Iowans have different water issues depending on the source of their water. Most municipal supplies are very hard and have high levels of chlorine, which leads to objectionable taste and odor. If you have a private or community well system, you could encounter even more variations of problem water. Most wells have considerable hardness and high levels of iron. Some also contain dissolved gases such as hydrogen sulfide and methane as well as tannins, nitrates, arsenic, and high levels of total dissolved solids. We can perform a free in home water analysis and customize a water treatment system to fit your specific needs. Contact us today to schedule a visit: 515-270-6006 Use the chart below to help you get started finding the right system for your water...click on the solution to see the recommended water treatment.
| Hard Water |  | Hard water is created when water passes through rock formations and picks up calcium and magnesium. Hard water is easy to spot; it leaves a bathtub ring made up of hardess minerals and soap. This scum collects on shower walls, clings to hair, clogs skin pores, and makes house cleaning more difficult. Hard water deposits also clog pipes, cause all water-using appliances to fail prematurely and to operate inefficiently. | | Iron |  | Iron water is created when water passes through iron-bearing rocks. Because iron accounts for 5% of all the earth's crust, it can be found in just about all types of water supplies. It can also be caused, usually temporarily, by water standing in iron pipes. Iron leaves stains on sinks, shower stalls, and clothing. It can form scale in pipes and in water-using appliances leading to functional problems. Furthermore, iron causes water to taste and smell bad. | | | Chlorine |  | Chlorine can make water smell and taste poorly and is a known carcinogen. It is commonly used as a disinfectant in commercial and household sanitation, bleaching, and in the maintainance of swimming pools. Chlorine is also used in public water supplies to manage bacteria levels and to kill potentially harmful agents that seep into rivers and ground water. Chlorine is absorbed through the skin which can contribute to dry eyes and skin irritation. | | | Sulphur |  | Dissolved gases can cause cloudiness and bad odors in water. Hydrogen sulfide gas smells like rotten eggs and makes using the water extremely unpleasant. | | | Nitrates |  | Nitrate (NO3) is a naturally occuring form of nitrogen (N) which is very mobile in water. It is essential for plant growth and is often added to soil to improve productivity. Water moving down through the soil after rainfall or irrigation carries dissolved nitrate into rivers and streams that supply water to the municipal water treatment plant. Nitrate is also caused by leaching from septic tanks, sewage, and erosion of natural deposits. | | Totaled Dissolved Solids |  | Total dissolved solids is a measurement of anything that can be dissolved in water. The higher the dissolved solid content, the more objectionable the taste of the water will be. | |
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