We're On It. One customer service rep who worked for Comcast from 2005 to 2014 at a Tennessee call center says the Make It Right cards didn't necessarily lead to faster resolution, however. A search of the Comcast support forums shows this is true at least some of the time.
What causes a metallic smell? Quick Answer. Reactions between chemical compounds on the skin and metals such as iron and copper can generate a metallic smell, explains Nature. A copper imbalance in the body, which triggers excessive yeast growth, can also cause a metallic odor, notes Dr. Lawrence Wilson.
Water Tastes Bad. Total dissolved solids (TDS) and the presence of metals such as iron, copper, manganese, or zinc can cause a metallic taste. Fluoride may also cause a distinct bad water taste. Chlorine and chloramines, used by water treatment plants, will often give water a strong musty or bleachy smell. Those who live near the ocean may encounter a salty taste, even when using municipal water.