Frederick Maryland Water Treatment

Another commonly found problem well water condition is High Iron and Sulfur (Hydrogen Sulfide). The areas of Shookstown Road, Gambrills Park, Burkittsville, Middletown, Jefferson, Thurmont, and Wolfsville are common places where we see these well water issues. Irony Well Water in the Frederick County area can be Clear Water Iron (ferrous iron), Red Water Iron (ferric iron) or can be a combination of the two. We have also seen in older wells the presence of Iron Bacteria – a serious infestation of iron bacteria deep in a well can be a very difficult problem to deal with by creating an oily sheen to the water and a smell similar to diesel fuel. This can be controlled with periodic good shocks by superchlorinating the well. The presence of Sulphur with the tell tale odor of “rotten eggs” is a problem few people can tolerate. The repulsive smell of Hydrogen Sulfide is typically a natural phenomenon created by anaerobic bacteria under the earth’s surface that uses a mineral called sulfate as energy and produces Sulfur Gas as a byproduct. For the most part, Sulfur is not a health hazard but the human nose is very sensitive to this naturally occurring gas. Our Patented Water Softener with Closed Pressure Aeration is a unique product that we offer to correct these problems.

Hard Water is another well water problem that is common in the Frederick County area and to some degree Frederick City Municipal Water. Hard water contains dissolved calcium and magnesium minerals. Although not as damaging as acid water, hard water can clog pipes and create scale in water heaters, and make bathing and laundry quite a chore. It is not uncommon to have hard water, ironic water, and smelly sulfur water all at the same time. It is also worth mentioning that sediment problems occurring in problem well water also need the proper Well Water Filtration Equipment.

Coliform and E-coli Bacteria problems are also a concern in areas of Frederick County because of farm runoff and leaking septic systems. This is corrected by installing an ultraviolet light with the proper pre-filtration equipment.

Nitrates and other man made contaminates are also present in groundwater in Frederick County. Nitrates and Bacteria should be tested by a local qualified laboratory. Nitrates and other chemical contaminants are typically removed with a Reverse Osmosis System.