Excess Iron In Your Water

Iron intake is an important part of staying healthy — but so is eating vegetables, and we don’t recommend mixing carrots into your water every day. Moderation is key, and when your water contains excess iron, you’ll start to notice its impact.

At Southwest Water Treatment, we’re committed to helping residents of Yuma and surrounding areas gain access to high-quality water. Part of that means informing our community about the threats their water supply may face so they know when a problem needs to be addressed. Follow along to learn whether your water is suffering from a high iron content.

Water containing iron is typically not a problem. We understand if this answer raises more questions, which is why we’re here to share some possible consequences of excess iron.

While not all necessarily attributed to your water, a large iron intake can lead to the following and more:

• Organ failure
• Diabetes
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Ulcers
• Joint pain

The typical maximum iron content you should have ranges between 40 and 45 milligrams based on your age — though the recommended amount is lower. Even though iron in water is often not a health concern, it could be dangerous when you’re also getting excess iron from other sources. If you have any concerns about your iron intake, speak with a doctor.

Three Signs Your Water Contains Iron

Outside of health concerns, there are plenty of other reasons to remove iron from your water. If you recognize any of the following problems in your home, reach out to our team to find a solution.

Bad Taste In Water

A glass of water should be nice and refreshing — but a glass of water containing iron can be the opposite! Iron contributes to an unpleasant, metallic taste, and with hydration being so important, you’ll want to make sure a bad water taste isn’t keeping you from drinking as much as you should.

Discolored Appearance

If your water has taken on a red, orange, yellow or brown color, iron is likely to blame. You may even find that rusty pipes have caused your water to change color, calling for attention from a plumber. Water is supposed to be clear, so when it’s not, it’s understandably a cause for concern.

Water Smells Bad

With iron can come the presence of certain kinds of bacteria that feed off of it. These bacteria can contribute to a disturbing odor that some even report as being “swampy” or “sewage-like.” This, paired with the possible metallic scent from the iron itself, can make your water unappealing.

Let Us Help You Address Your Water Concerns

Yuma residents can take steps to protect their water quality by reaching out to Southwest Water Treatment. As a Kinetico dealer since 1988, we’ll be able to provide a system that addresses your home’s iron problem.

Both a water softener and a reverse osmosis filtration system are capable of removing the unwanted substance — though a filter can remove higher amounts, making it the preferred choice of many. Whether you want to schedule a single system installation or experience the benefits of both options, we promise to provide reliable services for our community.

Sip With The Satisfaction Of Clean, Healthy Water

A dependable water system is waiting for you! All you have to do is reach out to our expert team, and we can take it from there. At Southwest Water Treatment, our experts will guide you through the process of selecting a system, and then we’ll be able to ensure it’s set up properly. To start your journey towards better-tasting water, give us a call!