Iron is a natural mineral that exists in much of the earth’s soil. The human body uses it to transport oxygen in the bloodstream, but if it’s present in your water supply in high quantities, it can cause issues for your home and your health. If a quality test indicates that you have high iron levels in your supply, or you notice any of the signs listed below, here’s why you may want to consider water well rehabilitation to improve your water quality.

How Iron Could Affect Your Water Quality

1. Unpleasant Taste

The presence of iron in well water usually has no adverse health effects, but could impact its taste. If your water tastes metallic, it could be due to high iron levels. If you and your family don’t like the taste of your water, you could end up drinking less, which could cause dehydration. To encourage everyone to drink, consider hiring a professional service to conduct water well rehabilitation to improve its flavor.

2. Stains

Iron is a metal, so it can corrode and leave rust-colored stains on dishes, clothes, and other items that get rinsed with water. These stains may be hard to remove, which can result in you needing to replace some belongings.

3. Stomach Issues

Low levels of iron won’t lead to any health concerns, but too much of it can irritate the lining of your stomach, causing abdominal pain and diarrhea. To give you peace of mind that your family is ingesting safe liquids, contact a professional service to inspect your water supply if you’re concerned about the iron levels in your well.

If you need water well rehabilitation or other services for your residential or commercial water systems, contact Anchorage Well & Pump Service, Inc. Serving Anchorage, AK and The Valley for over 40 years, they can help you get access to the quality water by providing hydrofracking, water well rehabilitation, well pump repairs, and 24-hour emergency services. Learn more about what they offer online, or call (907) 243-0740 to schedule an inspection.