water | 3/2/2006 |
| Q: An elderly couple we know have an artisian well, it is dug 88 ft deep. It had been a good well for ... A: Sarah. I will do my best to answer. The first thing I would check is the casing of the well. For ... | |
| Domestics well water treatment | 3/2/2006 |
| Q: Mr. Brunetti, Our well water in N. Virginia has the high acidity and iron content normal to the ... A: In my experience neutralizing filters have far less effect on water below 6.5 PH; plus you need ... | |
| well water.. part ii | 2/21/2006 |
| Q: i just sent in a question but have another question.. When i went up to my cabin this weekend (first ... A: No your water didn't rot. The cause could be from the water heater itself if it is a new one. A new ... | |
| first time well user... | 2/21/2006 |
| Q: We grew up in a city and never had/used well water before. from what i can tell, it has an ... A: Your question is definetely a classic. I don't know where you live but you can go to www.wqa.com. ... | |
| UV vs. Ceramic filters | 2/6/2006 |
| Q: -Hi Fred! Yes, my well failed the bacteria test 3 times before it finally passed after I used ... A: It sounds to me like you have a potential for bacteriological contamination at any time. It even ... | |
| UV vs. Ceramic filters | 2/6/2006 |
| Q: Brunetti, I have recently had a new water well drilled at my residence. I would like to know ... A: However my answer would depend on whether the be. you are removing is pathogenic or not.; In other ... | |
| Water Conditioner | 1/31/2006 |
| Q: I have a Culligan N8 water conditioner in my home which is about 15 years old. I keep it clean ... A: Sorry this answer is a little late. #1 Check to make sure your salt hasn't "bridged" In other ... | |
| reverse osmosis water | 1/26/2006 |
| Q: The water from my newly installed, quality, RO unit tastes good from the special tap. But, it tastes ... A: J. thanks for asking All Experts. Sometimes the configuration of the r/o system can tend to leave a ... | |
| About Water | 1/23/2006 |
| Q: What is the lime content of various samples of water? A: The lime content in water refers to the amount of limestone dissolved in the water. It is considered ... | |
| water treating equipment | 12/28/2005 |
| Q: I hope your and your family had a most enjoyable one. I have found out where and at what cost expert ... A: Happy Holidays Neil; Thanks for your well wishing we did enjoy Christmas. I have quite a large ... | |
| Water Purification | 12/26/2005 |
| Q: What is the best way to purify water? To explain.... Artisian well-water is deposited in a ... A: You talk about this artesian-well source. Some folks think the term artesian relates to the water's ... | |
| plumbing | 12/19/2005 |
| Q: I have an unusual problem...I have a bad odor coming from my shower when using the hot water. No ... A: I have run into this problem. or similar, before. It one case it turned out to be the shower line ... | |
| Sears water softner | 12/8/2005 |
| Q: I awoke in morning with no water from my well. I went to pump house and saw no pressure on gauge. ... A: Ok, thanks for asking, Not knowing all the facts I will do my best at answering your question. ... | |
| Reverse Osmosis vs well water | 11/30/2005 |
| Q: We have lived on an acreage for 15 years with a water well that we treat periodically by shocking ... A: To answer your question let's consider what well water is. You provide no information as to the ... | |
| Whole House Water Treatment | 11/14/2005 |
| Q: I have a water well and my water has high iron (0.83) and low ph (5.9). I have been advised to get a ... A: My best advice to you would be to get a second opinion.You haven't given me enough information to ... | |
| Water quality | 11/14/2005 |
| Q: I have read that it may be unsafe to drink water from a hot water tank. How unsafe is it, and why? ... A: Drinking or cooking with water from the water heater is related to the advice that recommends you ... | |
| water conditioning | 11/3/2005 |
| Q: I am thinking about purchasing a ClearWave water conditioner, www.fieldtec@fieldcontrols.com. Have ... A: I have checked out the site you sent me to evaluate. If you have read my profile you know that I ... | |
| Water's Electrical Conductivity | 11/2/2005 |
| Q: How does salt effect water's electrical conductivity; how do varying levels of salt ... A: It sounds like a school project. Am I right? Anyway, water itself without anything in it will not ... | |
| water softener cycle | 10/8/2005 |
| Q: have culligan water softener that appears to be locked up in a cycle it calls "c5",drawing water all ... A: Your problem sounds familiar and usually means a mechanical failure in the control device or as ... | |
| Home Water softeners? | 9/20/2005 |
| Q: Does the number 185 mean anything? I have been told a certain water filtration system will make our ... A: It seems to me that you may be talking to an MLM vitamin and elixir promoter.They sell water ... | |
| Home Water softeners? | 9/19/2005 |
| Q: Fred. I was a bit concerned because I was also informed the water softener system errods our water ... A: The funny thing about water is that the cleaner and purer it is the more aggressive it is. Water is ... | |
| Home Water softeners? | 9/18/2005 |
| Q: We have a water softener at home for 5 years now. I have just been told that because it uses salt, ... A: Without knowing your water test I cannot predict the amount of sodium or other mineral salts in your ... | |
| Boiled water is harmful?? PLZ HELP! | 9/16/2005 |
| Q: What if there are not just plain minerals but harmful metals too? If the TDS is still low, would the ... A: Of course harmful levels of certain elements can be harmful. Not only in parts per million but even ... | |
| Boiled water is harmful?? PLZ HELP! | 9/15/2005 |
| Q: I have read in many places online that boiling tap water for drinking purposes is not safe for ... A: Your mother is doing a good thing for cetain things such as Bacteria,cysts and viruses.The white ... | |
| water cisterns | 9/15/2005 |
| Q: In our area of low groundwater availability I intend to roof my place with metal roofing and collect ... A: BC is beautiful. I have seen many pictures of it and would like to go there someday for a visit. I ... | |
| water filter | 9/11/2005 |
| Q: i asked you some questions about 2 weeks ago.subject were ro units for household use,which i want to ... A: I wish I knew even more about your water in order to predict filter changes. However,I think you ... | |
| help in finding the flow restrictor | 9/6/2005 |
| Q: I am totally stuck and need help. I have a cta reverse osmosis system which I just put in a new ... A: Normally if you require more pressure to your membrane I can't see how restricting the flow is going ... | |
| Private well | 9/2/2005 |
| Q: we live in Northeast Texas and have a deep water well. The real-estate man said it was 500ft deep. I ... A: My question back to you is what kind of TDS meter do you have? Because, usually deep wells have a ... | |
| is my water safe to drink? | 8/26/2005 |
| Q: I had my water tested recently and the results were as follows: pH = 6.3 Hardness = 3 gpg Iron = ... A: Not knowing the bacteriological safety of your water it is impossible to evaluate that parameter. As ... | |
| ro-unit | 8/26/2005 |
| Q: i want to sell ro-units 5 stages. the water is very dirty and has lots of chlorine .it is treated ... A: Here are a few thoughts for you.If it is possible I would recommend installing a whole house ... | |
| ro-unit | 8/25/2005 |
| Q: i want to sell ro-units 5 stages. the water is very dirty and has lots of chlorine .it is treated ... A: Mario: In order to answer your question you want to give me more information. #1.The water you ... | |
| Water test results | 8/19/2005 |
| Q: Mr. Brunetti, I live in central Virginia and my water is supplied by a shallow ( bored) well ... A: I will do my best to help. I would rate your water as acidic, relatively low in hardness, and with a ... | |
| Well water vs. City Water | 8/2/2005 |
| Q: I have used the well at my home for 14 years and it has been in existence for much longer than that. ... A: It gives me the opportunity to share a few enlightenments with you. First, probably the worst tests ... | |
| home water purification/filtration systems | 7/22/2005 |
| Q: I am thinking about buying a water filtration system to put on my kitchen sink. There are a wide ... A: It would be unfair of me to recommend a particular brand for a couple of reasons. First I have no ... | |
| pin hole leaks in copper pipe | 7/16/2005 |
| Q: My house is 11 years old. I discovered pinhole leaks in the water pipes (copper) twice about 8 years ... A: I will first address the cause of pinholes. There can be a couple of causes.One of the causes is a ... | |
| ro water purifiers | 6/9/2005 |
| Q: I'm moving into a home in 3 weeks that has well water and a softener and iron remover, but no ... A: Very interesting question Dan. Let me first refer you to two sites that may help you. First is the ... | |
| about fecal indicator and sampling | 6/2/2005 |
| Q: I am a student studying water pollution in myanmar. Currently, I use the E.coli as an indicator of ... A: I am going to refer you to a website:http://wqa.org. There you will find water research links to ... | |
| Green water stains | 5/24/2005 |
| Q: We have well water, and over the years it has developed into "green water". Our pipes are copper. We ... A: I apologize for the delay. I did answer your question but evidently it didn't get to you. I have ... | |
| home water filter system | 5/17/2005 |
| Q: First I want to say this is a great website, and I appreciate your help! I just had our water ... A: First however I don't think I have heard the term "soft" iron. However all that aside it looks like ... | |
| sulfur water | 5/15/2005 |
| Q: I recently moved into a rental house in fruitland park Fl and have city water. I used the bathroom ... A: please let me know if the odor is in BOTH hot and cold water. If it is the hot only my advice would ... | |
| Water Softener | 5/5/2005 |
| Q: Mr. Brubetti I'm in the market for a water softener and I'm concerned about the added sodium (salt) ... A: Yours is a very common worry or concern. I think the majority of the public believes that the ... | |
| boiling water sufficient to remove bacterier, cysts, etc | 4/23/2005 |
| Q: I am wondering whether I would need to invest in a water purification system for the purpose of ... A: You are speaking of Biological types of contamination. Things that are alive in your water and yes ... | |
| water pressure/air in pipes | 4/12/2005 |
| Q: Fred, I am on a well. I have lived here for 3 years. Had the pump changed about a year and half ... A: It seems that you may have a well problem. Maybe in the recovery rate. A bad bladder in your ... | |
| sulfur smell in water | 3/25/2005 |
| Q: I use city water, not a well, but i have a very strong sulfur smell in one room.It is there even ... A: A few things clue me that your problem is not caused by your water supply. #1 If it were a water ... | |
| Well Water - Hydrogen Sulfide | 3/20/2005 |
| Q: I live in a newly built home (Oct 2004) and my water is supplied by a well. When I first moved in ... A: Yes it sounds like you have a combination of sulfur AND bacteria. It doesn't surprise me that after ... | |
| Water Softner Problems | 3/19/2005 |
| Q: I have a water softner and the tank that holds the salt is full of water and I don't know how to fix ... A: There should only be about a foot of water in your brine tank, If the water level is so high it is ... | |
| my water | 3/17/2005 |
| Q: We have a duplex with 1 well-the water on 1 side of the duplex turned yellow this morning. The ... A: It prompts several questions to me. !.If you have replaced your water delivery pumps three times my ... | |
| Rotten egg well water | 2/23/2005 |
| Q: We city slickers have bought an acreage with well water. The cold water smells a bit, but the hot ... A: I will try to help. What I can get out of the information you offer is that your water is probably ... | |
| Hard Water | 2/23/2005 |
| Q: I *HATE* the water where I live... the stupid town has it going through *IRON* pipes... grrrr... ... A: It sounds like you have a problem. Skin and hair problems are so irritating. The iron pipes aren't ... | |
| Sulphur Smell - Well Water | 2/21/2005 |
| Q: We city slickers have just bought the acreage of our dreams. Everything is great, but the hot water ... A: This must be a follow up question. However,you might try super chlorinating your well. I can give ... | |
| Sulfur & Hot H2O | 2/4/2005 |
| Q: QuickPivate well and "Rotten egg" smell coming from the hot water tap, but NOT from boiling the H2O. ... A: Your assumption is correct. Just remember that the anode rod disintegration usually needs the ... | |
| Water Treatment | 1/31/2005 |
| Q: Followup To Question - Hello - we realize that we need a water treatment system before purchasing ... A: Your PH is 6.8 which is almost neutral and your iron levels are not severe.It doesn't seem to call ... | |
| Water Treatment | 1/28/2005 |
| Q: We have well water, and the pump is in the front yard and subject to road salt during the New ... A: It sounds like you have a submersible pump. If you have a jet pump you would see the actual pump in ... | |
| Water Treatment | 1/27/2005 |
| Q: We have well water, and the pump is in the front yard and subject to road salt during the New ... A: There are a couple of questions that might help me. 1. do you have a submersible pump or jet pump? ... | |
| Water Towers | 1/22/2005 |
| Q: As I travel around the country I see water towers everywhere and am curious about them. What is ... A: I can only offer some non-expert knowledge on this subject. Water towers are used to store water ... | |
| Whole House Water Treatment System | 1/13/2005 |
| Q: We are presently looking into H2O concepts, what is your opinion of this system? What water ... A: What I do recommend is dealing with certified water specialists who are members of the Water Quality ... | |
| Water Conditioning Systems | 1/5/2005 |
| Q: Saw your answer on google to soft water conditioning from Greg on 11-2-04. We are also inquiring ... A: The reasons one invests in a water conditioner is not to provide pure drinking water.The accepted ... | |
| Request for help on a Middle School Science Project | 11/27/2004 |
| Q: I am in 8th Grade and need help on a Science Project for my school on how good the quality of ... A: I am sorry but when you asked your question I was in Europe and I have just returned. I assume it is ... | |
| galvanized well tank rusting after 3.5 yrs | 11/22/2004 |
| Q: I have a pressure tank in my garage for our well. The tank we now have is the third tank since ... A: I apologize for not replying sooner but you see I was in Europe until the 3rd of Dec. Here are my ... | |
| water purifier | 11/8/2004 |
| Q: I want to purchase a water purifier system. and so want to know the best technology available for ... A: The disinfection systems you mentiona can be best described as 1.Physical filtration to remove dirt ... | |
| well water help | 11/3/2004 |
| Q: I had National Testing Labs of Ohio do my testof my well. MCL (mg/l} has been exceeded. I have ... A: Your water test as you must know is horrible. There are cases where the only solution is to find an ... | |
| Water Conditioning Systems | 11/2/2004 |
| Q: Fred, I am interested in installing a soft water conditioning system in my house and would like to ... A: I went to the following site: http://www.h2oconcepts.com/index1.asp h2o concepts is a member of the ... | |
| Yellow water sulphuric smell | 10/24/2004 |
| Q: Fred, I just bought/moved into a house that is on a well. I live in DuPage county, Illinois. The ... A: Your water does seem to need some attention. I would recommend you look in your Yellow Pages for a ... | |
| rusty agua | 10/4/2004 |
| Q: We have very rusty water. Very hard. Possibly other sediment as well- occasionally we fill up the ... A: Maybe you can provide me with just a little more info in order to help you the best I can. When you ... | |
| holding tank | 8/17/2004 |
| Q: My pressure gauge seems to be slowly dropping. How do I determine if my holding tank needs to be ... A: wow that was fast Sophie! OK you do have a bladder type the tire valvey thing is to use an air pump ... | |
| holding tank | 8/17/2004 |
| Q: My pressure gauge seems to be slowly dropping. How do I determine if my holding tank needs to be ... A: I need a little more info please in order to help you. What kind of pressure tank is it? Captured ... | |
| black water | 8/8/2004 |
| Q: All of a sudden my water started turning black and has a smell to it, do you know what this could be A: Bummer! I feel sorry for you but I can't help you without a little more info. Can you offer a little ... | |
| well water | 8/8/2004 |
| Q: what are the benifits,if any, of buying a house with well water. this would be my first time buying ... A: Your question is on a subject very dear to my heart. Unfortunately however it is one of the LEAST ... | |
| Best drinking water fro my home? | 7/3/2004 |
| Q: I am pregnant and we just moved into a house in Seattle built in 1906. I want to provide the best ... A: I am not familiar with Seattle's water quality but I can share with you someone who is: The Water ... | |
| Water Conditioner (softner) | 6/19/2004 |
| Q: We are looking for advise on a quality brand water conditioner. There seems to be endless options ... A: Yours is a good question. I just received it today but I understand that you asked it awhile ago. I ... | |
| hydorgen sulfide | 6/14/2004 |
| Q: I weekend in the Catskills and the well water there apparently has hydrogen sulfide in it. I was ... A: I cannot tell you for sure for a couple of reasons , I have no medical background to answer with any ... | |
| Tankless Hot Water System and new odor to water | 5/17/2004 |
| Q: Fred, Thanks for your perseverance. Upon inspection of the toilet tanks, both feel slightly slimy ... A: Ok Julie with that info here is my best advice. THe slime could indicate the presence of bacterial ... | |
| Well water entering and exit points | 5/16/2004 |
| Q: Sir: I am wondering, how do you determine what pipe goes to the well pump and what pipe enters the ... A: Normally the pressure gauge is on the pipe going to the house. It should be in this order; well line ... | |
| Sping water on property | 5/16/2004 |
| Q: We are purchasing an older home with spring water. We would like to know what we should have there ... A: Spring water raises a few concerns such as 1. What is the source of the spring.Is it underground or ... | |
| Tankless Hot Water System and new odor to water | 5/16/2004 |
| Q: My husband has recently installed a tankless hot water system in our home and just after the ... A: Julie; Thank you for the additional info. If you don't mind I have additional questions. 1.Please ... | |
| Tankless Hot Water System and new odor to water | 5/15/2004 |
| Q: My husband has recently installed a tankless hot water system in our home and just after the ... A: Yours is certainly not a frequently asked question. There could be a couple of causes. Could you ... | |
| water treatment | 4/28/2004 |
| Q: Can I use the water from back washing my water softner to water my lawn and trees? I use potasium ... A: Potassium Chloride is an ingredient in most fertilizers and your backwash water should be ok for ... | |
| Pressure tanks for wells | 4/18/2004 |
| Q: Fred,what are the symptoms when checking health condition of pressure tank associated with my ... A: Well unfortunately you are describing a malfunctioning pressure tank! When your pump seems to be ... | |
| smelly hot water | 4/10/2004 |
| Q: Our house was just completed being built January and the well was drilled two months prior to this. ... A: It sounds like you have a common problem, one that I have run into many times. It usually has the ... | |
| Conductivity of water | 3/4/2004 |
| Q: What substance is best for conductivity of water? Salt? Are minerals the best? Is water the best ... A: Yours is a very interesting question. It sounds like you might be a student. It might suprise you ... | |
| Yellow Substance in Well Bottom | 1/28/2004 |
| Q: I have been experiencing some serious skin rashes from bathing with my well water. Over the ... A: I am sorry to hear of your problem. To answer your question, yes most forms of algae are not only ... | |
| Waterborne Diseases | 11/16/2003 |
| Q: How are E coli and other waterborne diseases spread? Where do they come from? What are some effects ... A: This sounds like a home work question. I have found a connection for you to research that should be ... | |
| Choosing a Water Treatment System | 11/3/2003 |
| Q: We recently moved into a new home with very hard municipal water that smells strongly of chlorine. ... A: Yours is a good question. There are a lot of choices. Water treatment is a very important decision ... | |
| water treatment by reverse osmosis technology | 9/6/2003 |
| Q: I live in Kelowna, BC and we have been buying bottled water for drinking. This water is treated ... A: Let me first explain to you that the reverse osmosis method definetely can work. In most cases it ... | |
| well water-sulfur | 7/2/2003 |
| Q: how do I get rid of the "rotten egg" smell from my well water. It is worse in the hot water. A: Your concern is a common one in our area.This is a problem that needs correctly diagnosed before you ... | |
| water filters | 5/22/2003 |
| Q: I heard that RO water filters have a problem with bacteria that collects in the tank. Is that true ... A: I am sorry butI have been out of town for a few days getting my daughter lasik surgery. Lasik is ... | |
| Spring water | 4/22/2003 |
| Q: If a company advertises it's water as 'spring water' can you please tell me what ingredients should ... A: You are right to question what that means. "Spring Water" is a marketing term that sounds good only. ... | |
| Residential water quality | 4/12/2003 |
| Q: I live in southern California (San Bernardino, ZIP 92404) and I think I have a water problem but I'm ... A: From what you describe it sounds like a classic example of very hard untreated water.How do you find ... | |
| Conductivity of water | 4/9/2003 |
| Q: What kinds of substances may contribute to increased conductivity of water? A: Simply put Tavainya anything dissolved in water that can conduct electricity. Those molecules with a ... | |
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Fred E. Brunetti CWSV
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My field of expertise is in domestic water treatment. I am retired and have 28 years of experience in the water treatment field. I have earned the designation of Water Specialist, level five, from the Water Quality Association.I can offer help in the solution for private wells` problems as to `point of entry` and `point of use` treatments. these would include,disinfection,conditioning,and purification for drinking including reverse osmosis technology. Problems concerning well pumps,or plumbing or well drilling are out of my field,as well as commericial,industrial or municipal water treatment. I prefer to limit questions to the average homeowner`s use.Since retiring I have added consultation on the care and ,maintenance of domestic water treatment systems. These include filtration, conditioning/softening,chemical feed, and drinking water systems.
Experience
over 28 years testing private wells and application of various water treatment systems for a 65 year old water treatment company.Now retired and doing independent water consulting.BR>
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Water Quality Association
Organizations
Water Quality Association
Education/Credentials
WATER QUALITY ASSOCIATION CERTIFICATION AS WATER SPECIALIST V
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