Well Water Smells Bad?
Water odor problems are common in Citrus County — and every odor has a specific cause and solution.
Common Well Water Odors and Their Causes
Rotten egg / sulfur smell
Hydrogen sulfide gas — very common in Florida well water. Air injection or carbon filtration eliminates it.
Learn more →Musty or earthy smell
Organic matter, algae, or bacteria in the water. Carbon filtration and UV disinfection address this.
Chlorine smell
City water treated with chlorine. A whole-house carbon filter removes chlorine taste and odor.
Metallic smell
Iron, manganese, or copper. Iron removal or filtration solves this.
Sewage smell
Bacteria in the water or drain. Requires testing and possibly well disinfection.