The shock of turning on the tap in anticipation of a refreshing drink of water to be met with a murky spray is awful. Use the suggestions below to clear your tap water if it is running brown. When you need plumbing services in Glendale or the surrounding areas, including brown water repair, contact Don Jones Plumbing.

Why Is My Tap Water Brown?
Although brown tap water is unattractive, it is not harmful. The water may turn brown if sediment or minerals such as iron or manganese accumulate in the pipes. Mineral concentrations in tap water are often present, but not to the point where a color change would occur. Brown water is safe to drink in an emergency, but it often has a metallic, unpleasant taste. Avoid running your washing machine with brown water since it might stain your clothes. Although stains are easy enough to remove, brown water may also leave stains in any toilet bowls, sinks, or showers it comes into contact with.

Clearing up Brown Water
Start by simply turning on the taps and letting cold water flow through them for about 20 minutes. Using this technique, any rust deposits that may have accumulated in the pipes can be washed out. Is brown water limited to hot water? If so, your water heater is probably the source of the issue. The tank must be cleaned out because scale or rust has built up at the bottom. If both your hot and cold water is disrupted, get in touch with your city's water supplier. They can let you know if other homes are also being impacted and will take action to make things right. If the problem is isolated to your home, contact a plumber to look into it.

Plumbing Solutions in Phoenix
If your water still won’t return to its previously clear state, reach out to Don Jones Plumbing at (623) 209-8464. Our team addresses any and all residential plumbing problems in primary, secondary, or rental properties. Our diagnostic techniques ensure that the issue at hand is fixed right the first time! If you're searching for “plumbing near me,” rest assured, we can be at your location quickly and get your issue under control in no time. We have nearly 30 years of experience performing plumbing repairs in Phoenix, Glendale, and the neighboring communities.