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Hard Water, Sufur and Iron Water Treatment

What is Hydrogen Sulfide or Sulfur Water?

woman holding her nose

 

Sulfur Water, or Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S), is a common issue in well water supplies, characterized by its distinct rotten egg smell. Even at low concentrations, as little as 0.25 parts per million (ppm) or milligrams per liter (mg/L), the odor can be quite noticeable and unpleasant. While sulfur is not typically harmful to humans at these levels, it can be toxic at high atmospheric concentrations, flammable, and corrosive to metals, causing tarnishing of silverware, for example.

The presence of sulfur in water is often due to sulfur-reducing bacteria found in groundwater supplies. These bacteria use sulfate, a mineral salt, for energy and produce hydrogen sulfide gas as a byproduct, leading to the foul odor associated with sulfur water. Sulfur water issues are often localized or regional nuisances, and the intensity of the odor can fluctuate without apparent cause. Factors such as higher groundwater temperatures and changing water levels in wells, especially in summer, can exacerbate the smell.

For homeowners dealing with sulfur water problems, treatment options such as filtration systems or chemical oxidation methods may be employed to mitigate the odor and improve water quality. Understanding the causes and characteristics of sulfur water is crucial for effectively addressing and managing this issue in well water supplies.

 

Get rid of Sulfur and Iron Stains for Good!

We invented our Patented EcoSoft Aerated Water Softener System with EcoVent because of the need for a simple and reliable way to remove Sulfur Smell, Iron, and Hard Water in one simple and easy to maintain system.

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What causes Iron Stains from Well Water?

Bathtub with terrible iron stains
Water Filters loaded with iron
Water Filters loaded with iron

 

Iron in its various forms can cause significant damage to household fixtures, appliances, and plumbing systems. Clear water iron, which is initially colorless but turns brown upon exposure to oxygen, and red water iron, which appears red or brown from the start, can both stain surfaces and impart an unpleasant taste to water. Additionally, bacterial iron and organic iron can develop over time, leading to clogs in both the well system and household plumbing, along with undesirable tastes and odors. Iron will make hot water smell terrible by reacting with the anode rod in a water heater creating a disagreeable smell similar to sulfur.

Colloidal iron presents as pink water with visible iron specks that do not settle easily. These different forms of iron in well water can complicate treatment efforts, making it challenging to find the right solution.

Furthermore, hard water, containing high levels of calcium and magnesium minerals, can cause scaling in pipes and water heaters, reducing their efficiency and leading to soap curd formation, making cleaning tasks more difficult.

Given the complexities of dealing with these water quality issues, finding a permanent solution is crucial. Implementing effective water treatment measures tailored to address specific iron and hardness levels can help mitigate these problems and ensure the quality and functionality of household water systems.

48,000 grain Well Water Softener with Closed Pressure Aeration
48,000 grain Well Water Softener with Closed Pressure Aeration

The Best New Water Softener Technology Available Today!

 

Our Patented EcoSoft Water Treatment Systems “Electronic Demand” Water Softener with EcoVent is a new technology that combines closed pressure aeration (with air injector or air pump) and cation exchange water softening in one simple system. Water Softening, Iron and Hydrogen Sulfide (rotten egg smell) removal – all with no more maintenance than a standard Water Softener! 

No other system available today has this unique technology. Available in Standard 48,000 grain, Super Heavy Duty 64,000 grain and Light Industrial 96,000 grain capacity versions with single or dual micronizers (air injectors) or single air pump for extreme well water conditions. Call us today for more information about this breakthrough invention in Well Water Softening Equipment for your home or business.

Videos About this Revolutionary Patented System:

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Patented Water Softener with Closed Pressure Aeration (2010) (no sound)