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If the tap water in your residence leaves these unwanted colors in your sinks, showers, and tubs, it’s most likely due to corrosion. The acidic nature of the water can react with copper pipes, resulting in unsightly stains in various parts of your home, including the bathroom, kitchen, and laundry area.
At Clean Water of Virginia, our team of water treatment experts is equipped to address the issue by adjusting the pH level of your water to neutralize its acidity and reduce pipe corrosion. We offer comprehensive water testing to assess your water’s pH level and recommend a tailored solution that best suits your specific requirements.
For your home, one effective solution could be the installation of an injection system that introduces sodium hydroxide into the water supply to elevate the pH level. Alternatively, acid neutralizers may be suitable if the pH level is moderately low. Contact us today for a complimentary consultation. Since 1958, we have experience in water testing, water treatment system application and installation, and related services.
It can lead to problems that extend beyond mere staining. The pH scale, ranging from 0 to 14, measures the acidity or alkalinity of a substance. A value of seven on the scale represents neutrality, while anything below seven is deemed acidic. Lower pH values indicate stronger acidity, whereas pH values above 7 are considered alkaline.
The corrosion caused by acidic water can damage metal components, causing plumbing issues and potentially allowing metals like copper, lead, or other heavy metals to leach into your drinking water. The ingestion of water with elevated metal levels can pose significant health risks.
For instance, excessive copper in drinking water can lead to symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, as highlighted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Long-term exposure to high copper levels in water can result in kidney and liver damage.
Stains caused by iron from well water or corroded galvanized steel or cast-iron pipes can manifest as red-orange discoloration on fixtures and clothing. At Clean Water of Virginia, we offer practical solutions, such as whole-house filtering systems and water softeners, to minimize mineral content in your water. Additionally, we provide whole-house lead reduction systems and reverse osmosis treatment to enhance the quality of your drinking water.
Water discoloration isn’t limited to blue-green or red-orange stains. It can also manifest in various other forms. If the water in your home tastes metallic and causes black staining, it may contain an elevated concentration of manganese. White spots on fixtures, glass shower doors, utensils, and glassware typically result from “hard” water, caused by elevated calcium and magnesium levels. Cloudy water, attributed to sediment, can benefit from a whole-house filter.
