Impurities, such as rust and mineral deposits, in your well water may be dismaying but not uncommon. A rotten egg or musty odor, sticky gray residue inside dishwashers and on plumbing fixtures, and discoloration are all signs you have iron bacteria or rust in your water supply. The cause is usually aging pipes or soil seepage. With help from a reliable well service provider, you can take steps to improve the quality of your well water. Here’s  how.

How to Remove Iron & Rust From Well Water

1. Test Your Water

Confirm the presence of impurities and identify them by having your water tested. A well service contractor will inspect your water and test it to determine which bacteria or mineral is in your water supply. Although you can purchase do-it-yourself water-testing kits at hardware stores, contacting the county public health commission for water-testing containers and instructions may be a better option.

2. Install a Filter or Water Softener

Water softeners inject salt into well water to prevent rust and iron deposits from affecting your supply. Special filters are also available to remove rust and iron contamination. A well services contractor can advise you about product features and functions.

3. Regularly Service the Pump

The well pump circulates water from the bottom of your well through pipes and into your home. Jet or submersible pumps rely on motors and rotors to supply your household with water. When a well pump fails, so does the filter and water softener you’ve installed to keep your water clean. Call a well services technician to correct problems by repairing the pump.

If you need well services or well pump repair, contact Mike Woolsey and Sons Well Drilling and Pump Service in Summersville, MO. They serve residential, agricultural, and commercial clients in Thayer, Salem, and surrounding communities. Their experienced technicians specialize in servicing and repairing well water systems. Call (417) 932-4036 to request a consultation, or visit them online for more information about their services.