Water Discoloration in Surfside Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of Water Discoloration in the Water Supply of Surfside Florida Homes

Discolored water is one of the easiest problems for Surfside homeowners to spot — water that looks yellow, brown, reddish or gray at the tap. You might see it occasionally after storms, nearby plumbing work, or long periods of low use, or it may be a persistent tint that makes showers, cooking and laundry feel unappealing. Even when the water is safe to drink, that color can leave stains on sinks, tubs and fixtures and make everyday tasks less pleasant around town and at the beach.

Color in household water usually comes from familiar, non-mysterious sources. Rust and scale from aging pipes or a water heater can turn water orange or brown, while disturbed sediment in the line makes it look cloudy or dirty. Iron and manganese often produce yellow-brown or darker tones and increase staining, and natural organic matter like tannins from decaying plant material can give a tea-like hue. Surfside’s coastal salt air and generally hard municipal water can contribute to mineral scale and corrosion that make these issues more noticeable in homes.