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Water with unpleasant smell or taste

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The problem

A rotten-egg smell usually means hydrogen sulphide, a metallic taste points to iron and manganese, a musty or earthy smell to organic matter, and a chlorine smell to disinfection. Such water spoils the taste of drinks and food and signals that other impurities may be present. We start with a water analysis and then choose aeration, oxidation, an activated carbon or a catalytic filter.

Our solution

Together we determine your needs, supply suitable equipment or materials, install them and keep the system running with maintenance. We have 15 years of experience in water treatment and work across Estonia.

Price

Price depends on water quality, required capacity and installation scope. We prepare an exact quote after a water analysis or site details.

Service area

We are based in Tartu County (Rehepapi põik 3, Soinaste küla, Kambja vald) and mainly serve Tartu and Harju counties – Tartu, Tallinn and the surrounding areas. We also travel to sites anywhere in Estonia.

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Frequently asked questions: Water with unpleasant smell or taste

Why does my water smell like rotten eggs?

A rotten-egg smell is usually caused by hydrogen sulphide, which is common in borehole water. The smell can also develop in a water heater due to bacterial activity. A water analysis helps identify the cause.

What causes water to taste bad?

A bad taste can be caused by iron, manganese, organic compounds, hydrogen sulphide or chlorine. The right solution depends on the cause, so a water analysis is the starting point.

How can I remove odour from water?

Depending on the cause, aeration, an oxidising filter or an activated carbon filter is used. If the smell is caused by microbes, disinfection may also be needed.

Is water with an odour dangerous to drink?

An odour does not always indicate a hazard, but it may point to contamination. We recommend a laboratory analysis before using the water for drinking.

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