Sunday, November 10, 2019Approximately 15% of homeowners in this country are not hooked up to a public water supply and must employ the use of a private well. Unlike a city or municipality water supply, household wells are not subject to the rigorous EPA testing and standards. Well water can contain a high amount of naturally occurring minerals such as magnesium, iron and calcium, as well as harmful bacteria. If your well water has a cloudy appearance, it could mean an abundance of sediment has entered your water supply. Excessive magnesium or calcium can form a scummy buildup and leave everything the water touches with a slimy feeling. Green stains on faucets and metallic fixtures indicate high acidity, while brown or red stains are the telltale sign of a high dissolved iron content. Read More: Filtering Your Well Water - A NecessityPosted by Rick Phillips at 7:23 AM