PRIVATE WATER SYSTEMS - Protecting the Water - Problems and Solutions

Problems and Solutions

Disease Producing Bacteria, Virus, Protozoa, etc.

One or several of the following corrective procedures may be required:

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Iron and Manganese

One or more of the following procedures should correct the problem:

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Iron Bacteria

Corrective procedures include:

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Calcium and Magnesium: Hard Water

Corrective Procedures:

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Hydrogen Sulfide

Corrective Procedures:
  • Install continuous chlorination system and activated carbon filter; or
  • Aerate the water. Install a sediment and/or carbon filter if needed; or
  • Install a potassium permanganate regenerated oxidizing filter; or
  • Clogged pipes, water heaters, and other equipment must be replaced.

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    Low pH: Acid water

    Corrective Procedures:

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    Particles of Suspended or Colored Matter

    Corrective Procedures:

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    Decay of Organic Matter

    Test for Methane.

    Corrective procedures:

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