Naturally occurring substances such as calcium, magnesium, and iron are present in well water. Although some people like how the minerals taste, others opt to install water softeners and take additional steps to adjust the flavor of their drinking water. Below is a brief guide to what you can do to ensure well water has a pleasant taste.

How to Alter the Taste of Well Water 

Invest in Well Inspections & Water Testing

In some cases, the unpleasant taste of water could be caused by well contamination. If casings aren’t properly sealed, for example, bacteria and other pollutants can enter the aquifer and contaminate the water supply. Well drilling technicians will thoroughly inspect the equipment and repair damaged components. They can also provide water testing to shed light on which substances are impacting the quality of the liquid.

Upgrade Your Water Purification Equipment

There are water purification products that eliminate unwanted minerals and contaminants from your well water. Consider upgrading to a whole-house water filter system. This will remove contaminants where the water enters the house to ensure water is pure for use throughout the home. You can also install filters on individual plumbing fixtures. Water softeners are designed to replace high traces of calcium and magnesium found in hard water with sodium or potassium ions, which will also alter the taste.

Infuse Water With Fruit & Herbs

If water softeners and additional filtration equipment haven’t changed the taste enough for you, infusing the liquid with flavors can make it more enjoyable to drink. Citrus fruits, cucumber, mint, basil, and berries are commonly used to change the taste of drinking water. You can place fruits, herbs, and vegetables directly in a glass of water or leave the ingredients to marinate in a pitcher to enhance the flavor. Some pitchers also have filters to remove unwanted minerals.

If you want to upgrade your water filtration system, reach out to the technicians at Hewitt-Messenger Well Drilling & Pump Service in Nixa, MO, for assistance. The team will install water softeners, test the liquid, and provide additional treatment solutions to ensure your well water is safe for consumption and tastes great. To schedule a service appointment in Springfield, Republic, Rogersville, Ozark, or Branson, call (417) 725-8816. Visit the staff online to discover how they will care for your well, and follow them on Facebook for contest giveaways and news alerts.