It can be alarming when you wake up and go to brush your teeth, only to find that the water coming out of your tap is brown and rust colored. There are very few people that would put brown water in their mouth. As this can be a disturbing sight, it usually isn’t something that is harmful. There are a few different reasons you may be experiencing brown or rust colored water coming from your tap. M&C Orsack Plumbing is here to discuss what could be going on with your plumbing.
What Does Brown or Rust Water Indicate?
Whenever you have brown, rusty or dirty looking water coming from your tap, it is usually because there is a high amount of minerals or sediment in your water. The minerals that are usually the ones present are iron and manganese. There are a few different reasons that this may happen to your water, but these sediments or minerals are the reason your water looks and smells weird.
Why Do I Have So Much Sediment in My Water?
There are different scenarios with brown water that will mean different things are going on with your plumbing. Here is a breakdown of what you could be experiencing.
– Hot & Cold Water is Brown: If both your hot and cold water is brown, it could be due to the fact that there is probably a break in the nearby water main or hydrant. Unfortunately, a good portion of America’s plumbing infrastructure is outdated and so this isn’t uncommon.
– Hot Water is Brown: This is usually a sign that there is sediment or rust buildup in your hot water heater’s tank.
– Cold Water is Brown: If you are experiencing the cold water as the source of the brown color in your water, there is more than likely a problem with a particular water supply pipe.
What Do You Do if Your Tap Water is Brown?
Depending on what is going on with your plumbing, the fix is going to vary. If all of your water has gone brown, you will need to call on your city water supply company to come and take a look at it. When you only have hot water that is brown, it may be as simple as flushing the hot water tank and refilling it. This should be done a couple times a year to keep your water heater in good condition. If the problem persists, it may be time to call a plumber to help you get a hot water repair or replacement. If the cold water is what is showing up brown, you could have a corroded pipe problem. This problem should be assessed by a professional plumber.
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No one wants to have brown water coming out of their sink. If you have noticed that your water is brown or discolored, you can call on the pros at M&C Orsack Plumbing to come take a look and fix it. Call us today!
