Are you constantly battling reddish-brown stains on your sinks, bathtubs, toilets, and laundry? These are iron stains. Iron stains often start small, like a faint ring in the toilet bowl or a streak around the drain in your bathroom sink, but it doesn’t take long for them to become more prominent and harder to clean. Instead of relying on harsh cleaning solutions and elbow grease, go to the root of the problem. Your water.
These stubborn stains are a clear sign of high iron content in your water supply. Iron not only ruins the appearance of your fixtures but can also affect the taste of your water and damage your plumbing over time. Below, we’ll dig into why these stains happen and how to stop them for good.
Common Causes of Iron and Rust Staining
Iron is a naturally occurring mineral that is abundant in the soil and rock of Central Indiana. As groundwater travels through the earth, it dissolves the iron and carries it into your well or municipal water supply. When this iron-rich water is exposed to air in your home, it oxidizes and forms the reddish-brown rust particles that cling to your fixtures and appliances.
Even low levels of iron can create noticeable staining over time. Homes with private wells are especially susceptible to experiencing iron staining, but that doesn’t mean municipal water is immune to it. The public water supply still contains enough iron to leave behind discoloration. Mineral buildup from hard water gives iron more surfaces to stick to, making it more noticeable. The average water hardness in Muncie is around 350 mg/L. Anything over 250 mg/L is considered extremely hard.
Signs Your Home Has Excess Iron in the Water
Rust-colored stains are the most obvious sign of excess iron in your water, but there are other little symptoms you might already be noticing. Here are a few examples:
- Orange, brown, or yellow stains in your sinks, tubs, and toilets
- Metallic-y drinking water
- Discolored white clothing and towels
- Dark residue in dishwashers and washing machines
How Water Filtration Helps
Scrubbing stains is only a temporary fix. To solve the problem permanently, you need to remove the iron from your water before it reaches your fixtures. Aqua Gold provides expert installation of water softeners and specialized iron filters designed to capture and remove dissolved iron.
A professional water treatment system can help with:
- Preventing rust stains from forming
- Improving the taste of your water
- Protecting your plumbing from mineral buildup
- Extending the lifespan of your fixtures
- Keeping laundry vibrant and soft
Our systems protect your plumbing, extend the life of your appliances, and keep your sinks and tubs looking clean and bright. We will test your water for free to determine the iron levels and recommend the most effective treatment plan.
Schedule Your Service Today!
Say goodbye to rust stains forever. Contact Aqua Gold Soft Water at (765) 246-9875 or fill out our online form to schedule your free water test and get a customized treatment solution.