Why is Your Water Discolored?

When you turn on the spigot, you expect the water coming out to be crystal clear and ready for consumption. If your water is sporting any type of color, it’s typically a sign that there’s a problem with your Evansville home pipes or the city water supply.

Here are a few of the shades you might find in your water and what they probably mean.

Shades of Yellow or Red

Rusted lines result in colorful water, but it’s generally harmless. The rust can be from the city lines or within your own home.

If it only appears with the cold water, the color change occurs suddenly, or it’s affecting all of the supply lines in your Evansville home, then the issue is probably outside of your walls.

If the discoloration clears after a few minutes, is only faucet, or affects your hot water, then it’s most likely inside your home. As an experienced plumber, we can assess the situation to provide you with more information and outline the repair options.

Green and Blue Comes from Copper

Copper lines and brass fittings are usually safe, but shades of blue or green indicate that there’s a problem with them. This type of contamination can lead to serious health issues, and you should turn to our professional team for immediate assistance. Do not use any water that presents with this type of coloring.

It’s important to note that new copper lines can also create a blue or green tint in the water. The oxidation will eventually cease as natural minerals in the water coat the inside of the lines. If you have a water softener, it may be possible to inject minerals that will speed up the process.

Black Water

Mold can turn your water black. This dark color can also come from a buildup of sediments in the pipes. If the black shade appears when you run hot water, then the issue may be a buildup in your water heater.

This type of problem should be assessed by one of our plumbers to identify the cause and determine the right course of action.

Unless you live in an area with a questionable water supply, you should always find clear water when you open the tap. If you see any noticeable colors, then you should call our company to see how we ca serve you and restore clarity to your water.

If your water is discolored in your Evansville, IN home, call Buds Plumbing & Repair Service at (812) 618-9638 today, and we'll solve the problem for you!