What Would Make Well Water Stink
What Causes the Sulphur Smell in Well Water? the Main Reason for the Smell Is Sulfur Bacteria or Hydrogen Sulfide. Sulfur Bacteria Are Found in Environments...
What Causes the Sulphur Smell in Well Water? The main reason for the smell is sulfur bacteria or hydrogen sulfide. Sulfur bacteria are found in environments that lack oxygen, like deep wells. You’ll also find such issues in areas having plumbing systems and organic matter.
How do I get rid of a bad smell in my well water?
- Aerate water and/or inject air or oxygen.
- Chlorinate well water to eliminate both sulfur and bacteria.
- Use ozone gas in a closed tank or atmospheric tank.
- Inject hydrogen peroxide.
How do you get rid of sulfur smell in well water?
Chlorine bleach can effectively remove medium to high levels (over 6 mg/l) of hydrogen sulfide. The chlorine in the bleach chemically reacts with (oxi- dizes) the hydrogen sulfide eliminating the “rotten egg” odor. Chlorine bleach also reacts with iron or manganese, and disinfects water supplies.
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